Technical Expert

DURATION OF ASSIGNMENTThe consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) months on a full-time basis.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Technical expert in fire safety/fire risk assessment/fire risk mitigation/fire prevention and urban fire regulatory assessment for an upcoming project for the state Fire Service Department tasked with formulating and implementing more sustainable and resilient fire risk management strategies and improving departmental operational safety.Key Responsibilities- Comprehensive urban & rural fire risk assessment in the context of climate change and to define and analyse fire hazards, and establish priorities to improve preparedness. - Gap analysis of the State’s general fire and emergency management capacity (including manpower, machinery & equipment, infrastructure, training, etc.) to identify any discrepancies between the current state and desired state of preparedness and to provide concrete recommendations to close the capacity gaps. - To develop a State-level general fire management strategy and action plan that defines the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders, establishes coordination mechanisms, sets targets, and identifies budget needs for fire management activities. - Prepare and submit quarterly reports on KPI compliance, addressing performance gaps, and ensuring thorough documentation. - Participate in periodic review meetings with project stakeholders, presenting audit findings and plans for quality improvement. - Champion sustainability and safety initiatives. - Coordinate and facilitate prompt resolution of quality, compliance, and resolve issues as related to the scope of the consulting services, as they arise.Essential Qualifications & Experience- Graduate/Post Graduate in fire science, fire safety engineering, fire protection engineering, or equivalent from a recognised university. - Minimum five years’ experience in the following areas: fire safety, fire risk assessment, fire risk mitigation, fire prevention, urban fire regulatory assessment, public outreach, etc - Strong communication, capacity building training, and report-writing skills. - A proven track record in stakeholder engagement and managing multi-disciplinary project teams for the state government and international development organisation is required.Preferred Attributes- Experience in the preparation of comprehensive fire risk assessment reports, gap analysis reports, and strategy and business plan development reports. - Project experience in implementing innovative fire risk mitigation technologies (within the last five years) - Experience in developing a state-level fire management strategy (within the last five years)Contract Terms- Location: Technical expert role from Uttarakhand (state HQ) with regular travel to the districts covered. - Duration: The consultancy is for a period of twenty-four (24) monthsApplication ProcessInterested candidates should submit:- A detailed CV highlighting relevant experience and qualifications. - A cover letter explaining suitability for the role and experience related to the key responsibilities. - References from previous relevant assignments.Applications should be sent to EHI International via email to talent@ehii.in.EHII is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. EHII does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, or any other characteristic protected by applicable or local law.