Community Disaster Risk Reduction Coordinator

Job Description As part of the world's largest humanitarian network, the American Red Cross works on the front lines of the climate crisis every day. What You Need to Know The Red Cross is currently seeking a Community Disaster Risk Reduction Coordinator to help lead community adaptation in Sarasota County, Florida. This position reports to the Community Disaster Risk Reduction Manager and is responsible for building and overseeing a community partner network and workforce to help cope with the climate crisis. The goal is to build and equip a resilient network of community-based partners and workforce ready to augment and enhance food security, emergency shelter and care, and access to health and mental health services needed when climate emergencies strike. Learn more about the Community Adaptation Program at this link: Location : Physical residence in or near Sarasota County, Florida. Position is expected to be working in the community more than 60% of the time. This is a term‑limited, benefits‑eligible position expected to last through September 2027. Responsibilities Assess community needs to identify and support the most vulnerable populations and their needs with regard to resilience in health, food security and housing and lessen disaster‑caused human impacts. Identify local partner organizations providing services related to food insecurity, housing and health with an interest in building disaster‑related resilience. Work with American Red Cross divisional and regional staff to integrate partnerships into planning, readiness, response and recovery activities. Evaluate opportunities for partnership, build and maintain positive partner relationships, and formalize agreements with community‑based organizations and key community stakeholders. Support implementation of Community Adaptation initiatives by convening partners, supporting engagement, and informing educational opportunities. Support collection of required grant management and partner engagement data accurately and on time. Support diverse and inclusive volunteer teams that lead and engage in Mission Adaptation objectives/activities. Collaborate with internal teams to communicate program objectives, milestones and determine areas of opportunity for existing volunteer base. Report expenditures made using the Community Adaptation budget. Engage with contacts in community‑based organizations and key community stakeholders to educate about disasters, impacts to vulnerable populations and Red Cross programs. Prepare accurate records and reports on partner engagement to include regular updates on program milestones and required adjustments into assessments of progress, accountability, and co‑learning. Work with Communications to develop press releases, brochures, and other collateral materials. Support region and stakeholder communities during disaster relief responses. Perform other duties as assigned. What You Need to Succeed Education: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Social Work, Public Health, Community Education or some other social services field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of related experience, preferably in an outcomes‑based social‑services environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Experience in community mobilization and disaster recovery preferred. Demonstrated familiarity with climate adaptation/resilience strategies, government disaster programs, and community organizing preferred. Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated in‑depth knowledge of community disaster risk reduction. Demonstrated ability in creating presentations and developing training modules. Excellent oral and communication skills, including training and presentations. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to develop project plans, budgets, and strategies to achieve organizational goals. Analytical and decision‑making skills to develop creative processes for continuous program or service improvements. Intermediate proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Flexibility and ability to work on a new team during program development. Spanish speaking preferred. Other: This position is also responsible for ensuring that all American Red Cross finance policies and procedures are followed as related to the scope of work activity. Upon employment, must be proficient in ARC programs and procedures, Volunteer Management, Financial Management, Cultural Competency, and Community & Government Partnerships. Travel : Travel is required. A current, valid driver’s license with a good driving record is required. Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO: Starting at 19 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays 401(k) with 6% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws. 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