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Finance and Account Assistant (Tamil Nadu India) at RIMES

April 4, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Background: The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia

(RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution, owned and managed by its Member States, for the generation and application of early warning information. RIMES evolved from the efforts of countries in Africa and Asia, in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, to establish a regional early warning system within a multi-hazard framework for the generation and communication of early warning information, and capacity building for preparedness and response to trans-boundary hazards. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009, and was registered with the United Nations on 1 July 2009. RIMES operates from its regional early warning center located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani.

Position Description: The Finance and Account Assistant is responsible for preparing financial reports and maintaining records of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenditure, payments and other financial activities. S/He conducts regular checks of the internal controls, leads the preparation of the monthly accounts closure of the operation, and ensures that disbursements are in accordance with the budget and the RIMES Financial Rules.

Contract Type: Full-Time Contract

Duty station: RIMES Office, Tamil Nadu, India

Minimum Qualifications:

Finance and Accounting

Perform finance analysis, reporting and management tasks
Oversee the validation of transactions and verification of their overall impact on the general accounts
Contributes to updating financial and accounting policies and related tools, systems, technologies, and related procedures.
Review financial paperwork and procedures, provide recommendations, and make necessary changes
Ensure all expenses are within assigned project budget and verify the completeness of all required supporting documentation for all payments vouchers
Prepare payments, bank transfers, and do the bank transactions
Ensure timely and accurate monthly and year end closure of accounts, including bank reconciliation, and submit reports as per prescribed deadlines.
Prepare invoice to the projects for services and cost share
Ensure account receivables and payables activities are performed accurately and timely
Settle amounts due, or recover outstanding receivables
Identify and resolve invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies and other financial related issues
Ensure timely and effective follow up to audit observations and recommendations
Ensures that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained.

Administrative

Ensure proper and complete documentation and filing for easy retrieval of all accounting related documents
Identify and provide feedback and suggestions to management related to improvements to the RIMES’s policies, procedures, processes and financial systems and related programs
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head- Department of Operational Support in RIMES Head Quarter.

Vat & Tax Payments

Process to payment of VAT and Taxes.
Ensure compliance with VAT and Tax policy before booking.
Control the effectiveness of VAT and Tax payments deposit into bank
Keep separate files for VAT & Tax payment records

OTHERS

Cooperate with other departments and ensure support to them
Liaison with the bank(s) and develop a good working relationship
Processing vouchers and archiving
Manage filing system in the office and ensure transaction are serially filed
Undertake any other responsibility as provided by her/his supervisor.

Reporting to: Head- Department of Operational Support in RIMES Head Quarter.

Duration: The contract will initially be for one year and will be extended upon satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary term and each annual performance review.

Human Resource and Administrative Assistant (Tamil Nadu India) at RIMES

April 4, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Background: The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia

(RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution, owned and managed by its Member States, for the generation and application of early warning information. RIMES evolved from the efforts of countries in Africa and Asia, in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, to establish a regional early warning system within a multi-hazard framework for the generation and communication of early warning information, and capacity building for preparedness and response to trans-boundary hazards. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009, and was registered with the United Nations on 1 July 2009. RIMES operates from its regional early warning center located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani.

Position Description: Human Resource and Administrative Assistant reporting to the country program lead will implement human resource, and administration policies, procedures, and programs, ensuring adherence to RIMES staff and administration rules and regulations, in support of the operation of the RIMES country facility, implementation of programs and projects, and of RIMES institutional processes.

Contract Type: Full-Time Contract

Duty station: RIMES Office, Tamil Nadu, India

Minimum Qualifications:

Human Resource:

Supports country office by screening, testing, and interviewing applicants.
Support maintaining banking, petty cash, and others financial activities as per organizational policies and practices.

Provides orientation for new staff by providing information packets, reviewing company policies, explaining benefit programs, and obtaining signatures for documents.
Maintains human resources records for staff by recording the hiring, transfer, termination, change in job classifications, and merit increase dates as well as tracking vacation, sick, and personal time.
Documents and tracks human resources actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
Sets up and schedules complicated meetings for interviewees, hiring managers, employees, and department heads.
Accomplishes human resources department and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Administration:

Liaise with government offices for acquisition of expatriate staff visas.
Handling with document and keep track of information of visa processing.
Facilitate acquisitions/ procurement and payments.
Ensure filing is up to date for various subjects, including lists of suppliers, contractors, consultants, etc.
Assist the Finance unit in preparing requests for payment forms and summary table of daily/weekly payments, and regular follow up with the donor on payments status, etc.

Oversees office equipment and supplies, ensuring that all office equipment and supplies, such as stationery, are present and in acceptable condition.

Maintain inventory of office facility equipment, instruments, furniture, etc.
Provide reception duties: answering the phone, welcoming visitors, and making/ follow-up of appointments and maintain calendar of work and travel schedules.

Coordinate for daily administrative work; collect and distribute incoming mail, check the completion and cleanliness of the office, notify the landlord of any damage to the office facilities, supervise the cleaning of the RIMES office, and ensure that A/C is maintained according to the schedule, and manage the transportation needs of staff and visitors.

