Background
A
national policy on disaster risk reduction and prevention in Rwanda was
formulated in 2002 and approved by the Cabinet in July 2003 paving the way for
the establishment of a Disaster Management Unit. The Disaster
Management Unit has been transferred a number of times to various offices,
including the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministry of Internal Security, Rwanda
National Police, and Ministry of Local Authorities. On 12 April 2010, the unit
was moved to the newly created Ministry of Disaster Management and Refugee
Affairs.
national policy on disaster risk reduction and prevention in Rwanda was
formulated in 2002 and approved by the Cabinet in July 2003 paving the way for
the establishment of a Disaster Management Unit. The Disaster
Management Unit has been transferred a number of times to various offices,
including the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministry of Internal Security, Rwanda
National Police, and Ministry of Local Authorities. On 12 April 2010, the unit
was moved to the newly created Ministry of Disaster Management and Refugee
Affairs.
The
Government of Rwanda’s Economic Development and Poverty Reduction Strategy
(EDPRS) and Vision 2020 are geared towards economic growth and achieving the
MDGs. Disaster mitigation, the reduction of the impact of disasters on the citizens
of Rwanda, is a central component of the drive towards sustainable development
and Vision 2020.
Government of Rwanda’s Economic Development and Poverty Reduction Strategy
(EDPRS) and Vision 2020 are geared towards economic growth and achieving the
MDGs. Disaster mitigation, the reduction of the impact of disasters on the citizens
of Rwanda, is a central component of the drive towards sustainable development
and Vision 2020.
With
the support of UNDP, the Government put together the National Disaster
Preparedness and Contingency Plan (7 December 2009). This plan confirms the
arrangements for disaster risk management and for preparing for and responding
to disasters within the Republic of Rwanda as required by the Constitution,
2003 as amended to date and other laws. UN agencies are members of the
Disaster Management Task Force described in the plan.
the support of UNDP, the Government put together the National Disaster
Preparedness and Contingency Plan (7 December 2009). This plan confirms the
arrangements for disaster risk management and for preparing for and responding
to disasters within the Republic of Rwanda as required by the Constitution,
2003 as amended to date and other laws. UN agencies are members of the
Disaster Management Task Force described in the plan.
Since
the Vision 2020 was developed, Rwanda has implemented strong policy reforms
which have driven high and steady rates of economic growth averaging 6% to 7%,
with a peak of double digit growth rate in 2008 (11.6%). The implementation of
EDPRS has helped the country to reduce poverty and develop economically;
significant progress has been made in a number of development areas, a number
of targets have been already achieved and others are on track to be achieved.
the Vision 2020 was developed, Rwanda has implemented strong policy reforms
which have driven high and steady rates of economic growth averaging 6% to 7%,
with a peak of double digit growth rate in 2008 (11.6%). The implementation of
EDPRS has helped the country to reduce poverty and develop economically;
significant progress has been made in a number of development areas, a number
of targets have been already achieved and others are on track to be achieved.
From
the time the current Vision 2020 was launched, a number of new development
opportunities and challenges have emerged which need to be taken into
consideration. Some key aspects of sustainable development such as climate
change, disaster risks, access to energy and clean water, rural habitat
development; suitable infrastructures were not given much consideration as
prerequisite of national development.
the time the current Vision 2020 was launched, a number of new development
opportunities and challenges have emerged which need to be taken into
consideration. Some key aspects of sustainable development such as climate
change, disaster risks, access to energy and clean water, rural habitat
development; suitable infrastructures were not given much consideration as
prerequisite of national development.
From
the Disaster Risk perspective, climate change will have profound consequences
on Rwanda. As we plan for social transformation and economic growth we need to
combat the already existing impacts of climate change like floods, droughts,
landslides to mention a few and the revised Vision 2020 will therefore need to
integrate issues related to climate change and disaster risk reduction.
the Disaster Risk perspective, climate change will have profound consequences
on Rwanda. As we plan for social transformation and economic growth we need to
combat the already existing impacts of climate change like floods, droughts,
landslides to mention a few and the revised Vision 2020 will therefore need to
integrate issues related to climate change and disaster risk reduction.
The
EDPRS 2 (2013-2017) is currently under development. Within this context, the
One UN is committed to ensuring that the next UNDAP (2013-2017) is fully
aligned to the national planning processes as well as the priorities set out in
the second EDPRS. Alignment with Government priorities identified in the next
EDPRS provides an important opportunity for the UN system in Rwanda to show its
commitment to the principles and practices of the Paris Declaration and the
Accra Agenda for Action. Alignment with government priorities will also help to
strengthen the role of UN agencies in processes of donor harmonization, donor
coordination and division of labor.
EDPRS 2 (2013-2017) is currently under development. Within this context, the
One UN is committed to ensuring that the next UNDAP (2013-2017) is fully
aligned to the national planning processes as well as the priorities set out in
the second EDPRS. Alignment with Government priorities identified in the next
EDPRS provides an important opportunity for the UN system in Rwanda to show its
commitment to the principles and practices of the Paris Declaration and the
Accra Agenda for Action. Alignment with government priorities will also help to
strengthen the role of UN agencies in processes of donor harmonization, donor
coordination and division of labor.
UNDP
works closely with governments in disaster-risk countries to build capacities
at the national, sub-national and local levels for reducing disaster
risk. A major role of the UNDP/Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery
(BCPR) is to support UNDP Country Offices in the formulation and implementation
of programme and projects for disaster risk reduction. As part of this
support, UNDP/BCPR has Disaster Reduction Specialists in selected high
disaster-risk countries.
works closely with governments in disaster-risk countries to build capacities
at the national, sub-national and local levels for reducing disaster
risk. A major role of the UNDP/Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery
(BCPR) is to support UNDP Country Offices in the formulation and implementation
of programme and projects for disaster risk reduction. As part of this
support, UNDP/BCPR has Disaster Reduction Specialists in selected high
disaster-risk countries.
