National Disaster Management Authority Invites Applications for Senior Consultant (Disaster Database)

National Disaster Management Authority has released an official recruitment notification for the engagement of Senior Consultant (Disaster Database) on a contractual basis. Eligible Indian nationals possessing the required educational qualifications and professional experience in disaster data management, analytics, and database systems are invited to apply online through the NDMA portal.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Government of India, is the apex body responsible for disaster management policies, preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery initiatives across the country. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to India’s disaster risk reduction and resilience-building efforts through advanced data management and analytics.

The selected candidate will play a key role in managing disaster-related databases, coordinating with stakeholders, and supporting evidence-based disaster management planning.

Vacancy Details

Post Name

• Senior Consultant (Disaster Database)

Nature of Post

• Contractual

Total Vacancies

• 01 Post

Organization

• National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)

Job Location

• New Delhi, India

Salary Details

Remuneration

• Minimum: ₹1,25,000 per month
• Maximum: ₹1,75,000 per month

Salary will be regulated as per Ministry of Finance guidelines applicable to consultant engagements.

Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess any one of the following:

• Master’s Degree in:
  • Computer Applications (MCA)
  • Data Science
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Disaster Management
  • GIS

OR

• B.Tech / B.E. in:
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology

with a strong background in:

• Data Science
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Economics

Desirable Qualification

Preference will be given to candidates possessing:

• M.Phil. or Ph.D. in relevant fields
• Research experience
• Published research papers
• Specialized qualifications related to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
• Technical expertise in database management

Experience Requirements

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification relevant experience.
• Experience in disaster-related data management and analysis.
• Experience working with:
  • Government organizations
  • International agencies
  • Public sector institutions

Additional Requirements

Candidates should have experience in:

• Database design and management
• Multi-stakeholder coordination
• Data analytics and reporting
• Disaster information systems
• Data governance and monitoring

Strong written and spoken English communication skills are essential.

Age Limit

Maximum Age

• 50 Years

For Retired Government Employees

• Maximum Age: 62 Years

Retired officers from Level-13 (7th CPC) or equivalent positions with relevant experience may also apply.

Selection Process

The recruitment process may include:

• Application Screening
• Qualification Assessment
• Experience Evaluation
• Interview
• Document Verification

Selection will be based on suitability, qualifications, and professional experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply online through the official NDMA Job Portal.

Important Instructions

• Applications will be accepted only through the NDMA website.
• No other mode of application will be considered.
• Educational qualifications and experience will be verified with original documents.

Important Date

Last Date to Apply Online

• 20 Days from the Date of Publication of Advertisement on NDMA Website

Candidates are advised to submit applications well before the deadline.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with India’s apex disaster management authority
• Attractive remuneration up to ₹1.75 lakh per month
• National-level policy and data management exposure
• Meaningful contribution to disaster risk reduction initiatives
• Work with government and international stakeholders

Professionals with expertise in disaster data management, analytics, GIS, and database systems should consider applying for this prestigious opportunity.