Procurement, purchasing and contract management:

Assess procurement requirements, prepare procurement plans, draft specifications and initiate procurement process
Assist to prepare procurement / tender documents for PR RFQs, RFPs, P.O. etc for procurement.
Evaluate tenders and quotation documents as and when required.
Check quality of deliverables and ensure that procured items are delivered properly as per specification as well as contract agreement and deal with performance evaluation of vendors
Assist to ensure timely procurement of goods/logistical requirement and services through monitoring the procurement progress and follow up with vendors.
Prepare reports on procurement for project management.

Others:

Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned by Head-Department of Operation Support in RIMES Head Quarter.

Reporting to:Head-Department of Operation Support in RIMES Head Quarter.

Duration: The contract will initially be for one year and will be extended upon satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary term and each annual performance review.

Finance and Account Associate at RIMES

April 4, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Background : The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia

(RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution, owned and managed by its Member States, for the generation and application of early warning information. RIMES evolved from the efforts of countries in Africa and Asia, in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, to establish a regional early warning system within a multi-hazard framework for the generation and communication of early warning information, and capacity building for preparedness and response to trans-boundary hazards. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009, and was registered with the United Nations on 1 July 2009. RIMES operates from its regional early warning center located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani.

Position Description: Reporting to the Finance and Account Manager, the Finance & Accounting Associate is responsible for preparing financial reports and maintaining records of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenditure, payments and other financial activities. S/He conducts regular checks of the internal controls, leads the preparation of the monthly accounts closure of the operation, and ensures that disbursements are in accordance with the budget and the RIMES Financial Rules.

Contract Type: Full-Time Contract

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Completion of bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with minimum of 3 of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budget.
Postgraduate degree in Accounting or Finance with minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budget.
Professional certification in Accounting or Finance is desirable.
Experience in analyzing data and preparing management reports
Work experience from reputable audit firms, international organizations, or donor organizations

Qualifications and Technical Skill

Knowledge of accounting principles, procedures and standards.
Ability to apply conceptual, analytical, and evaluative skills in accounting operations.
Ability to prepare and maintain the full set of accounts
Knowledge and hands on experience with Infor SunSystems or other Accounting Software (for non-profit)
Fluency in oral and written English and Thai
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Desirable

Knowledge of international donor agency requirements and regulations

Personal Qualities

High level attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to follow through on tasks
Flexible, creative, responsive, able to take initiative, open to learning
Reliable
Able to work within systems and procedures, work effectively in a small team environment involving the sharing of information and at times sharing workloads
Able to analyze and integrate potentially conflicting numerical, verbal, and other data from a number of sources
Willing to demonstrate, apply and share expert technical knowledge across the organization
Able to work independently and multi-task and meet deadlines.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

General accounting tasks, including reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts and general ledger operations, preparing journal entries, preparing monthly closing and financial reports, preparing account/bank reconciliations
Oversee the validation of transactions and verification of their overall impact on the general accounts
Review financial paperwork and procedures, provide recommendations, and make necessary changes

Ensure all expenses are within assigned project budget and verify the completeness of all required supporting documentation for all payments vouchers
Examine vouchers and supporting documents for all payment requests, cash advances and liquidation and process payments
Prepare invoice to the projects for services and cost share
Identify and resolve invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies and other financial related issues Review income transactions and follow up outstanding payments
Assist the Finance Officer to prepare financial reports for the project donor, funding agencies and authorities
Coordinates monthly meetings with each of the project teams to discuss expenditure targets and projections on a regular basis
Ensure proper and complete documentation and filing for easy retrieval of all accounting related documents

Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance and Account Manager

Reporting

The Finance and Account Associate will report to Finance and Account Manager

Contract Duration

The contract will initially be for one year and will be extended upon satisfactory completion of 180 days probationary term and each annual performance review.

Communications Officer at RIMES

April 4, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Background: The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia.

(RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution, owned and managed by its Member States, for the generation and application of early warning information. RIMES evolved from the efforts of countries in Africa and Asia, in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, to establish a regional early warning system within a multi-hazard framework for the generation and communication of early warning information, and capacity building for preparedness and response to trans-boundary hazards. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009, and was registered with the United Nations on 1 July 2009. RIMES operates from its regional early warning center located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani.

Position Description: Under the overall guidance of the Director, Program Unit and the direct supervision of the Head of Department of Operational Support (DOS), the Communications Officer will provide support for the implementation of the DOS’s communication and advocacy strategy to influence resource mobilization, promote public and media outreach, and mobilize support for the DOS programmes in relation to RIMES strategy. This work involves content development for the DOS internal and external communications, including website content, communiqués and press releases, promotional materials, social media content, risk communications, the graphic layout for publications, and other media products.

The Communications Officer plays a crucial role in formulating staff training programs centered on RIMES manuals /policies/regulations and critical subjects aimed at bolstering staff capabilities. This key responsibility aligns closely with the objectives of the HR Department, ensuring that all RIMES personnel are fully versed and proficient in the application of RIMES policies and procedures.

Contract Type: Full-Time Contract

Duty station: Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System AIT Campus, 58 Moo 9 Paholyothin Rd., Klong 1, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120 Thailand.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Communication Officer demonstrates ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, with excellent leadership, management, communication, and organizational skills.

Knowledge: An Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in communication, journalism, or related field is required. Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication.

Experience:

A minimum of 3- 5 years of previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a International non-profit organization, or related field.
Demonstrable experience in public information, marketing, public relations, media, journalism, or related area is required.
Experience providing guidance to a senior official/s is required.
Experience developing and implementing communication activities for a public sector, regional or international, non-governmental, or media organization is required.
Experience in graphic design and/or graphic layout for publications and other media products are desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and platforms.
Demonstrable expertise in public information and communication, with the ability to address a variety of issues within political, public, and local contexts. Skilled in conceptualizing, designing, and implementing significant information campaigns, with a proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing diverse information quickly. Excels in managing sensitive situations tactfully, producing clear written and oral communications, and making data-driven decisions. Shows commitment, professionalism, and calmness under pressure, with a dedication to gender inclusivity and equality.
Communicates clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms, listens actively, interprets messages accurately, and responds appropriately. Adapts communication style to suit different audiences and maintains transparency and openness in information sharing.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, particularly in high-pressure situation
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment to meet organizational objectives, values others’ ideas and expertise, prioritizes the team’s goals over personal interests, and shares both credit and responsibility for team outcomes.
Pursues innovation in improving services and solving problems, encourages new ideas, embraces risk-taking for novel concepts, and avoids being limited by conventional thinking.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The Communications Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

Takes the lead in implementing the overall communications and advocacy strategy for the Department of Operational Support (DOS)
Support the DOS’s resource mobilization efforts by developing a communication and outreach plan and identifying funding sources, and other assistance for major communications campaigns and staff training manual development.
Prepares or oversees the preparation of a diverse range of information communications products in support of major campaigns and resource mobilization initiatives.
Contribute to the development of public awareness campaigns aimed at raising awareness about the DOS’s work in peace and security (as it relates to RIMES policy).
Monitors and evaluates results and impact of communications activities; reports on deliverables and achievements of DOS.
Fulfills speaking engagements and makes presentations to groups on the DOS’s activities and advocates issues of concern; organizes media coverage and arranges for media contacts, briefings, and interviews; organizes seminars, training, conferences, public events on major issues and events concerning the DOS.
Coordinate closely with the HR Department to identify training needs and develop comprehensive materials, including training plans, manuals, and other essential documents. These materials will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to RIMES’s operational procedures, policy implementation, and strategic goals, thereby ensuring staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to RIMES’s mission and objectives.
Manages publications programme and produces written materials for publication and publicity, such as newsletters, annual reports, brochures, and leaflets.
Supports content development for website, social media, and mobile platforms.

Others

Provide secretariat support to RIMES Council Meetings and Ministerial Conferences.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head-Department of Operational Support.

Immediate Supervisor:

Head of Operational Support

Contract Duration

The contract will initially be for one year and will be extended upon satisfactory completion of 180 days probationary term and each annual performance review.

Senior Treasury Assistant at Asian Development Bank (ADB)

April 2, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Your Role

As a Senior Treasury Assistant, you will: undertake a variety of Treasury related analytical, technical, administrative support roles and provide vital operational support in TD’s business continuity activities at the Treasury Regional Hub. This position will contribute to strengthening ADB’s ability to transform into a resilient organization.

You will:

Cash Operations
• Assist in the daily monitoring and management of cash flows to ensure availability for ADB’s operations and meet its financial obligations. This includes all currencies used for ADB operations with a focus on local currency operations.
• Assist in collecting loan services payments, donors’ contributions, and shareholders subscriptions from ADB’s member countries.

Cash Flow Projection Reports
• Prepare data and information related to the planning and projection of ADB’s short-term and medium-term funds flow of major currencies: historical data of cash transactions and future cash flow items.
• Monitor actual cash inflows and outflows to determine variances in cash position versus projections and make necessary adjustments to cash projections with a focus on local currency operations.
• Actively contribute to the cross departmental Thematic Bonds working group by providing data used in the cash reports facilitating the tracking of the initiative.
• Develop and propose initiatives to rationalize cash flow data acquisition and cleaning.

Cash management environment’s support
• Assist in gathering data and preparing environments used to build cash flow reports in all currencies ADB uses.
• Help maintain and upgrade the Tableau dashboards developed by the cash management team to support their cash management functions.

Others
• Performs activities in support of ADB’s Organizational Resilience.
• Perform other duties as required and reflected in the incumbent’s work plan.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other related disciplines. Alternatively, university degree in related fields combined with additional relevant experience can be considered.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in cash management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proven competency in Microsoft Excel and in at least one of the leading Business Intelligence tools (Tableau Software, Power BI, Qlik View, etc.).
• Adequate knowledge of treasury operations (payments processing and collection of funds), investment operations (money placements, currency yield and withdrawals) and funding operations (swap arrangements, borrowings, and redemptions).
• Understanding of the interactions between Treasury and other work areas.
• Solid numerical ability; attention to details.
• Proven ability to work independently and set own work priorities; resourceful and innovative.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Administrative Staff level 5.

