Advisor, Emergency Operations, Hurricane Response (P3)

Save The Children • Washington, DC

409d • $68,850 - $76,950 • Remote

About The Position

The Advisor, Emergency Operations for Hurricane Response at Save the Children is responsible for providing managerial, technical, and operational leadership in response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This role involves supervising program staff, maintaining local relationships, overseeing data collection, and ensuring effective program implementation in affected communities. The position requires a strong focus on child-centered relationships and effective communication with various stakeholders to support recovery efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong project management skills
• Professional proficiency in MS Office suite
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 25% within response region

Nice To Haves

• Background in nonprofit or NGO operations
• Familiarity with federal and state emergency response systems

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation plan of hurricane-impacted communities in Florida and North Carolina (70%)
• Execute and deliver on program strategy and program implementation plans
• Lead the process of building and maintaining child-focused relationships with local, state, and regional partners
• Complete and submit periodic program reporting
• Oversee logistics for program trainings, monitoring and evaluation data collection and reporting; track and report on program expenses
• Oversee Gift-in-Kind (GIK) operations and distributions, ensuring efficient tracking and reporting
• Conduct site visits and program fidelity checks to ensure adherence to technical standards
• Coordinate regular meetings with program technical teams to ensure program fidelity and quality
• Order, assemble, and distribute additional program materials to partners as needed
• Manage partner communication, providing timely follow-up and collecting feedback
• Work with program and finance stakeholders to oversee budget and monitor awardee grant implementation
• Serve on external hurricane-related long-term recovery coalition workgroups
• Help establish, maintain, and improve working relationships with government and partner agencies
• Ensure coordination of Save the Children's work with state teams and other agencies
• Support fundraising, communications, and reporting for recovery programs
• Inform U.S. response and recovery protocol and strategies based on partnerships and field learnings

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree