Disaster Response Coordinator

1 week ago

Québec, Quebec, Canada Canadian Red Cross Full time

Company Overview


The Canadian Red Cross is an inspirational not-for-profit organization that helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need, as well as supports them in strengthening their resilience.

About the Job


As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in coordinating disaster response efforts in Edmonton. This position requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of emergency preparedness and response activities within the assigned area. This includes participating in workforce planning assessments, supporting volunteer sourcing initiatives, and contributing to the development and preparation of program objectives and work plans. You will also be required to coordinate disaster risk reduction and readiness activities, as well as ensure the completion of local and program-specific onboarding and orientation activities with volunteers. In addition, you will be responsible for implementing and leading programmatic volunteer engagement through regular communication, activities, and informal recognition, as well as supporting centrally managed engagement activities. Furthermore, you will be required to coordinate and support emergency preparedness and awareness activities within the assigned area, including annual campaigns such as Emergency Preparedness Week, Fundraising campaigns, etc.

Key Responsibilities



  • Participate in workforce planning assessments by identifying local operational needs, gaps, and promotions within the volunteer workforce.
  • Support volunteer sourcing initiatives to achieve set targets as part of defined recruitment strategies and tactics.
  • Ensure completion of local and program-specific onboarding and orientation activities with volunteers.
  • Implement and lead programmatic volunteer engagement through regular communication, activities, and informal recognition, as well as support centrally managed engagement activities.
  • Coordinate disaster risk reduction and readiness activities in an all-hazards approach with particular emphasis on relevant risks, and in line with CRC Readiness Standards;
  • Participate in the development and preparation of program objectives and work plans as required.
  • Ensure that Red Cross supplies and assets are inventoried, maintained, tracked, and deployed as per the logistics plan, in agreement with Supply Chain Management/Logistics.
  • Coordinate and support emergency preparedness and awareness activities within the assigned area, including annual campaigns such as Emergency Preparedness Week, Fundraising campaigns, etc.
  • Supervise and contribute to the development and support the implementation of Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) in accordance with programs standards, including workforce planning.
  • In times of small-scale localized responses, support or lead the set up and operation of responses in community, based on request from EM leadership.
  • Play a key role during local, provincial, and national disaster and emergency responses as required, including Duty Officer coverage as assigned.
  • Build partnerships with stakeholders, including assigned local and municipal governments representatives, NGOs, police, and fire departments, as well as community leaders in a continuous effort to enhance response capacity.

Requirements


For this role, we require a University degree or community college diploma in one or more of the following disciplines: volunteer management, project management, community development, emergency management, planning, and evaluation, or a related field. We also require at least three years of experience at a community-based program level. Additionally, we require Volunteer Leadership/Management Skills, previous experience working with volunteers, demonstrated knowledge or connection to the community in the area of responsibility, demonstrated experience in the development of plans and exercises, experience and training in media relations and public speaking, strong verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to successfully manage multiple projects at one time, strong time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, valid Standard/Emergency First Aid Certification or willingness to complete training, and a valid Provincial Class 5 driver's license. Preference may be given to a candidate with a background in emergency management.

About Us


The Canadian Red Cross has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2024. As a workplace, we strive to create an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team, apply now

Salary


The estimated salary for this position is $47,922 - $59,903 per year, depending on your qualifications and experience.

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