Emergency Specialist (Anticipatory Action)

TL;DR

Emergency Specialist (Anticipatory Action): Leading the management and implementation of insurance-backed anticipatory action programmes with an accent on risk analytics, trigger development, and multi-stakeholder coordination. Focus on strengthening disaster risk finance instruments and providing technical support to country offices to reduce humanitarian needs.

Location: Rome, Italy (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential.

What you will do

• Lead the management and implementation of the insurance-backed anticipatory action programme.
• Provide technical leadership on trigger development and risk analytics for early warning systems.
• Coordinate with key partners such as OCHA and WFP to leverage shared risk frameworks.
• Support country offices in programme implementation and operational delivery.
• Monitor, report, and manage knowledge related to anticipatory action and disaster risk finance.
• Contribute to broader organizational workstreams on disaster risk finance and resilience-building.

Requirements

• Master or equivalent degree in international development, disaster risk management, humanitarian affairs, economics, or public policy.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in humanitarian action, anticipatory action, or disaster risk management.
• Demonstrated experience in programme coordination and multi-stakeholder engagement.
• Proven exposure to risk analysis, trigger development, or early warning systems.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Experience in budget tracking or financial monitoring.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
• Familiarity with innovative financing mechanisms or data-driven approaches.
• Relevant experience at the country level in development or fragile humanitarian contexts.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a diverse, passionate, and global culture dedicated to children's rights.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package.
• Support for professional and personal development.
• Commitment to inclusivity and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.
• Paid parental leave and breastfeeding breaks.