Disaster Resilience Planner Job Vacancy in Garissa, Kenya – Disaster Resilience and Community Development

Development
Garissa
July 14, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Position: Disaster Resilience Planner

Company: Oxfam Kenya

Location: Garissa, Kenya

Experience: 3-5 years in disaster risk reduction or community development

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or related field

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Disaster Resilience and Community Development

Department: Environmental Sustainability

Salary: 250,000 – 350,000 SSP

Vacancies:1

Company Overview

Oxfam Kenya is a global leader in humanitarian aid and development programs, focusing on empowering vulnerable communities through sustainable solutions. In Kenya, Oxfam partners with local stakeholders to address climate change impacts, food insecurity, and disaster resilience. This role is part of a long-term initiative to strengthen community preparedness in high-risk regions like Garissa.

Job Overview

As a Disaster Resilience Planner, you will design and implement strategies to mitigate the impact of natural disasters and climate-related crises in Garissa. This role requires collaboration with local governments, NGOs, and communities to build adaptive capacity and ensure sustainable development. Visit https://kenyajobsearch.com for more Kenya Jobs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop community-based disaster risk reduction plans tailored to Garissa’s environmental and socio-economic context.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and climate impact analyses for at-risk populations.
  • Coordinate with local authorities to integrate resilience strategies into urban and rural development projects.
  • Train community leaders and stakeholders in emergency response and resource management.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of resilience programs using data-driven frameworks.

Required Skills

  • Expertise in disaster risk assessment tools (e.g., GIS mapping, climate modeling software).
  • Proven experience in community engagement and participatory planning.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting environmental and socio-economic data.
  • Fluency in Swahili and English.
  • Project management capabilities with a focus on multi-stakeholder collaboration.

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or related field.
  • Master’s Degree preferred but not mandatory.

Experience

  • 3-5 years in disaster resilience, climate adaptation, or community development roles.
  • Experience working in arid or semi-arid regions is a significant advantage.

Salary

250,000 – 350,000 SSP annually, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Annual professional development stipend (up to 50,000 SSP).
  • Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Garissa.
  • Flexible work arrangements with fieldwork and remote options.

Training

  • Onboarding training in Oxfam’s disaster resilience frameworks.
  • Certification courses in climate risk assessment and community engagement.
  • Leadership development programs for strategic project management.

Working Environment

This role involves a mix of fieldwork in rural Garissa and office-based planning. Candidates must be adaptable to challenging environments and committed to community-driven solutions. The position supports remote collaboration tools for cross-regional coordination.

Application Process

Submit your CV and a 500-word cover letter to the https://www.ugandajobssearch.com portal by 2026-08-14. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews in Nairobi or via video conferencing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Oxfam Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

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