Disaster Risk Management Professional

About Palladium :

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people's lives.

Designation : Disaster Risk Reduction & Climate Action Analyst

Location : Mumbai

Project Overview : Project Management Unit for Technical Support and Implementation of Comprehensive Disaster Planning, Mitigation, Management and Response for Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation Department, Government of Maharashtra

Role Overview :

• As part of the PMU team, work closely with the Team Leader and other team members in overall coordination and day to day execution of the project.
• Serving as a focal point for coordination and collaboration among different departments, agencies, and organizations involved in disaster management within the district.
• Maintaining effective communication channels, facilitating regular meetings and consultations, and promoting partnerships to enhance the overall resilience of the district.
• Undertake extensive research, report preparation and activities related to disaster preparedness and mitigation including HRVA studies, disaster management plan preparation, training, institutional strengthening and capacity building, technology application for disaster management, communication and awareness, structural and non-structural mitigation measures etc.
• Support the TL and district teams in data collection, reporting and implementation of various initiatives under the DRR and mitigation aspects of the project
• Compiles, analyses, and clarifies all the information, data, photographs etc regarding disaster mitigation, risk reduction measures, water resource management, environmental management, and climate change etc.
• Helps in analysing existing disaster mitigation or environmental management legislation, regulations, policies, and practices to determine actual and potential impacts.
• Supports in communicating research findings to legislators, regulatory agencies, or other stakeholders.
• Helps reviewing new or adapted laws and policies involving factors that have the potential to impact drought.
• Facilitate meetings and coordination with the concerned departments
• Facilitates collaboration with stakeholders to develop educational and outreach programs regarding various notified disasters.

Responsibilities :

Qualifications and Experience Required (in bullet points) :

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