Employer: UNOPS
Location: Mali
Closing date: 11 Dec 2019
On behalf of Support to MINUSMA Project and under the overall management of the UNMAS Chief of Operations, the Explosive Threat Mitigation Officer, will be responsible for all aspects of Explosive Threat Mitigation and Mine Action related activities carried out by UNMAS Implementing Partners. S/he will also be responsible for providing technical expertise to MINUSMA, UNMAS Management and Implementing Partners when required.
Summary of Key Functions:
Oversee all aspects of mine action related activities carried out by staff under your supervision and control
Implement and monitor technical, international and national safety standards
Ensure close and effective interaction and coordination of the integral aspects of mine action, such as Mine Victim Support and Explosive Threat Risk Education
When requested, act as the Investigating Officer for Detailed Independent Investigations or Boards of Inquiry for Mine/ERW/IED Accidents or incidents
Debrief mine action (MA) organizations and other implementing partners on quality assurance (QA) achievements and QA assessments and ensure that all QA assessment data is captured through the appropriate QA documentation and QA tracker
Provide guidance on any specific corrective actions to be taken by organizations, following an inspection, which finds a critical non-conformity
Ensure proper maintenance of documentation for all inspected land
Ensure proper storage of explosives in accordance with national and international guidelines and ensure control and security of explosives that are used by implementing mine action organisations within the area of responsibility
Develop and conduct training, and manage the quality of training on Landmine clearance, ERW clearance and IED Threat Mitigation as required
Implement QA management systems and ensure that the systems are being applied in a fair and equitable manner, and that accreditation, licensing and monitoring does not interrupt or delay MA projects
Conduct routine on-site QA of MA organization operations and as part of the accreditation process
Stay abreast of the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS), International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG’s) and United Nations Improvised Explosive Device Disposal Standards (UN IEDD Standards); ensure that MA Organization Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in line with international standards.
As directed by the Regional Area Coordinator (or equivalent) , coordinate, facilitate and prioritize all operational tasking for projects within the area of responsibility
Oversee and coordinate the implementation, execution and completion of all Explosive Threat Mitigation related operations for projects within the area of responsibility, with a special emphasis on operations conducted by the mission EOD/IEDD assets
Conduct quality control on all Explosive Threat Mitigation training and mentorship carried out by contracted trainers and mentors to the benefit of project personnel, civilian and military
Support the collection of data and the management of information
Provide advice and input into the development of strategic and procedural documents related to EOD/IEDD matters in support to project
Support programmatic, project and operation planning and activities through the provision of IED analysis.
Specific Responsibilities
As directed by the Regional Area Coordinator (or equivalent), coordinate efforts in the area of capacity building relations in mine action and against the risks posed by explosive threats (ERW, and IED) in accordance with the approved project work plan
Ensure interaction and maintain close and effective coordination with relevant national military on the strengthening of capacities for mine action and against the risks posed by explosive hazards
Provide advisory support and technical assistance for capacity assessment elements of relevant national military units
Provide advisory support and technical assistance to relevant national military units in matters of information management (compilation and reporting of incidents / interventions)
Conduct quality control on formal training carried out by International Forces, Internal national military or contracted training personnel, to selected national military personnel
Provide mentorship to selected national military personnel as part of formal training validation and on the job training
Other Duties
Oversee the operational management of the client office in absence of the Regional Area Coordinator
Depending on the role which this position will be assigned to within the project administration setup in a specific country/programme (i.e. office structure, DOAs, OneUNOPS functions, segregation of duties, etc.), the incumbent will have responsibilities determined by UNOPS rules and regulations embodied in its regulatory framework – Organizational Directives, Administrative Instructions and other documents as periodically issued and updated by UNOPS. Reporting lines with regards to compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations are ultimately to Director of UNOPS Mine Action Centre through the respective Portfolio Manager. In addition, division of responsibilities when it comes to administrative processes in support of the programme objectives will be as determined for each country office and confirmed in writing by UNOPS Director of Mine Action Centre
Perform other tasks as directed by the Programme Manager and Chief of Operations.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
a. Education:
Master Degree or equivalent in International Peace and Security, Humanitarian Affairs, International Affairs, Peacebuilding, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related field with 5 years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor Degree or equivalent in International Peace and Security, Humanitarian Affairs, International Affairs, Peacebuilding, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related field with 7 years of relevant experience OR
11 years of experience in the management of operations within a recognized military, police, humanitarian mine action organization, development organization, or other relevant field experience
b. Certifications
Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) certification from an accredited military or civilian organization is required
c. Work Experience
Relevant experience is defined as experience in operations management in a military setting, police setting, humanitarian mine action setting, development setting, or other relevant field experience
3 years experience in management of operations in humanitarian mine action, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), or IEDD is required
Experience in training or capacity building is desired
d. Languages
Fluency in English OR French (read, write and speak) is required
HOW TO APPLY:
On website: https://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=18864#3
Closing date: 11 Dec 2019
On behalf of Support to MINUSMA Project and under the overall management of the UNMAS Chief of Operations, the Explosive Threat Mitigation Officer, will be responsible for all aspects of Explosive Threat Mitigation and Mine Action related activities carried out by UNMAS Implementing Partners. S/he will also be responsible for providing technical expertise to MINUSMA, UNMAS Management and Implementing Partners when required.
Summary of Key Functions:
Oversee all aspects of mine action related activities carried out by staff under your supervision and control
Implement and monitor technical, international and national safety standards
Ensure close and effective interaction and coordination of the integral aspects of mine action, such as Mine Victim Support and Explosive Threat Risk Education
When requested, act as the Investigating Officer for Detailed Independent Investigations or Boards of Inquiry for Mine/ERW/IED Accidents or incidents
Debrief mine action (MA) organizations and other implementing partners on quality assurance (QA) achievements and QA assessments and ensure that all QA assessment data is captured through the appropriate QA documentation and QA tracker
Provide guidance on any specific corrective actions to be taken by organizations, following an inspection, which finds a critical non-conformity
Ensure proper maintenance of documentation for all inspected land
Ensure proper storage of explosives in accordance with national and international guidelines and ensure control and security of explosives that are used by implementing mine action organisations within the area of responsibility
Develop and conduct training, and manage the quality of training on Landmine clearance, ERW clearance and IED Threat Mitigation as required
Implement QA management systems and ensure that the systems are being applied in a fair and equitable manner, and that accreditation, licensing and monitoring does not interrupt or delay MA projects
Conduct routine on-site QA of MA organization operations and as part of the accreditation process
Stay abreast of the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS), International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG’s) and United Nations Improvised Explosive Device Disposal Standards (UN IEDD Standards); ensure that MA Organization Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are in line with international standards.
As directed by the Regional Area Coordinator (or equivalent) , coordinate, facilitate and prioritize all operational tasking for projects within the area of responsibility
Oversee and coordinate the implementation, execution and completion of all Explosive Threat Mitigation related operations for projects within the area of responsibility, with a special emphasis on operations conducted by the mission EOD/IEDD assets
Conduct quality control on all Explosive Threat Mitigation training and mentorship carried out by contracted trainers and mentors to the benefit of project personnel, civilian and military
Support the collection of data and the management of information
Provide advice and input into the development of strategic and procedural documents related to EOD/IEDD matters in support to project
Support programmatic, project and operation planning and activities through the provision of IED analysis.
Specific Responsibilities
As directed by the Regional Area Coordinator (or equivalent), coordinate efforts in the area of capacity building relations in mine action and against the risks posed by explosive threats (ERW, and IED) in accordance with the approved project work plan
Ensure interaction and maintain close and effective coordination with relevant national military on the strengthening of capacities for mine action and against the risks posed by explosive hazards
Provide advisory support and technical assistance for capacity assessment elements of relevant national military units
Provide advisory support and technical assistance to relevant national military units in matters of information management (compilation and reporting of incidents / interventions)
Conduct quality control on formal training carried out by International Forces, Internal national military or contracted training personnel, to selected national military personnel
Provide mentorship to selected national military personnel as part of formal training validation and on the job training
Other Duties
Oversee the operational management of the client office in absence of the Regional Area Coordinator
Depending on the role which this position will be assigned to within the project administration setup in a specific country/programme (i.e. office structure, DOAs, OneUNOPS functions, segregation of duties, etc.), the incumbent will have responsibilities determined by UNOPS rules and regulations embodied in its regulatory framework – Organizational Directives, Administrative Instructions and other documents as periodically issued and updated by UNOPS. Reporting lines with regards to compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations are ultimately to Director of UNOPS Mine Action Centre through the respective Portfolio Manager. In addition, division of responsibilities when it comes to administrative processes in support of the programme objectives will be as determined for each country office and confirmed in writing by UNOPS Director of Mine Action Centre
Perform other tasks as directed by the Programme Manager and Chief of Operations.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
a. Education:
Master Degree or equivalent in International Peace and Security, Humanitarian Affairs, International Affairs, Peacebuilding, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related field with 5 years of relevant experience OR
Bachelor Degree or equivalent in International Peace and Security, Humanitarian Affairs, International Affairs, Peacebuilding, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related field with 7 years of relevant experience OR
11 years of experience in the management of operations within a recognized military, police, humanitarian mine action organization, development organization, or other relevant field experience
b. Certifications
Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) certification from an accredited military or civilian organization is required
c. Work Experience
Relevant experience is defined as experience in operations management in a military setting, police setting, humanitarian mine action setting, development setting, or other relevant field experience
3 years experience in management of operations in humanitarian mine action, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), or IEDD is required
Experience in training or capacity building is desired
d. Languages
Fluency in English OR French (read, write and speak) is required
HOW TO APPLY:
On website: https://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=18864#3