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Program Officer - Disaster Management

World Vision International
Karen, Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Live
Mid Level
Humanitarian
Posted about 3 hours ago (6 Oct 2026) Updated about 3 hours ago

Job Description

The Program Officer will coordinate disaster risk reduction and emergency response activities for World Vision in Kenya. They will assess community vulnerabilities, develop preparedness plans, and support the implementation of relief operations. The role involves close collaboration with partners, monitoring program performance, and reporting on outcomes to strengthen the organization’s impact on vulnerable children.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • • Bachelor’s degree in disaster management, humanitarian aid, social sciences or related field
  • • Minimum 2 years experience in disaster management or humanitarian programmes
  • • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • • Ability to work in field environments and adapt to changing conditions
  • • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data collection tools

Required Skills

Responsibilities

  • • Conduct disaster risk assessments and identify vulnerable communities
  • • Develop and update preparedness and response plans
  • • Coordinate emergency relief operations and resource distribution
  • • Liaise with government agencies, NGOs, and local partners
  • • Monitor and evaluate program activities against objectives
  • • Prepare timely reports and documentation on program performance