CESVI Jobs 2026 — Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Officer (Karachi)

Overview

CESVI has announced an open position for a Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Officer under the BRAND 2.0 (Building Resilience Against Natural Disasters) project. This initiative is funded by DG ECHO and led by CESVI in partnership with Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and local partners to strengthen government-led disaster preparedness, risk-informed decision-making, and Anticipatory Action across Sindh Province. The official duty station for this post is Karachi, with frequent travel required to project districts and field locations. The position reports directly to the Project Coordinator.

The job opportunity was published online on BrightSpyre. The role involves close collaboration with relevant government authorities, including the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh, District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs), government line departments, local stakeholders, and humanitarian and development partners.

Positions and vacancies

• Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Officer: Number of posts is not stated in the advertisement, BPS/scale: Not applicable / not stated in the advertisement, Location: Karachi (Sindh Province).

Eligibility and qualification

Applicants are required to possess a Master’s degree in Disaster Risk Management, Social Sciences, or another relevant field. Degrees in Development Studies, Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Public Policy, or closely related disciplines are also considered relevant. Candidates must have at least 03 years of relevant professional experience in Disaster Risk Reduction, Disaster Risk Management, disaster preparedness, resilience-building, or humanitarian/development programming. Desirable experience includes working with government institutions such as PDMA and DDMAs, as well as facilitating trainings, workshops, consultations, and stakeholder meetings. Technical skills required include knowledge of DRR/DRM, Anticipatory Action, Early Warning Systems, multi-hazard risk assessment, report writing, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Age limit and other conditions

The advertisement does not specify an age limit, gender requirement, or domicile restriction. Salary details are not provided in the announcement. The contract duration is determined as per project and organizational requirements. Candidates must be willing and able to travel frequently to project districts and field sites.

How to apply

1. Go to the online application page hosted on BrightSpyre at https://resume.brightspyre.com/jobs/ywnb_IGsUj5BZQwqrUaaDZGpKLoj
2. Click the "Apply Now" option on the portal page.
3. Complete the online submission process by providing your updated profile and details as requested.

Important dates

• Advertisement Date: Not stated in the advertisement.
• Last Date to Apply: Not stated in the advertisement.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to apply for this job?

The advertisement does not state an application deadline.

What education is required for the DRR Officer position?

A Master’s degree in Disaster Risk Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Climate Change, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Public Policy, or a related discipline is required.

Where is the job located?

The primary duty station is Karachi, with frequent travel to project districts across Sindh Province.

What is the salary offered for this post?

The advertisement does not state the salary or compensation package.

Tips for applicants

• Carefully review all qualification and experience requirements before submitting your application.
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