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB’s standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

● Paid leave (including parental)
● Medical and health benefits
● Life and other insurance plans
● Staff development
● Retirement plan
● Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
● Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

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Meteorologist (TNSDMA office at Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India) at RIMES

April 1, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Scope of Work

Hazard risk analyst – Meteorologist will report to Anshul Agarwal, RIMES Hydro met Team Lead and work in the supervision of the Project coordinator, TNSMART, and in coordination with all Team members shall have the following specific tasks:

Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for observation data collection, storage, and
Interpret AWS data to understand weather patterns, climate trends, and potential impacts on various sectors, such as agriculture, transportation, and emergency
Evaluate various forecast products integrated in TNSDMA and assess their performance at various administrative
Evaluate different forecast products to capture the extreme events in the
Perform periodic audits to ensure adherence to established quality
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data quality and
Develop protocols for responding to severe weather events or
Coordinate with relevant agencies, such as disaster management authorities, during extreme weather
Ensure timely dissemination of critical weather data during
Periodically review data, equipment, and procedures to ensure compliance with standards and
Conduct audits and evaluations of the AWS station’s

Deliverables:

Activity

Month

Project Deliverable

Due Date

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

1

0

1

2

Data monitoring

x

Monitoring the ARG and AWS data everyday

Every day

Quality assurance

x

Monitoring any abnormalities and check with vendors

Every day

Advisory

x

Generate location-based impact advisory to various departments

Every week or month

Alert dissemination

x

Provide early warnings to communities to help mitigate the impact of these events.

Every day

Research

x

Research the phenomena of El nino and La nino and their impacts

Long term research

Qualifications

Knowledge

Doctorate or Master’s degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or a closely related

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in related

Skills and abilities

Certificate courses in atmospheric physics, dynamics, thermodynamics, climatology, satellite meteorology, and other relevant subjects
Competence in using computer software for data processing and analysis is necessary. This may include software for visualisation, statistical analysis, and geographical information systems (GIS).
Familiarity with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AWS equipment is This includes understanding sensor calibration, data transmission systems, and other technical aspects of the instrumentation will be an advantage.

Personal qualities

Excellent interpersonal skills; team-oriented work style; pleasant personality; strong desire to learn and undertake new challenges; a creative problem-solver; willingness to work hard; interest and experience in working in a multicultural
Good communication (written, verbal, and presentation) skills in English

Contract Duration

The contract will be for 1 year, subject to a 4-month probationary period, and annual performance review.

About RIMES

The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia (RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution that is owned and managed by its 48 Member and Collaborating States for building capacities in the generation and application of user-relevant multi- hazard early warning information, for resources and risks management. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009 through the signing by collaborating countries of the RIMES regional cooperation agreement. RIMES was registered with the United Nations under Article 102 of the UN Charter on 1 July 2009. RIMES Headquarters operates from its regional early warning center, located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani, Thailand.

RIMES’ purpose is to provide early warning services according to differing needs and demands of its Member States, for enhanced preparedness and response to, and mitigation of, natural hazards. Its specific objectives are:

Facilitate the establishment and maintenance of core regional observing and monitoring networks to ensure data availability for early warning;
Provide earthquake and tsunami services within the framework of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (IOC-UNESCO);
Support National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) for providing localized hydro-meteorological risk information within the framework of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO); and
Enhance warning response capacities at all levels (national to community) within each national early warning

RIMES provides a portfolio of options for Member States to avail from, or contribute to, any of these objectives.

Background

This introductory note is provided to enable you to understand the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA), its responsibilities and the administrative set up in which you are expected to integrate yourself for delivering the best of your services and enhance the effectiveness of the Organization.

TNSDMA has many Senior Policy Makers, Senior Administrators with rich experience of leading from the front during disasters and officials who tirelessly work on 24X7 basis, in preparedness, response, relief, reconstruction and mitigation. We value your individual Qualifications, expertise, knowledge and skills, but how you embed yourself in the above ecosystem as a Core team player will be more important to the Organization.

Organization

The Tamil Nadu Disaster Risk Reduction Agency (TNDRRA) is the Executive Agency of the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA).

The TNDRRA functions under the overall control of the Commissionerate of Revenue Administration and Disaster Management headed by the Additional Chief Secretary and Commissioner of Revenue Administration/ State Relief Commissioner. The TNDRRA is headed by the Director Disaster Management assisted by the Joint Director (Disaster Management) Assistant Commissioner (Recovery & Reconstruction), Assistant Commissioner (Natural Calamities) and Assistant Commissioner (Documentation and Media Relations)

The functions of TNDRRA are:

