INSTITUTE OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY SCIENCE jobs and careers

About INSTITUTE OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY SCIENCE

About Us The Institute of Disaster Management is a leading professional organization dedicated to promoting disaster risk reduction, safety science, and emergency management in Nigeria and globally. Our mission is to empower communities to build resilience against disasters through cutting-edge research, education, and training. Establishment and Authorization The Institute of Disaster Management was established in 2017 and obtained necessary authorizations and approvals from: - National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) - National Board for Technical Education(NBTE) as Awarding Body as Nigerian Skill Qualification (HSE) - Federal Ministry of Education - Federal Ministry of Justice and - Corporate Affairs Commission These approvals demonstrate our commitment to regulatory compliance and quality programs. Activities and Achievements Since its inception, the institute has been actively involved in various disaster management and safety science activities, including: - Advocacy campaigns - Flood disaster awareness - Safety risk awareness - Disaster risk awareness programs - Empowering youths in disaster management training Notably, the institute provided humanitarian assistance to victims of violent conflict in the Bwari Area Council on December 25, 2017, marking the beginning of its extensive engagement in disaster management activities and lots more spread across the nation. Global Response Efforts In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the institute trained over 200,000 persons worldwide on personal hygiene and preventing the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, demonstrating its capacity to respond to emerging global challenges. Membership and Certifications The institute boasts a network of over 2,000 professional members across Nigeria and global stage, with membership categories including: - Graduate Member - Associate Member - Full Member - Senior Member - Fellowship