Crisis Operations Specialist

Conducts professional research and analysis to advise on strategies, plans, and guidance for use in international assistance crisis operations policies, programs, or operational functions;Takes part in creating plans, methods, guidelines, and strategies for putting crisis operations programs and/or operational tasks into action;Supports thorough evaluations of ongoing programs and operational tasks to ensure the organization is meeting its goals during crisis operations and addressing issues impacting program effectiveness;Identifies and solves major obstacles to plan for future international crisis programs and operations;Takes an active role in developing policies and guidance for programs and/or operations addressing crises, while actively collaborating with other departments to ensure coordination in areas related to the area of expertise; andFosters and cultivates professional relationships and information networks with partners at all levels of government, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, host nation governments, and other groups to ensure effective crisis operations.