| Overview : Project Title UNDP Programme on Upscaling Integrated Climate Change Adaptation, Disaster Response, Recovery and Risk Management Project Description The Philippines is consistently among the top five most disaster-prone countries in the world. Located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, it is often subject to geological hazards such as volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. According to the Philippine Institute for Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the Philippines experiences numerous seismic events ranging from 200 to 250 quakes a day. While most of these are small unfelt tremors, the country has not been spared from high intensity earthquakes such as the 7.7 magnitude Luzon earthquake in July 1990, the 7.2 magnitude earthquake which struck the province of Bohol in 2013, and the 6.7 magnitude in Surigao in February 2017. But, by far, the most devastating hazards are hydro-meteorological in nature such as typhoons, floods, landslides and storm surges. Annually, an average of 22 typhoons enter the country’s area of responsibility, with at least seven to nine making landfall and causing millions of damages to property and even loss of lives. Scientists have also warned that the intensity of these typhoons have also been increasing due to climate change. The 330kph winds brought on by Category 5 Typhoon Haiyan (locally known as Super Typhoon Yolanda), which destroyed 1.2 million homes and 6,300 lives in 2013, is looming as the new normal. In 2014, Typhoon Hagupit (locally known as Tropical Storm Ruby) brought 287 km/hour winds causing USD 114 Milllion in damages. Typhoon Haima, (known in the Philippines as Super Typhoon Lawin), was the second most intense tropical cyclone worldwide in 2016, which caused USD 1.93 billion in damages. In the aftermath of Typhoon Nock-ten (known in the Philippines as Typhoon Nina), UNDP received requests for assistance for the victims of the typhoon. This made UNDP realize that there is a need to put in place its own mechanism to enable the organization to provide immediate early recovery assistance to those affected by extreme events who require or requests the organization’s support. In the same vein, it is essential that there are adequate capacities at all levels to prepare for impending disasters; and/or minimize the risks of exposure of vulnerable communities. While the ability to respond through recovery efforts is important, it is equally essential to support ongoing efforts to strengthen capacities for disaster response by working with partners in the private sector, other development agencies, civil society organizations, and government to ensure a seamless and coordinated response as soon as disaster occurs. Addressing institutional and coordination issues that have beset past response and recovery efforts is crucial to make sure the country is better positioned to provide efficient support to affected communities, thereby minimizing damage to lives and properties. In effect, the aim is to shorten the period from immediate response to full recovery, with the greatest impact and low cost. Thus, UNDP is now developing a programme that aims to strengthen capacities of UNDP and agencies involved in the interrelated aspects of: (i) disaster response and early recovery to thereby enabling seamless transition to full recovery for communities affected by disasters; and (ii) disaster risk management to enable partners to adopt a risk based approach to planning and development, and handle residual risks, particularly those associated with climate change impacts. The intent is to make sure that under normal scenario, the UNDP is able to set up efficient systems and assist the government to strengthen its coordination mechanisms through the National and Local Disaster Risk Management Councils, the Office of Civil Defense, and other agencies. It will also solidify links with the private sector and humanitarian/development partners such that at any time there is disaster, the UNDP can count on these partnerships to effectively deliver. Adopting a risk based culture will also contribute to risk avoidance/minimization; thereby improving overall resilience from the impacts of disasters. The potential of the private sector in response and recovery work still need to be fully harnessed. There have been indications that the sector is deeply interested to be more meaningfully involved, but this has to be in the context of overall response and recovery efforts. The programme will facilitate such linkaging by fully scanning and mapping of private sector and other entities that UNDP can partner with, formalizing partnerships, and developing protocols and cooperation agreements for various types of disasters. This will help emplace a full response plan and resources in case disaster hits. This assignment will also explore the priorities and interests of humanitarian/development partners and other funding sources; and forge pre-financing agreements with relevant partners, based on mutual interests. These should enable immediate mobilization of and deployment of resources in case of disasters. The scope of such partnerships will be defined along the lines of UNDP’s role in the UN Humanitarian Country Team, the Early Recovery Cluster, and in coordination with the Office of Civil Defense and relevant government agencies. This work will also be closely coordinated with the “stability” team of the Country Office to ensure common operational and institutional approaches in providing recovery support for post-disaster and post-conflict situations. Towards this end, UNDP requires the support of an Advisor who could provide technical assistance to UNDP on DRRM and Disaster Recovery. Scope of Work Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Country Director and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager of the Inclusive and Sustainable Development Team, the Technical Advisor will assist UNDP in developing DRRM and Recovery Plans and Interventions. In particular, he/she will be responsible to perform the following: - In close cooperation with relevant UNDP units, actively reach out to selected partners and formalize their support and engagement, through strategic advocacy, development of a value proposition and relationship building, with the view to strengthen coordination with UNDP on DRRM and Recovery activities.
- Establish a contingency fund to support UNDP recovery actions.
- Organize and facilititate the conduct of at least one disaster preparedness simulation drill or exercise to test the disaster preparedness capacity of the UNDP Country Office and to update UNDP’s Business Continuity Plan
- Update UNDP’s own Contingency Plans for various hazards (e.g. typhoon and earthquake) as well as contribute to updating the Contingency Plans of the Early Recovery Cluster.
- Provide technical support to UNDP and its partners on DRRM and Recovery Activities
- Participate in Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment activities and disaster recovery activities in the event that UNDP is called upon to provide disaster response and early recovery assistance by its partners.
- Participate as required in Early Recovery Cluster meetings to strengthen coordination and ongoing partnerships.
Institutional Arrangement The Technical Advisor will perform the above tasks under the supervision of the ISD Programme Manager. He/She shall coordinate with other members of the UNDP Country Office Management Team, and make presentations as requested. He/She shall also prepare presentations to various stakeholders and also meet with government counterparts, particularly the Office of Civil Defense, Climate Change Commission, the legislative and other important groups. The ISD National Officer for CC/DRR shall provide day to day coordination and will serve as the Advisor’s technical counterpart. Duration of Work The total duration of the contract is 12 months (August 2017 - July 2018). Duty Station Manila, Philippines Qualifications Education - Advanced university degree in disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), environment, geography, development and land-use planning or other relevant fields.
Experience - At least five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in DRRM, recovery planning and management
- Substantial experience in designing, implementing and / or evaluating post-disaster recovery policies and programs
- Experience in supporting development and implementation of capacity building plans
- Track record of analysis, research, presentations, project management on DRRM and recovery processes is preferred
- Knowledge of Post-Disaster Needs assessment methodology is an advantage
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of conventions on DRRM and institutional partnerships and platforms (such as the Sendai Agreement, Sustainable Recovery Frameworks, etc.)
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural setting
- Strong public speaking, facilitating and presentation skills
Language - Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
Competencies - Strong relationship management and communication skills,
- Ability to map, analyze, prioritize and follow-up;
- Ability to work well with others in a multicultural team environment;
- Strong results orientation.
Criteria for Selection of Best Offer The offer will evaluated based on the Combined Scoring method – where the qualifications will be weighted a max. of 70% and combined with the financial offer which will be weighted a max of 30%. Application Requirements Applicants are requested to submit in one file the following documents to procurement.ph@undp.org: - Duly accomplished Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability that indicates the all-inclusive lumpsum contract price, supported by a breakdown of costs, as per template provided; If an Offeror is employed by an organization/company/institution, and he/she expects his/her employer to charge a management fee in the process of releasing him/her to UNDP under Reimbursable Loan Agreement (RLA), the Offeror must indicate at this point, and ensure that all such costs are duly incorporated in the financial proposal submitted to UNDP;
- Personal CV or P11, indicating all past experience from similar projects, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references;
In view of the volume of applications UNDP receives, only shortlisted offerors will be notified. |
