Disaster Preparedness & Response Coordinator at World Vision International (WVI) – Papua New Guinea
Recruiter: World Vision International (WVI)
About World Vision International (WVI)
World Vision International (WVI) is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to international cooperation and sustainable development within World Vision International (WVI)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Papua New Guinea, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Your responsibilities will include: Revise & Update Annually PNG HEA Strategy regularly. Additionally, you will: Develop & Update Annually HEA capacity statement This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable childrens life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
HEA Strategic Documents and Preparedness plans
Revise & Update Annually PNG HEA Strategy regularly.
Develop & Update Annually HEA capacity statement
Work with the relevant team to develop the National and District Disaster Preparedness Plans
Collaborate with the SMT in updating the Annual DM Scorecard
Resilience, Protection and preparedness Integration in sectoral projects
Conduct DRR, CCA and resilience training for sectoral project staff
Support implementation of community-based disaster risk management (CBDRM) activities, including CDPP, including Safeguarding and Protection.
Track DRR/resilience activities across projects
Ensure DRR is reflected in all new grants
Networking and Advocacy
Support or represent WVPNG in Disaster Management Team meetings
Support or attend cluster meetings
Identify, Map and train church partners for preparedness and response
Serve as linkages between WPNG with provincial and National level government, INGO, local NGO, churches and other civil society groups.
External network or organization established for cross learning, exchange of Early warning information and pooling of resources
Capacity Building of WVPNG staff
Update NDMT membership
Plan and organize NDMT trainings, including emphasise on Safeguarding
Early warning systems and pre-positioning
Emergency response supplier data-base developed
Emergency funding tracked and reported
Humanitarian response coordination in times of emergency
Activate NDMT and coordinate WV staff for response
Provide updates to the Regional HEA Team
Coordinate with government, partners and clusters for community access for assessment and response
Lead team
Emergency funding tracked and reported
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION/SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
University degree/Diploma in Disaster Management, Environmental Science or
International NGO experience
Minimum three years experience preferably in an international NGO environment.
Has an extensive knowledge and experience in all areas of emergency response, conflict and/or natural disasters, Disaster Preparedness/Risk Reduction and Anticipatory Action.
Technical knowledge and experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation and preparedness
Experience in management experience.
Training and capacity building experience for staff and partners preferred.
Strong and demonstrated knowledge of partnership and Do No Harm principles, and SPHERE standards.
Strong report writing skills and adherence to submission dates with acceptable turn-around time
Good knowledge of procurement and financial systems
Effective communication skills (oral and written) including thorough knowledge of MS Office applications.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Strong knowledge of project management, accounting practices, and donor regulations and requirements.
Proven ability to adapt and perform well in high-pressure and dynamic work environments and situations.
Able to use different communication platforms to ensure effective and consistent communication for field updates and guidance to field teams.
A competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.
Interested applicants should submit the following documents all in one PDF file before; Friday 10 April , 2026 , (Midnight, PNG Time)
Expression of interest
Detailed CV
World Vision is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
World Vision is committed to safeguarding all children and adults living where World Vision operates. We enforce a zero tolerance policy for any forms of violence, abuse and exploitation against children or adults, either by employees or others affiliated with our work.
We do not employ staff whose background is not aligned with our safe guarding practices. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of all mandatory background checks, including criminal record checks, where required.
We appreciate the time it takes to prepare your application. Please note that only short-listed candidates suitable for interviews will be contacted. If you do not hear from World Vision within two (2) weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Applicant Types Accepted:
Key Details
- Job Title: Disaster Preparedness & Response Coordinator
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
- Department: World Vision International (WVI)
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- University degree/Diploma in Disaster Management, Environmental Science or
- International NGO experience
- Minimum three years experience preferably in an international NGO environment.
- Has an extensive knowledge and experience in all areas of emergency response, conflict and/or natural disasters, Disaster Preparedness/Risk Reduction and Anticipatory Action.
- Technical knowledge and experience in disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation and preparedness
- Experience in management experience.
- Training and capacity building experience for staff and partners preferred.
- Strong and demonstrated knowledge of partnership and Do No Harm principles, and SPHERE standards.
- Strong report writing skills and adherence to submission dates with acceptable turn-around time
- Good knowledge of procurement and financial systems
- Effective communication skills (oral and written) including thorough knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
- Strong knowledge of project management, accounting practices, and donor regulations and requirements.
- Proven ability to adapt and perform well in high-pressure and dynamic work environments and situations.
- Able to use different communication platforms to ensure effective and consistent communication for field updates and guidance to field teams.
- Expression of interest
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- , and career development opportunity will be offered commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and qualifications.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.