About Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacificis 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 consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific’s mission in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Thailand, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in international cooperation and sustainable development and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.

Key Details

• Job Title:Disaster Risk Reduction Consultant
• Grade:CON
• Location:Bangkok, Thailand
• Department:Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
• Contract Type:Consultancy
• Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science Engineering.
• Academic Qualifications: Have technical knowledge and experience in spatial data analysis.
• Academic Qualifications: Experience in producing maps in compliance with United Nations GIS standard..
• Language: Strong command over English for successful implementation of work..

Skills

• Early warning systems (EWS) are one of the most effective ways to reduce mortality from natural disasters with the potential to reduce the economic cost of disasters by up to 60 per cent.
• In its Resolution 79/1, the Commission commits to develop policies and take actions to combat climate change and its impacts, develop early warning systems for all at the regional level, and to support regional and subregional priorities to address climate-related challenges, aligning with the Secretary Generals Executive Action Plan on Early Warmings for All 2023-2027.
• The project aims to deliver the following elements of the above indicated mandates: Build capacity of high-risk, low-capacity countries and vulnerable regions at addressing the gaps in pillar 1 and 2, mainly through the strengthened capacity to conduct impact-based forecasting.
• Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of Economic Affairs Officer, Disaster Risk Reduction Section and guidance of Chief, Disaster Risk Reduction Section, the Consultant will lead the development of the QGIS Plug-in for Impact Based Forecasting..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply