Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

The Danida Fellowship Centre learning programme will take

place in Denmark from 12 to 23 March, 2018.
Why this learning programme? There has been progress made in disaster risk reduction
According to the United Nations Global Assessment through the implementation of the Hyogo Framework for
Report on Disaster Risk Reduction (2015), there has been Action (2005–2015), but much remains to be achieved.
an increase in the number of disasters globally. In many The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction
developing countries, landlocked mountainous countries, 2015–2030 provides a roadmap for managing risks, while
and coastal areas climate change is further magnifying DRR is cross-cutting within the Sustainable Development
the impacts of disasters. Extreme weather and chang- Goals (SDGs) with DRR related targets in Goal 9: Industry,
ing climatic patterns, combined with a rapidly growing Innovation and Infrastructure, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities,
population, are having an increasing impact on our lives and Goal 13: Climate Action. There is a need for strategic
and livelihoods and the ecosystem as a whole. In the last planning principles and strategic management as well as
three decades, floods, storm surges, droughts, earth- budgets and budgeting procedures that acknowledge the
quakes, and wildfires have killed millions of people world- economic and social benefits of risk reduction. To address
wide and caused huge economic losses. These recurring this need, capacity building and training is essential at
disasters and increasing risks are undermining sustain- various levels, including for managers and disaster risk re-
able development globally. Unless disaster risks are duction (DRR) professionals to support DRR and enhance
reduced, sustainable development cannot be achieved. resilience.

The programme will provide the participants with:

The objective of the training is to introduce and discuss the concepts of disaster risk reduction and its management to
managers and planners to help them to:
• Understand the concept of DRR and the terminology used in relation to risk, vulnerability and hazards
• Argue for the importance of, and reasons for, incorporating DRR measures in national and sector policies, budgeting,
planning and execution
• Recognize the complex relationship between disaster and development and the cycle of disaster risk reduction from
prevention and mitigation to response and recovery activities
• Understand the need to conduct risk reduction processes for development programmes and mainstream DRR into
development planning, programmes, and budgeting
• Understand the underlying risks and their drivers and develop effective strategies and mechanisms for disaster risk
reduction
• Become familiar with the importance of vulnerability and risk assessment, scientific and technical advancements and
early warning systems to reduce risk and increase resilience
• Understand how knowledge and information management can sustain informed decision making for managing dis-
aster risk and why it is essential for coordinated action

The course will consist of four modules with the work on participants’ action plans as a cross-cutting element:

• Module 1: Introduction to the learning programme and action planning

• Module 2: Introduction to DRR
• Module 3: Hazards, risks and vulnerabilities
• Module 4: DRR and governance
Learning approach Action Plan and to complete a short e-learning course in
The learning programme aims at inspiring participants action-planning before coming to Denmark.
on how to mainstream disaster risk reduction measures
in planning and governance of national and local pro- During the stay in Denmark, the programme will include
grammes. a limited number of keynote presentations. The major
part of the programme will, however, involve visits to
This will be achieved through a blend of training ap- public authorities, utilities, and private companies where
proaches, including compulsory e-learning activities disaster risk reduction approaches can be experienced
before coming to Denmark, as well as the implementation first-hand. Working in groups the participants will prepare
of an Action Plan after the return. The participants will for the visits by discussing and agreeing on learning goals.
develop the Action Plan during the learning programme; Following the visits they will reflect on lessons learned
it will focus on supporting a implementation of disaster and draw conclusions regarding the potential for imple-
risk reduction measures in the work at the home organi- menting the ideas, concepts and technologies in their
sation. Participants are required to consider ideas for their home organisations

Structure and content of the learning programme

The learning programme is divided in three main phases:

The learning programme is divided in three main phases:

1. February 12th – March 11th 2018: E-learning activities relating to action planning: This activity will take place be-
fore the stay in Denmark. Participation is compulsory and a pre-requisite for participating in phase 2 in Denmark.
2. March 12th – 23rd 2018: Two weeks with face-to-face instructions, case-based learning and outings in Denmark.
Includes presentations and site visits related to DRR.
3. March 24th – September 2018: Implementation of the Action Plan in the home organisation. The implementation
will be the responsibility of the participants in close partnership with their home organisation.

Target group and application criteria cants must fill in the application form ‘Fellowship Applica-
The target group includes policy and decision-makers tion Form’ which may be downloaded from DFC’s website.
and staff from government, civil society and private The filled-in form must be sent by mail directly to the
sector working with disaster risk reduction. Selection of responsible desk officer at the Royal Danish Embassy. The
participants will be carried out by DFC and NIRAS based final selection of candidates will be carried out by DFC and
on incoming applications. It is a requirement that the the study place.
applicants’ organisations are involved in or affiliated with
a Danish supported development programme or project. Deadline for submitting the Fellowship Application form
Furthermore, the applicants must be endorsed by their to the Royal Danish Embassy is 20 December, 2017.
organisation. If possible, we welcome two or more partic-
ipants from each organisation, as it facilitates the work Learning programme fee
with the action plan and strengthens the learning process The learning programme is co-funded by Danida Fellow-
during the work in the home office. Good working knowl- ship Centre. Participants’ organizations will be charged
edge of English is required. DKK 7,000 per study week in Denmark. The funding
needed for this learning pro-gramme is DKK 14,000 per
Application procedure participant. This covers study fee, e-learning course,
Application procedures must follow the procedures accommodation, allowances and international travel and
stipulated in “Guidelines for Danida Fellowships”, which insurances.
is available at DFC’s website (www.dfcentre.com). Appli-
Further information
For questions regarding the content and implementation of the learning programme please contact the Manager of
this learning programme, Ms Sine Skov: [email protected]

Programme management & tutors

Ms Sine Skov (M.Sc. Geography) has wide knowledge on general climate change mitigation and adaptation issues.
With more than 10 years’ work experience she has proven skills as a trainer and facilitator from previous DFC learning
programmes and as invited climate change trainer on other occasions. She has acted as a facilitator on study tours and
training activities since 2005 and she is the HRD director for the International Business Unit in NIRAS.

Ms Lisbet Rhiannon Hansen (M.Sc. Human Security, M.A Geography) has a broad knowledge in environment, climate,
disaster and conflict analysis with a specific interest in adaptation and risk reduction. She works as a Project Manager
and Consultant in NIRAS’ International Water department. Before joining NIRAS she worked with community based
adaptation to climate change in the Seychelles, as well as with the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR).

Danida Fellowship Centre and NIRAS in brief

Danida Fellowship Centre has contracted NIRAS to develop and implement the learning programme.

What is Danida Fellowship Centre?

Danida Fellowship Centre (DFC) manages and implements supplies support of capacity development in Danida’s pro-
grammes and projects worldwide. DFC is responsible for the educational, administrative and practical aspects of the
training. Further information at www.dfcentre.com.

What is NIRAS?
NIRAS is one of the largest consulting engineering companies in Denmark and has 2,100 employees. The company
provides services within the fields of agriculture, forestry, environment, renewable energy, energy efficiency, climate
change adaptation, building and industry, civil works, social sciences and transport. NIRAS operates worldwide and has
subsidiaries in a number of countries in Africa, Asia and Europe. Further information at www.niras.com.

NIRAS DFC
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