To act as the executive agency for the State Disaster Management Authority for coordinating the various Disaster Management related activities in the State at all
To guide and assist the District Administration in the rescue and relief
To act as a resource center for information, trained manpower, experts, NGOs and community-based
To undertake Capacity building, training and awareness relating to Disaster Management and
To provide technical assistance and consultancy services to the
To undertake research and development processes regarding causes for losses on account of natural disasters and to suggest remedial measures for minimizing the
To develop approach, philosophy, policy guidelines, management and action plans for managing disaster of any
To formulate and implement externally aided projects on disaster
To achieve the objects of the Society and to obtain funds for mitigation, risk reduction activities rehabilitation and settlement and to ensure optimum utilization of these funds obtained in the form of grant, aid, assistance or loan from Government of Tamil Nadu, Government of India, World Bank, ADB, USAID, DFID, IFRC, Donors, NGOs and from financial institutions, public and private trusts or any other
Management, Administration, Investment & Re-investment of funds out of sale proceeds received from the sale of land, buildings, equipment’s, furniture, fixtures, debris or any other things or articles or infrastructure

State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC)

The SEOC / Control Room is a 24-hour communication Center that disseminates all early warnings and alerts received from Indian Meteorological Department, Central Water Commission, Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services, and other authorities to state Authorities, District Collectors and with the associated line Departments of State Government. People requiring emergency assistance contact the SEOC by dialing the toll-free number 1070. The SEOC is equipped with modern communication equipment adequate manpower and material resources and it functions in close collaboration with 38 District Emergency Operation Centers, the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) New Delhi, District Collectors, Monitoring Officers other Disaster Warning agencies (National & State), Armed Forces, National Disaster Response Force, Tamil Nadu Disaster Response Force and Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services.

The SEOC has the following Communication and Decision Support Systems.

Emergency Response Support Services (ERSS) – a system that integrates “Dial 112 – Pan –India Single number” with the SEOC facilitated by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing –Trivandrum,
Integrated Common Alerting Protocol for communication of Disaster Alerts and Warnings, facilitated by the Center for Development of Telematics New
Integrated Flood Warning Systems for Chennai, TNSDMA- National Centre for Coastal Research Chennai collaborative Project
Real Time Flood Forecasting for Chennai Basins developed by SECON Consultancy Bengaluru as part of the Tamil Nadu Sustainable Urban Development Project

Multi Hazard Early Warning

The State Emergency Operation Centre is being upgraded with Multi Hazard Early Warning capabilities in tune with the Guidelines of the World Meteorological Organization.

Key activities:

Develop systems and modules utilizing the latest technological advances, building on the existing mechanisms to enable MHEWC to access, analyze and process all required data and information from various sources in the state, country, region and globe for proactive management of disasters in Tamil Nadu
To provide key domain experts and specialists to be housed at the Technical Cell of MHEWC and gradually build TNSDMA capacity with the skilled domain expertise to manage and sustain MHEWC – Provide necessary training and orientation to deployed officials/ experts at MHEWC for its effective functioning
Create an integrated solution for comprehensive risk management for all hazards in Tamil Nadu addressing sectoral risk management decision-making for all sectors that are sensitive to weather/ climate and other disasters.

The Conceptual Framework Technical Cell

The Technical Cell will consist of Multi-Disciplinary Technical Expert Services from RIMES (Remote) for enhancing the Multi-Hazard Early Warning Capability.

Technical Expert Services for enhancing the Multi-Hazard Early Warning Capabilities to support proactive management of disaster risks by housing and sustaining, enhanced TNSMART Decision Support. The expertise from various domains viz., Meteorology, Climatology, Coastal Hydrodynamics, Hydrology, Seismology, Oceanography, Information and Communications Technology, Remote Sensing, Geographic Information Systems, Mass Communication, Climate Information Application and Disaster Risk Management will be availed from RIMES based on the need and for a specific period.

The services will be utilized to maintain, operate and sustain emergency operations and guide TNSDMA’s proactive, risk-informed decision-making. The Hazard Risk Vulnerability Analysis and Risk Mapping will also be completed with these expert services. Part of the above services will be availed from RIMES (Remote) experts on a need basis for specific man-days for defined outcomes.

Expert Services at TNDRRA (Technical Cell) for the development of Real-Time Data Acquisition, Decision Support Systems and Applications for Weather Monitoring and other support services

RIMES will position expert services in TNDRRA and provide technical support, and handhold and build the capacity of TNDRRA personnel on Real-Time Data Acquisition, Decision Support Systems and Applications for Weather Monitoring.

The Technical Cell established as an integral part of the MHEWC would support proactive management of disaster risks by housing and sustaining enhanced TNSMART DSS along with a team of relevant professionals with expertise from various domains- Meteorology, Climatology, Coastal Hydrodynamics, Hydrology, Seismology, Oceanography, Information and Communications Technology, Remote Sensing, Geographic Information Systems, Mass Communication, Climate Information Application, and Disaster Risk Management

This Cell would bring operational, research and development support to the State’s disaster management processes and conduct capacity-building activities on all functional tools and emergency operation management. The Cell would also interact with line departments for regular data collection/ integration and work closely with TNSDMA decision-makers to ensure the delivery of warnings and information to the public through the established emergency operation centres. It would utilize the WMO framework and checklists and customize them to the contextual requirements of the State to respond to the needs of the community at risk and their response capabilities built around the four elements of the end-to-end-multi-hazard early warning system

The Technical Cell will maintain, operate, and sustain emergency operations and guide TNSDMA’s proactive, informed decision-making. The Cell would serve as a technical wing of TNSDMA through competent professionals and provide the following services

