UNDRR Is Recruiting for 17 Expert Positions to Tackle Disaster Risk Worldwide

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is currently seeking professionals and consultants to support its mission in building global resilience to disasters. As the UN system’s focal point for disaster risk reduction (DRR), UNDRR leads global efforts to reduce disaster risks and losses through strategic partnerships, early warning systems, and capacity-building across all sectors.

Professionals committed to innovation in risk reduction, climate resilience, and sustainable development are encouraged to apply for the following roles before their closing dates. All roles are consultancies unless otherwise noted.

Consultancy Opportunities

1. Researcher – Budget Tagging and Financing Options for DRR (Central America & Dominican Republic)

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• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Support the development of financing strategies for disaster risk reduction with an emphasis on anticipatory action.
• Eligibility:
  • Advanced university degree in economics, public finance, or related field.
  • Proven experience in budget tagging, DRR financing, and anticipatory action frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Central American and Caribbean regional financial systems is preferred.

2. Integration of Resilience Criteria in Critical Infrastructure

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Mainstream resilience standards into public and private infrastructure development.
• Eligibility:
  • Background in civil engineering, urban planning, or infrastructure resilience.
  • Experience with resilience scoring or standards such as ISO or Sendai Framework integration.

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3. Analysis of Probabilistic Risk Assessment Results – Costa Rica

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Analyze and interpret probabilistic risk models to inform national reconstruction strategies.
• Eligibility:
  • Master’s degree in disaster risk science, statistics, or geography.
  • Experience with risk modeling tools (e.g., CAPRA, HAZUS).
  • Prior work with national governments or reconstruction projects is an asset.

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4. Early Warning Expert (EW4All Initiative)

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Strengthen implementation of Early Warnings for All (EW4All), a global initiative under the UN.
• Eligibility:
  • Background in meteorology, disaster communication, or humanitarian response.
  • Familiarity with multi-hazard early warning systems.

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5. Consultant – Governance of Multi-Hazard Early Warning and DRM in Haiti

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Improve governance structures in early warning systems, with a focus on public-private coordination.
• Eligibility:
  • Experience in DRR governance frameworks, particularly in low-resource settings.
  • Fluency in French preferred.

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6. Scoping Paper on Lightning Hazard and Risk Assessment

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Develop foundational analysis of lightning risk for disaster preparedness strategies.
• Eligibility:
  • Degree in meteorology, risk assessment, or environmental science.
  • Experience in geophysical hazard analysis is highly desirable.

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7. Regional Caribbean Focal Point – UNDRR & EU Civil Protection (DG ECHO)

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Serve as liaison for disaster preparedness and humanitarian coordination between UNDRR and EU agencies.
• Eligibility:
  • Regional expertise in the Caribbean context.
  • Strong diplomatic and inter-agency coordination skills.

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8–10. Strengthening Risk Knowledge in Haiti (Three Agencies)

• Level: Consultant
• Agencies:
  • General Directorate of Civil Protection (DGCP)
  • Hydrometeorological Unit (UHM)
  • Centre National de l’Information Géo-Spatiale (CNIGS)
• Key Focus: Provide technical support to key Haitian institutions to improve national risk knowledge.
• Eligibility:
  • Strong technical background in hazard mapping, early warning systems, or geospatial data.
  • Fluency in French and experience working in Haiti is a strong advantage.

DGCP Role
UHM Role
CNIGS Role

11. Consultant – Probabilistic Volcanic Risk Assessment (Volcán de Fuego)

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Assess volcanic risk in Guatemala and support integration into national DRR systems.
• Eligibility:
  • Volcanology or geophysical risk modeling expertise.
  • Familiarity with Latin American hazard data.

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12. Early Warning Consultant – Samoa (EW4All)

• Level: Consultant
• Key Focus: Assist in implementing Samoa’s multi-hazard early warning strategy.
• Eligibility:
  • Pacific Island experience required.
  • Knowledge of EW4All methodology and local risk contexts.

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Staff Positions (Fixed-Term)

13. Programme Management Officer – P-4

• Level: P-4
• Key Focus: Lead the design and management of complex DRR projects and strategic partnerships.
• Eligibility:
  • Advanced degree in international development, project management, or environmental policy.
  • At least 7 years of experience in managing large-scale DRR or humanitarian programmes.
  • UN system experience is a plus.

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Second Posting

14. Programme Management Officer – P-3

• Level: P-3
• Key Focus: Support programme implementation, monitoring, and donor coordination.
• Eligibility:
  • Master’s degree and minimum 5 years of experience in disaster risk management or programme oversight.
  • Strong reporting and partnership-building skills.

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How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the respective links provided. All consultancy roles require submission of a detailed CV and cover letter, while staff positions require an application through the UN careers portal, including completion of a Personal History Profile (PHP).

Commitment to Gender Parity and Inclusion

UNDRR strongly encourages applications from qualified women and candidates from underrepresented groups. The organization is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels and maintaining an inclusive work environment.

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