Consultant/Facilitator at Smiling Hearts Initiatives International

Objectives of the Workshop

• To strengthen the capacity of government authorities to effectively conduct multi-hazard risk assessments and integrate risk analysis into development planning and community action plans
• Enhance knowledge of multi-hazard risk assessment methodologies 
• Build technical skills in data collection, analysis, and risk mapping 
• Promote integration of risk analysis into sectoral and development planning 
• Support the development of practical, inclusive community action plans 
• Strengthen coordination among stakeholders in risk management

Scope of Work

The assignment will include the following key components

Training and Capacity Building

• Design and deliver training modules on: 
  • Multi-hazard risk assessment approaches 
  • Vulnerability and capacity analysis 
  • Use of risk assessment tools and frameworks 
  • Conduct workshops, simulations, and practical exercises

Risk Assessment Support

• Guide participants in conducting real or simulated multi-hazard risk assessments 
• Support data collection, hazard identification, and risk profiling 
• Facilitate risk mapping and visualization 

Integration into Development Planning

• Provide guidance on mainstreaming risk analysis into: 
  • Local development plans 
  • Sectoral strategies 
  • Budgeting processes 
• Develop practical tools/templates for integration

 Community Action Planning

• Facilitate participatory processes for developing community action plans 
• Ensure inclusion of vulnerable groups (women, youth, persons with disabilities) 
• Align plans with identified risks and local priorities.

Methodology

The assignment will adopt a participatory and practical approach, including:

• Interactive workshops and group work 
• Case studies and real-life scenarios 
• Field-based exercises 
• Coaching and mentoring sessions 

 Expected Outputs/ Deliverable

The assignment is expected to deliver the following outputs;

• Inception report with detailed work plan 
• Training curriculum and materials 
• Training workshops conducted 
• Multi-hazard risk assessment reports (drafted with participants) 
• Risk maps and analysis tools 
• Community action plans developed 
• Final report including lessons learned and recommendations

 Duration and Timeline

The assignment is expected to be completed within 10 working days in both Borno and Sokoto States, structured as follows:

• Inception phase
• Training and implementation
• Reporting and finalization

 Target Participants

The targeted participants for this capacity building exercise shall be;

• Government officials (local and state levels) 
• Disaster management agencies 
• Planning and development officers 
• Relevant sectoral ministries (health, environment, agriculture, etc.) 

  Furthermore, the assignment will be implemented in collaboration with:

• Relevant government ministries/agencies 
• Local authorities 
• Development partners and partners implementing DRR components 

A designated focal institution will oversee coordination and provide technical guidance.

Education Qualification

• University degree in disaster risk management, social, environmental science, or development studies with at least 4 years from an accredited university or
• Masters in disaster risk management, social or environmental science, development studies with at least 2 years from an accredited academic university or related field.

Experience Qualification

• Proven experience in multi-hazard risk assessment and planning 
• Strong facilitation and training experience 
• Knowledge of participatory planning approach.
• Experience working with government institutions
• Excellent report writing skills
• At least 4-5 years working experience similar role

Desirable Requirement

• Knowledge of the disaster risks in Northeast and northwest regions of Nigeria is an added advantage 
• Fluency in local dialect is an added advantage 

Reporting Requirements

The consultant/facilitator will report to and submit:

• Inception report 
• Periodic progress updates 
• Draft and final reports 

 Duration and Timing

These activities shall be conducted in Borno and Sokoto States and shall be conducted for a period of ten (10) working days in the month of April

This includes 

• Capacity building for relevant government agencies and relevant stakeholders
• Multi-hazard Assessments in Borno and Sokoto States, and
• Integrating risk analysis and development of community action plans.

Venue

Workshops will be held within Borno and Sokoto States at a suitable venue that supports interactive sessions, with adequate facilities for presentations and group work.

SHI has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.