DRM Consultant (Field Based)

About the role

The Disaster Risk Management Consultant will provide technical and coordination support to strengthen planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and knowledge management of UNICEF‑supported DRR and emergency preparedness and response programmes in Nepal.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of DRR and EPR initiatives, including the Strengthening Urban Preparedness, Earthquake Preparedness and Response (SUPER) programme.
• Enhance monitoring, reporting and knowledge‑management processes to improve programme quality, evidence‑based decision‑making and accountability at provincial and local levels.
• Facilitate coordination with federal, provincial and local governments, private sector and multi‑stakeholder platforms.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Disaster Risk Management or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in urban disaster preparedness and response, including coordination with government entities.
• Proven communication, analytical and writing skills; experience working with UN consortiums is an asset.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Database management and ICT skills.