Hazard Risk Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Mapping of Floods, Cyclone, Droughts, Landslides, Lightning, Heat Waves, Earthquake Micro Zonation, Sea Water Incursion, River Erosion, Sea Erosion, CBRN and Crop Inundation
Standard Operating Procedures for SEOC and DEOCs
Standard Operating Procedures for Various Disaster Emergencies
Meso – Scale Weather Forecasting using satellite inputs from the Space Application Centre Ahmedabad
Establishing Real-Time Data Acquisition, Storage, Data Validation and Processing, Analysis, Security and Access Control, Visualization Dissemination, Scalability and Maintenance for Integrating 1400 ARGs, 100 AWS and more than 600 ARG and AWS of Departments
Integration of SDEM, I-FLOWS in TNSMART
Customize Impact Based Forecasts
Capacity Building of DDMAs and Departments
Provide support linked to the mandated technical agencies, analyzing the observation/ monitoring data from Satellite, Radar, ARG, AWS and other ground-based observation systems, hydrological networks, lightning detection stations, landslide and ground-motion monitoring and detection stations among others; scientific and technical support for hazard, risk, and impact analysis, especially during
This cell within MHEWC/ TNSDMA shall have a beneficial institutional link with the IMD-RIMES Unit (IRU).

Administrative Control of the Technical Cell

The Director DM will administratively control the expert services and seek the services of the technical experts according to the emerging needs. The Technical Guidance will be provided by the RIMES for the mandated activities. The Selected individuals will be trained by RIMES, Space Application Centre Ahmedabad and at Premier Academic, Scientific and Research Institutions, National Institute of Disaster Management etc.

Objective

The objective of this consulting service is to support enhancement of TNSMART so it can serve as one stop solution for all forecast information and data needs for TNDRRA. Meteorologist is responsible to review all NWP forecast products integrated in TNSDMA and access their performance at various administrative levels.

Lead System Research and Development (HQ office, Thailand) at RIMES

April 1, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Position Description:

The Lead – Systems Research and Development Department, leads and performs overall supervision of the system development and management for earthquake monitoring, tsunami warning, weather and flood forecasting, climate prediction, impact and risk assessments, and other decision support systems for hazard early warning and response. The Lead – Systems Research and Development Department is also responsible for the delivery of weather and climate products and services to RIMES Member States, and for supporting and analyzing the computing and other information technology requirements of RIMES.

Contract Type: Full-time staff

Duty station: RIMES Regional Facility, AIT Campus, 59 Moo 9 Paholyothin Rd., Klong Nung, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120 Thailand

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science/ Computer Engineering with a focus on AI and Machine Learning, and related fields.

Experience; Minimum 5-7 years of experience in:

Software/computer modeling, and integrating data, analytics and systems to deliver required digital information products for sectoral users.
Developing data analytics and geospatial data applications, with experience handling multi-dimensional datasets including NETCDF and HDF5, preferably using Python.
Designing REST APIs and microservices architecture utilizing Angular and React JS, with comprehensive knowledge of Javascript, HTML, and CSS. experience in DevOps e in SDLC.
Leading data, visualization, and IT teams to complete digital information products.
Collaborating with sectoral/government institutions to integrate their requirements into software/computer modeling outputs and digital information product deliveries. Managing and delivering MIS/DSS(s) development projects.
Engaging with international development organizations in leading weather/climate/climate change impacts modeling projects.
Leading and managing small to medium teams in system development projects deliveries.

Skills and Abilities:

Proficiency in integrating data, analytics, and systems to create digital information products for public and sectoral use.
Expertise in navigating complex datasets, modules, and models to develop digital tools and information products.
Strategic planning, organization, and monitoring of work activities.
Applied research capabilities.
Strong skills in leveraging Data Analytics Technologies such as AI, ML, IoT, and Blockchain for innovative DSS applications.
Competence in developing both backend and frontend systems using languages including Python, Node, PHP, and frameworks such as Angular or other JavaScript-based frameworks, with database experience in MySQL/PostgreSQL on Linux platforms.
Ability in incorporating AI/ML libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, TensorFlow), open-source databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), web mapping libraries (Leaflet, OpenLayers, Mapbox-GL), and cloud/server deployment strategies into systems.
Excellent English communication skills, including presentations and document writing.

Personal Qualities: Excellent interpersonal skills; team-oriented work style; interest and experience in working in a multi-cultural environment; willingness and availability to travel, strong desire to learn and undertake new challenges; willingness to work hard; and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Management

Lead the development and implementation of the RIMES IT and IT security policies, ensuring comprehensive maintenance and strict adherence by all staff members.
Lead the setup of the RIMES Server Room and Data Center to meet international standards and obtain ISO certifications.
Contribute to the definition and implementation of the Systems Research and Development Department objectives and strategies
Oversee the development and management of Department resources and processes
Provide technical leadership to the Systems Research and Development Department
Build a competent and strong Systems Research and Development team
Lead projects involving implementation of new and existing systems, solutions, and processes
Take responsibility for making key decisions to ensure successful, effective, and efficient implementation of all initiatives
Constantly bring in new and innovative ways to improve service delivery to the end users.
Understand demand from the RIMES member states and develop and design programs to address the demands though technology support.
Define the Departments short-, medium- and long-term goals.
Report regularly Department achievements and progress of work.

