Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Field Officer

All India Disaster Mitigation Institute; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

All India Disaster Mitigation Institute in Ahmedabad, Gujarat seeks a Disaster Risk Reduction Field Officer to oversee fieldwork, data collection, and participatory research methods for disaster mitigation projects.

The role requires strong English/Hindi communication, willingness to travel, and the ability to design field methods and train staff. You will manage data with Kobo, SurveyCTO, Google Forms, and other tools to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Graduate or master's degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant field experience.
• Strong written and spoken English and Hindi.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fieldwork, surveys, data documentation, and stakeholder communications.
• Support participatory research design and data collection methods.
• Develop knowledge products using participatory processes.
• Design and conduct capacity-building training sessions.
• Monitor best practices and integrate new field techniques.
• Coordinate webinars (at least three).
• Manage data using digital tools ensuring quality and security.
• Support planning, budgeting, and field visits for quality assurance.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and represent AIDMI at events.

Skills

Field management

Research design

Data collection

Training capacity building

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills (Eng/Hindi)

Education

Graduate/Master's in Social Science / Disaster Management / Environmental Protection

Tools

Kobo Toolbox

SurveyCTO

Google Forms

CommCare

Audio recording

Job description

Job Summary

Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Field Officer in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India All India Disaster Mitigation Institute (AIDMI) Full Time at Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Responsibilities

• Field Management: Oversee AIDMI's fieldwork, including surveys, field visits, data documentation, and communications with field stakeholders.
• Research Design: Support the design of participatory research and data collection methodologies for effective field implementation.
• Field Engagement: Design and develop knowledge products using participatory processes.
• Training Capacity Building: Design and conduct training sessions and capacity-building activities with relevant field stakeholders.
• Best Practices Monitoring: Monitor and document good practices, incorporating new techniques and tools in the field.
• Webinar Coordination: Collaborate to organise and implement at least three online webinars
• Data Management: Develop and implement data collection processes using digital platforms and analytical tools such as Kobo Toolbox, SurveyCTO, Google Forms, CommCare, Audio recording, and others. Ensure data processing and quality, storage, protection, and analysis.
• Project Implementation: Facilitate decision-making on planning, budgeting, and implementation; conduct field visits for support and quality assurance; and ensure effective
• Coordination and Networking: Foster relationships with stakeholders; represent AIDMI at meetings and events; and ensure project activities are well-coordinated with relevant entities.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate or Masters degree in Social Science, Disaster Management, Environmental Protection, or a related field from an accredited university.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience is preferable.
• Excellent and time-bound written and verbal communication skills in English, Hindi, and
• Willingness to travel extensively for fieldwork.

Desired Experience

• Previous experience in the development sector and humanitarian work.
• Field experience in disaster response operations.
• Experience working with at-risk populations.
• Knowledge of participatory and data software research methodologies.

Terms and Conditions

• The position is based in Ahmedabad with frequent travel to field locations in Ahmedabad and
• Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
• The initial contract will be for one year and renewable based on performance.
• Must adhere to AIDMI's policies, including the PSEA policy.

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