Overview
The Local Manager will support the implementation of a project focused on strengthening urban resilience in the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, by mobilizing and raising public awareness about urban and climate resilience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, guide and support field teams providing technical and operational support during activities.
- Act as the focal point between the project and the community, building trust and collaboration.
- Promote community awareness of preventive and preparation actions and the role of each group in risky situations.
- Plan field activities ensuring alignment with community needs.
- Establish schedules and strategies for efficient execution of actions.
- Contribute to the actions of field agents, in case of risk of disasters, directing the community population to reception locations.
- Assess field action execution, identify improvement opportunities, and propose adjustments to the supervisor.
- Identify and manage potential conflicts during field operations, seeking quick and effective solutions.
- Adapt execution strategies according to territorial specifics or unforeseen circumstances.
- Identify training needs or adjustments for teams and report them to the supervisor.
- Support the training team in planning and delivery of community training activities.
- Develop activities to strengthen community resilience and implement actions to mitigate environmental impacts and reduce disaster risks.
- Expand educational actions within the community to promote a culture of resilience.
- Produce monthly reports on personal work activities.
- Produce detailed monthly reports on field activities, including performance indicators and challenges faced.
- Perform any other duties that may be requested by the supervisor.
- Complete all courses and training activities indicated by the supervisor.
- Complete the BSAFE security course from UNDSS during the first month of employment.
Required Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in community mobilization on topics related to urban development or disaster risk management in Brazil is required.
- Experience in leading or coordinating teams in field operations is desirable.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma is required, or additional two (2) years of relevant experience to the post, beyond the requirement.
- Training courses in first aid, risk management, or team leadership are desirable.
