Job Context
The Pacific is a vast geographical area, with small countries, many of which are composed of a multitude of islands, often sparsely populated but with significant access constraints. The Pacific is heavily affected by multiple natural hazards (earthquakes, volcanoes, cyclones, etc.) of significant magnitude. Four of the ten countries most at risk in the world are located in the Pacific. The vulnerability of Pacific populations has increased in recent years due to the impacts of climate change. Cyclone occurrence forecasts are decreasing, but with greater intensities, causing greater damage without adequate anticipation, adaptation, and preparation for these frequent crises.
Thanks to its unique expertise in supporting National Societies (Red Cross/Red Crescent) in contexts of small territories and island states around the world, the Directorate of International Operations (DOI) of the French Red Cross (FRC) has reopened the South Pacific Ocean Regional Intervention Platform (PIROPS) in New Caledonia since October 2024. This new platform allows for the implementation of disaster preparedness, emergency response, and risk reduction operations and projects in the Pacific, and more specifically in Vanuatu and Fiji. PIROPS is recognized as a key player in the humanitarian response in the Pacific, both among the authorities and actors of New Caledonia and within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in the Pacific.
The 3 Oceans project, funded by the French Development Agency (AFD), has a strong component in capacity building for Pacific National Societies. Furthermore, funding agreements between the CDCS of the MEAE and the French Red Cross allow PIROPS to intervene quickly in the event of a crisis at the request of host National Societies. PIROPS can rely on the Territorial Delegation of New Caledonia of the French Red Cross (DTNC) in New Caledonia, which has trained volunteers ready to be deployed, as well as pre-positioned stocks in New Caledonia and rapid and efficient logistical capacity with regional partners. With the assistance of the World First Aid Reference Centre (CMRPS) based in Paris, PIROPS also supports Pacific National Societies and partners on the subject of First Aid. It also works to better take into account gender considerations and to reduce the environmental footprint of humanitarian aid.
Reporting to the Regional Representative, the Disaster Preparedness and Response Officer is part of the PIROPS Programs team. The working language outside of New Caledonia is English.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The post holder is responsible for the implementation of the Disaster Preparedness and Response component, particularly in Vanuatu. This involves frequent travel (once a month to Vanuatu).
In carrying out all of his/her duties, he/she complies with the guidelines of the French Red Cross and collaborates with PIROPS partners for the implementation of activities, in a spirit of delegation and transfer of activities to national partners. The main role of the delegate focuses mainly on the supervision of activities in Vanuatu, in close collaboration with the Vanuatu Red Cross. This position also contributes to strengthening the capacities of the French Red Cross in NC in terms of disaster preparedness and response.
All activities carried out by the Disaster Preparedness and Response (DPR) manager must be integrated into GRC activities over the long term. In this perspective, he/she also works in close coordination with the Alert Project Manager (Risk Reduction Awareness in Schools).
Description of tasks and responsibilities:
OBJECTIVE 1: ENSURE THE IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING OF THE PRC COMPONENT OF THE REGIONAL PROGRAMME, with a particular focus on actions in Vanuatu
OBJECTIVE 2: PROVIDE TECHNICAL EXPERTISE ON DISASTER PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE IN VANUATU AND NEW CALEDONIA
OBJECTIVE 3: COORDINATE THE MANAGEMENT OF PIROPS EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
Hierarchical links:
▪ Under the responsibility of the Regional Representative (N+1)
Functional links:
▪ Operational services (risk reduction and Training/Research) and support (logistics and admin/fin) of PIROPS
▪ GRC managers within the SN
▪ Technical managers PRC, RRC, Gender, ACC and Environment from the CRF headquarters
▪ National Operating Societies of the Region and other actors of the CR/CR Movement
Join us
Are you looking for meaning and want to flourish within a committed association that upholds humanist values?
The French Red Cross is an inclusive organization that considers the diversity of its employees as a key asset, and is a signatory to an agreement: Diversity and professional equality.
Our Association thus demonstrates its desire to prohibit all forms of discrimination and is committed to its employees on issues as diverse as gender equality, employment of seniors, disability, sexual orientation, and gender.
Similarly, committed to societal issues, the French Red Cross includes two ambitious environmental commitments in its strategy. With the dual objective of raising awareness and equipping 100% of its volunteers about the consequences of climate change and of halving its carbon footprint by 2030.
Desired start date
Position to be filled from September 1, 2025
Practical information related to the position
Conditions of employment
- Type of contract : Fixed-term contract under New Caledonian law, cost-benefit bonus, SEGUR bonus
- End-of-year bonus : equivalent to a 13th month pro rata to the time of presence
- Holidays : 5 weeks of paid leave/year and 21 days of recovery
Résumé
- Location: Noumea
- Duration: 12 months
- Available : September 1, 2025
The French Red Cross reserves the right to close a recruitment process before the deadline for posting and submitting applications. Thank you for your understanding.
If we do not contact you further within 3 weeks, please assume that we are not giving your application a positive response.
Female applications encouraged.
Online training:
To learn more about the Red Cross Movement, we invite you to take two online training courses, free and accessible to all. Completing these courses will be a plus in your application:
- WORC (World of Red Cross and Red Crescent): This training covers topics such as the origin and history of the Movement, its fundamental principles, the emblem, the International Federation, the ICRC and national societies.
- Stay Safe (level I, II and III), for its part, aims to develop a common culture of security management within the Movement.
You will find these courses on the International Federation’s Learning Platform: https://ifrc.csod.com/client/ifrc/default.aspx
Required skills and knowledge
▪ Excellent interpersonal skills
▪ Very good oral and written communication skills in French and English – Mastery of Bislama appreciated
▪ Good synthesis and analysis skills
▪ Very good ability to work in a team
▪ Perfect mastery of IT (office suite, e-learning platform a plus)
Job Requirements
▪ Good knowledge of the main partners of the program, in particular those involved in disaster preparedness and response
▪ Comfortable and flexible in institutional relationships
▪ Suitable for geographical mobility (frequent missions to Vanuatu in particular)
Training and Experience
▪ DU or Master in risk management
▪ Failing this, higher education in the field of international solidarity project management, humanitarian aid or development – or proven professional experience in a similar position
▪ Good knowledge of the Vanuatu context
▪ Proven experience in the field of risk management
▪ Proven experience in the humanitarian field, particularly in emergency situations
▪ Experience within the International Red Cross Movement or an NGO desired
▪ French and English: fluent, spoken and written.
How to apply
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