Overview
To operationalize the translation of enhanced GLOF hazard information into actionable community-level early warning mechanisms and build national capacity in geomorphology, integrated system operation, and standard operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Inception with POiB and HMFD MoES Civil Protection Department; mapping of existing civil-protection mechanisms; preparation of a stakeholder engagement plan; participation in selection of pilot communities.
- Coordination of participatory validation of draft hazard maps; collection of local historical knowledge; integration of community feedback; participation in field verification missions.
- Development and delivery of two training modules; coordination of the Training-of-Trainers component; convening of the Technical Working Group meeting.
- Establishment of pilot early warning mechanisms in two selected communities: community consultations, derivation of trigger thresholds, drafting and adoption of SOPs, awareness campaigns and practical early warning drills.
- Joint planning with the Hydrological Modelling Expert and HMFD MoES of field studies; preparation of technical specifications for monitoring equipment.
- Technical oversight of field campaigns; participation in selected campaigns; technical supervision of equipment installation; integration of revised trigger thresholds into SOPs.
- Operationalization of the early warning system: integration of real-time sensor data feeds; expansion of community early warning; community drills and awareness campaigns; alert configuration.
- Sustainability handover: final training on equipment maintenance; transfer of as-built drawings, maintenance schedules, calibration records, spare-parts lists and community contact directories; participation in the formal project closure meeting.
Required Experience
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in disaster risk reduction and/or early warning systems, preferably with a focus on hydrometeorological or mountain hazards in Central Asia; Proven experience working with national emergency management agencies; familiarity with the structure and procedures of MoES of the Kyrgyz Republic and HMFD is a strong asset; Demonstrated experience designing and operationalizing community-based early warning systems and developing SOPs; Experience leading community consultations, awareness campaigns and emergency drills; Working knowledge of technical specifications for hydrometeorological monitoring equipment (water-level sensors, dataloggers, telemetry); Proven training and capacity-building experience with national authorities.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in disaster risk management, civil protection, geography, environmental science, civil engineering or a closely related discipline.