Under
the overall guidance of the Country Director of the UNDP Rwanda Country Office
and technical guidance of the BCPR Regional Disaster Reduction Advisor
Johannesburg, the NDRA is responsible for providing technical advice and
support to the development and implementation of disaster risk reduction
programmes in Rwanda. As such, the Specialist will be located in the Ministry
of Disaster Management and Refugee Affairs (MIDIMAR) and will be reporting
directly to the Permanent Secretary of the MIDIMAR.
the overall guidance of the Country Director of the UNDP Rwanda Country Office
and technical guidance of the BCPR Regional Disaster Reduction Advisor
Johannesburg, the NDRA is responsible for providing technical advice and
support to the development and implementation of disaster risk reduction
programmes in Rwanda. As such, the Specialist will be located in the Ministry
of Disaster Management and Refugee Affairs (MIDIMAR) and will be reporting
directly to the Permanent Secretary of the MIDIMAR.
The
position requires high degree of technical knowledge of disaster risk
reduction, ability to quickly analyze and understand the country context, build
partnerships, develop innovative solutions and mobilize regional and global
knowledge to meet the specific country needs.
position requires high degree of technical knowledge of disaster risk
reduction, ability to quickly analyze and understand the country context, build
partnerships, develop innovative solutions and mobilize regional and global
knowledge to meet the specific country needs.
Duties
and Responsibilities
and Responsibilities
- Provide policy
advice and technical input for the design, development, and implementation
of national disaster reduction risk reduction initiatives in support of
the MIDIMAR; - Develop
sustainable and integrated capacity-development related initiatives for
MIDIMAR, Districts, Sector Disaster Committees and DMTF members as well as
developing an appropriate implementation plan; - Map out likely
scenario’s and review the Government of Rwanda’s capacity in responding to
disasters, and existing contingency mitigation plans; - Identify
specific needs and demands in different technical areas – risk
identification, urban risk management, pre-disaster recovery planning –
and help build partnerships at the national, regional or global levels to
meet those needs. Where possible, serve as a broker in harnessing
regional and global support through UN/UNDP to respond to such needs; - Analyse the
socio-economic environment, disaster-risk and institutional context to
provide advisory services in the field of disaster reduction,
identifying catalytic areas where disaster risk reduction can be
integrated and add value to other, ongoing or planned UN/UNDP support
interventions; - Assist MIDIMAR
in coordinating UN/UNDP disaster reduction efforts with the other ISDR
system partners – government agencies, UN agencies, the World Bank,
national and international NGOs, academic and technical institutions – at
the country level. Where suitable (such as in One-UN Pilot
Countries), serve as a resource for the ISDR system in ensuring that the
national government receives a coherent package of support from the
system; - Support MIDIMAR
in identifying and following up on potential opportunities for resource
mobilization in support of disaster risk reduction programmes. This may
include support from bilateral development partners, the international
financial institutions, as well as resources from the Government of
Rwanda; - In post-disaster
situations, in coordination with the Regional Disaster Reduction Advisor
(and other support available from regional and global level) advise the
Country Office on recovery issues including: utilization of emergency
grants; post-disaster assessments; formulation of early
recovery frameworks/programmes; reorientation, as appropriate, of existing
CO programmes to meet recovery needs; and planning for longer term recovery.
Competencies
Core:
- Integrity and
fairness – embodies UN values and promotes the well-being of all
individuals regardless of gender, religion, race, nationality, or age; - Cultural
sensitivity and adaptability – communicates effectively with and relates
to people of different cultures, demonstrating an ability to see issues
from other perspectives; - Strong corporate
commitment – works to achieve the goals of UNDP as a whole making
significant contributions to corporate priorities or initiatives led by
other UNDP offices and bureaus.
Functional:
- Knowledge of the
international disaster reduction system; - Knowledge of
country’s hazards, vulnerabilities and risks; - Ability to
provide inputs for disaster risk assessment and its application to risk
management decision-making.
Managerial:
- Ability to build
strong relationships with external actors – cultivate productive
relationships with donors, partners and other important
institutions and individuals; - Excellent oral
and written communication skills; - Ability to
anticipate and understand client needs, formulate clear strategic plans,
prioritize interventions, and allocate resources according to priorities; - Ability to
develop innovative solutions – encourages and contributes creative
solutions to address challenging situations.
Behavioral:
- Ability to
establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment; - Resourcefulness,
initiative, and maturity of judgment.
Required
Skills and Experience
Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced
university degree in social sciences or discipline relevant to disaster
reduction with internationally recognised contributions to the theory and
practice of disaster reduction.
Experience:
- Proven record of
achievement over 7 years of increasingly responsible experience in
planning and managing technical co-operation strategies and relevant
advocacy programmes in disaster reduction, emergency response and
post-disaster recovery; - Extensive field
experience in disaster environments and an in-depth knowledge of issues in
the country; - Application of
theoretical knowledge in the design, management and evaluation of complex,
multi-disciplinary capacity building programmes involving national
governments, civil society and international organizations; - Well proven
analytical and writing skills; - Demonstrated
abilities and contributions to policy and guideline formulation, resource
mobilisation, team building, team leadership and management,
preferably in a capacity related to the UN system; - Experience in
establishing inter-organisational networks and partnerships at the
operational level.
Language
requirements:
requirements:
- Fluency in
English and/or French essential.
UNDP
is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality
and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons
with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be
treated with the strictest confidence.
is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality
and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons
with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be
treated with the strictest confidence.
Closing
Date: Monday, 26 December 2011
Date: Monday, 26 December 2011
