Disaster Preparedness Coordinator (Caracas)

About the role

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is seeking a Disaster Preparedness Coordinator to lead technical and strategic efforts in disaster risk reduction, preparedness and management across Venezuela. Based in Caracas, the role will support DRC’s integrated programmes and strengthen resilience among vulnerable communities and local authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Disaster Preparedness (DP) and Disaster Management (DM) to DRC teams, government partners and communities.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of disaster‑related projects, ensuring alignment with anticipatory action and early‑warning mechanisms.
• Integrate disaster preparedness and resilience considerations into DRC’s strategic plans and sectoral activities.
• Promote understanding of disaster preparedness terminology, tools, quality criteria and approaches among stakeholders.
• Lead the design of donor proposals and innovative programming that positions DRC as a key actor in regional and global disaster forums.
• Foster collaboration between internal DRC units and external partners to mitigate the impact of disasters on at‑risk populations.

Required profile

• Relevant higher‑education degree (e.g., humanitarian affairs, disaster management, public health, environmental studies).
• Proven experience in disaster preparedness, early‑warning systems and resilience building, preferably in humanitarian contexts.
• Strong knowledge of DRR frameworks and ability to work with government and community stakeholders.

Required skills