Disaster Relief Coordinator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Frontline humanitarian experience

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a Disaster Relief Coordinator to lead emergency response activities. The role focuses on planning, coordinating teams, and managing logistics for rapid aid delivery in the region.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in disaster management, logistics, and crisis leadership, with a proven ability to operate under pressure and coordinate diverse partners. This contractor position emphasizes hands-on field work and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 4 years in disaster response, emergency management, or humanitarian aid coordination.
• Ability to manage complex logistics in high-stress environments.
• Strong understanding of disaster cycle management (preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation).
• Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in contingency planning.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with Gauteng context is advantageous.
• Calm and effective under extreme pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute disaster response plans and protocols for the Vereeniging area.
• Coordinate mobilization and deployment of relief teams, supplies, and equipment.
• Assess immediate needs in disaster-affected areas and prioritize response activities.
• Liaise with government agencies, emergency services, and NGOs for coordination.
• Manage logistics for transportation, distribution of aid, and essential services.
• Oversee temporary shelters and aid distribution points.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of relief activities, resources, and expenditures.
• Communicate critical information to stakeholders.
• Conduct post-disaster assessments to identify lessons learned and improve strategies.
• Provide support and guidance to relief personnel on the ground.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Logistics

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Disaster Management, International Relations, Logistics, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a critical humanitarian aid organization, is seeking a highly organized and resilient Disaster Relief Coordinator to manage emergency response efforts in and around Vereeniging, Gauteng . This demanding role requires exceptional logistical planning, crisis management skills, and the ability to coordinate diverse teams and resources effectively under pressure. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in providing timely and essential support to communities affected by natural or man-made disasters. This is an opportunity to contribute significantly to humanitarian efforts and directly impact lives during critical times in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive disaster response plans and protocols for the Vereeniging area.
• Coordinate the mobilization and deployment of relief teams, supplies, and equipment.
• Assess immediate needs in disaster-affected areas and prioritize response activities.
• Liaise with government agencies, emergency services, and other NGOs to ensure effective coordination of relief efforts.
• Manage logistics for transportation, distribution of aid, and provision of essential services.
• Oversee the establishment and operation of temporary shelters and aid distribution points.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of all relief activities, resources, and expenditures.
• Communicate critical information to stakeholders, including internal teams, partners, and the public.
• Conduct post-disaster assessments to identify lessons learned and improve future response strategies.
• Provide support and guidance to relief personnel on the ground.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Disaster Management, International Relations, Logistics, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in disaster response, emergency management, or humanitarian aid coordination.
• Proven ability to manage complex logistics and operations in high-stress environments.
• Strong understanding of disaster cycle management (preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation).
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in developing and implementing contingency plans.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with the geographical and socio-economic context of Gauteng is advantageous.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under extreme pressure.

Benefits

• This contractor role offers a competitive annual compensation of ZAR, reflecting the critical nature of the work.
• The opportunity to be at the forefront of humanitarian aid and make a life-saving difference in Vereeniging .
• Work within a highly motivated and dedicated team.
• Gain invaluable experience in crisis management and disaster response.
• Contribute to the resilience and recovery of communities in the Gauteng province.