Systems development and enhancement

Guide and supervise the planning, design, development, testing, and validation of new systems, solutions, and processes that meet early warning user needs and requirements effectively and efficiently
Lead establishment and operation of RIMES Regional Center
Provide data management and data analytics support to entire information chain: Observation Monitoring, Forecast Analytics, DSS, Integrated Services including tailored services to users
Lead Regional Resilience Data Analytics Services (RDAS) platform development and operations to cater to demands of all RIMES Countries of all sub regions
Contribute to RIMES vision 2030 Integrated Service Delivery for resilience
Ensure the tools developed at RIMES under various initiatives remain in operation in the countries and ensure back up support all the time
Ensure adherence to formal processes, standards, and quality practices
Assure system and product reliability, scalability, extensibility, security, and performance
Take responsibility for and manage risks and issues identified on developed systems and products
Ensure timely delivery of systems and products
Report project progress regularly
Document system and product development
Lead the planning, design, development, and delivery of users training
Monitor technology trends and emerging areas for new opportunities
Conduct annual audit, during the last quarter of the year, of RIMES computing systems and resources, and recommend enhancements or application of new/emerging technologies, for meeting IOC and WMO standards and quality assurance of RIMES information products and services
Plan for and lead the implementation of improvements in existing systems
Ensure seamless implementation of existing and new systems

Delivery of weather and climate products and services

Lead the implementation of the regional data sharing arrangement with RIMES Member countries and link it to ECMWF and other global and regional centers.
Lead the customization of forecast models
Ensure timely and regular delivery of weather and climate products
Lead the implementation of forecast verification processes, and data assimilation and bias correction techniques, for improving forecast models
Lead and undertake subsequent forecast model improvement
Lead the implementation of feedback system for receiving Member State feedback on RIMES weather and climate products and services
Plan for and lead the implementation of model and system improvements, integrating feedback received

IT Support

Resolve complex computing support issues
Supervise and Ensure IT infrastructure and services at RIMES are in excellent working condition

Others

Prepare papers on new technologies and products developed, and publish in peer-reviewed journals
Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director, RIMES

Supervisory Responsibility:

Systems Research and Development Department

Immediate Supervisor:

Program Integrator, RIMES

RIMES promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Well-qualified applicants particularly women are encouraged to apply

Data analyst (TNSDMA office at Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India) at RIMES

April 1, 2024/in Job by list /by careercenter

Scope of Work:

Data analyst will report to Anshul Agarwal, RIMES Hydro met Team Lead, and work in the supervision of the Project coordinator, TNSMART, and in coordination with all team members shall have the following specific tasks:

Process time series and gridded datasets used in TNSMART.
Collect, and analyse data from the AWS, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, precipitation, and other parameters. Validate the data using manual observations for identifying data anomalies.
Validate the performance of NWP forecasts based on the available observation data. Provide statistical analysis, quality check and comparison of different datasets.
Recommend quality control measures to correct data errors as identified.
Monitor data transmission and communication to address any issues in real-time data sharing.
Generate and distribute regular weather reports and forecasts using AWS data to relevant
Prepare ad-hoc reports as requested by agencies, researchers, or the public.

Deliverables:

Activity

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Data monitoring

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Analyze data from weather satellites, radar systems, weather stations, and other sources to predict short-term and long-term weather conditions.

Quality assurance

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Monitoring any abnormalities and check with vendors

Documentation

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Documenting everyday activity

Report

generation

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Generating the weather reports from website

Qualifications

Knowledge

Bachelor degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Communication and
Knowledge of data processing and optimization techniques and data format Ability to handle big data files and bring them in common format.
Knowledge of cloud services and handling of servers and cloud storages will be an advantage.

Experience

At least 3 years of experience in data handling, analysis, visualization, etc.

Skills and abilities

Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation is important for extracting meaningful information from the collected weather data. This may involve using statistical methods, software tools, and programming languages commonly used in meteorological
Competence in using computer software for data processing and analysis is necessary. This may include software for visualisation, statistical analysis, and geographical information systems (GIS).
Familiarity with the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AWS equipment is This includes understanding sensor calibration, data transmission systems, and other technical aspects of the instrumentation will be an advantage.

Personal qualities

Excellent interpersonal skills; team-oriented work style; pleasant personality; strong desire to learn and undertake new challenges; a creative problem-solver; willingness to work hard; interest and experience in working in a multicultural environment.
Good communication (written, verbal, and presentation) skills in English.

Contract Duration

The contract will be for 1 year, subject to a 4-month probationary period, and annual performance review.

About RIMES

The Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Africa and Asia (RIMES) is an international and intergovernmental institution that is owned and managed by its 48 Member and Collaborating States for building capacities in the generation and application of user-relevant multi- hazard early warning information, for resources and risks management. RIMES was established on 30 April 2009 through the signing by collaborating countries of the RIMES regional cooperation agreement. RIMES was registered with the United Nations under Article 102 of the UN Charter on 1 July 2009. RIMES Headquarters operates from its regional early warning center, located at the campus of the Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani, Thailand.

RIMES’ purpose is to provide early warning services according to differing needs and demands of its Member States, for enhanced preparedness and response to, and mitigation of, natural hazards. Its specific objectives are:

Facilitate the establishment and maintenance of core regional observing and monitoring networks to ensure data availability for early warning;
Provide earthquake and tsunami services within the framework of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (IOC-UNESCO);
Support National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) for providing localized hydro-meteorological risk information within the framework of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO); and
Enhance warning response capacities at all levels (national to community) within each national early warning

RIMES provides a portfolio of options for Member States to avail from, or contribute to, any of these objectives.

Background

This introductory note is provided to enable you to understand the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA), its responsibilities and the administrative set up in which you are expected to integrate yourself for delivering the best of your services and enhance the effectiveness of the Organization.

TNSDMA has many Senior Policy Makers, Senior Administrators with rich experience of leading from the front during disasters and officials who tirelessly work on 24X7 basis, in preparedness, response, relief, reconstruction and mitigation. We value your individual Qualifications, expertise, knowledge and skills, but how you embed yourself in the above ecosystem as a Core team player will be more important to the Organization.

Organization

The Tamil Nadu Disaster Risk Reduction Agency (TNDRRA) is the Executive Agency of the Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority (TNSDMA).

The TNDRRA functions under the overall control of the Commissionerate of Revenue Administration and Disaster Management headed by the Additional Chief Secretary and Commissioner of Revenue Administration/ State Relief Commissioner. The TNDRRA is headed by the Director Disaster Management assisted by the Joint Director (Disaster Management) Assistant Commissioner (Recovery & Reconstruction), Assistant Commissioner (Natural Calamities) and Assistant Commissioner (Documentation and Media Relations)

The functions of TNDRRA are:

To act as the executive agency for the State Disaster Management Authority for coordinating the various Disaster Management related activities in the State at all
To guide and assist the District Administration in the rescue and relief
To act as a resource center for information, trained manpower, experts, NGOs and community-based
To undertake Capacity building, training and awareness relating to Disaster Management and
To provide technical assistance and consultancy services to the
To undertake research and development processes regarding causes for losses on account of natural disasters and to suggest remedial measures for minimizing the
To develop approach, philosophy, policy guidelines, management and action plans for managing disaster of any
To formulate and implement externally aided projects on disaster
To achieve the objects of the Society and to obtain funds for mitigation, risk reduction activities rehabilitation and settlement and to ensure optimum utilization of these funds obtained in the form of grant, aid, assistance or loan from Government of Tamil Nadu, Government of India, World Bank, ADB, USAID, DFID, IFRC, Donors, NGOs and from financial institutions, public and private trusts or any other
Management, Administration, Investment & Re-investment of funds out of sale proceeds received from the sale of land, buildings, equipment’s, furniture, fixtures, debris or any other things or articles or infrastructure

State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC)

The SEOC / Control Room is a 24-hour communication Center that disseminates all early warnings and alerts received from Indian Meteorological Department, Central Water Commission, Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services, and other authorities to state Authorities, District Collectors and with the associated line Departments of State Government. People requiring emergency assistance contact the SEOC by dialing the toll-free number 1070. The SEOC is equipped with modern communication equipment adequate manpower and material resources and it functions in close collaboration with 38 District Emergency Operation Centers, the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) New Delhi, District Collectors, Monitoring Officers other Disaster Warning agencies (National & State), Armed Forces, National Disaster Response Force, Tamil Nadu Disaster Response Force and Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services.

The SEOC has the following Communication and Decision Support Systems.

Emergency Response Support Services (ERSS) – a system that integrates “Dial 112 – Pan –India Single number” with the SEOC facilitated by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing –Trivandrum,
Integrated Common Alerting Protocol for communication of Disaster Alerts and Warnings, facilitated by the Center for Development of Telematics New
Integrated Flood Warning Systems for Chennai, TNSDMA- National Centre for Coastal Research Chennai collaborative Project
Real Time Flood Forecasting for Chennai Basins developed by SECON Consultancy Bengaluru as part of the Tamil Nadu Sustainable Urban Development Project

Multi Hazard Early Warning

The State Emergency Operation Centre is being upgraded with Multi Hazard Early Warning capabilities in tune with the Guidelines of the World Meteorological Organization.

Key activities:

Develop systems and modules utilizing the latest technological advances, building on the existing mechanisms to enable MHEWC to access, analyze and process all required data and information from various sources in the state, country, region and globe for proactive management of disasters in Tamil Nadu
To provide key domain experts and specialists to be housed at the Technical Cell of MHEWC and gradually build TNSDMA capacity with the skilled domain expertise to manage and sustain MHEWC – Provide necessary training and orientation to deployed officials/ experts at MHEWC for its effective functioning
Create an integrated solution for comprehensive risk management for all hazards in Tamil Nadu addressing sectoral risk management decision-making for all sectors that are sensitive to weather/ climate and other disasters.