Feb 26, 2023

Humanitarian Mine Action Demining Supervisor

Hiring Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC) 
Job Location: Kharkiv  , Ukraine


Base Salary: TBD
Ukraine Citizens Only

Summary:

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an international non-governmental organization, which promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world.

DRC is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic and action-oriented individual for the position of the Humanitarian Mine Action – Demining Supervisor based in Kharkiv oblast, for its growing Humanitarian Mine Action portfolio in Ukraine.

This role contributes and provides support and guidance to operations while observing Humanitarian Mine Action activities.
Main responsibilities

As the HMA Demining Supervisor, you will be responsible to provide a technical oversight of field operations and training of the Mine Action Programme, including safety and security, daily operational planning and implementation, and the direction and discipline of employed operational mine action personnel.Responsible for internal Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) for the teams assigned,
Provide liaison on technical questions with NMAC as necessary.
Supervise NTS/MMC/BAC DRC HDP Teams.
Supporting Quality Management Unit, Operation Manager and Technical Field Manager in refresher training to NTS/MMC/BAC team when necessary.
Assist the Technical Field Manager /Operations Manager in developing the project’s technical contribution to the national mine clearance capacity.
Develop and maintain the DRC HDP technical procedures for project operations in co-operation with the Technical Field Manager /Operations Manager , as per DRC HDP SOPs and approved National Mine Action Standards (NMAS
Assist theTechnical Field Manager /Operations Manager in maintaining the reporting mechanisms and producing proper records and reports on all aspects of technical operations. This includes daily/weekly/ monthly reporting.
Assist the Technical Field Manager /Operations Manager in the training of managerial staff where their tasks may require understanding of technical mine clearance policy or procedure.
Establish and maintain relationships at a technical level with all organizations (civil, commercial, military or humanitarian) involved in mine actions in the project area and keep TFM/OM informed
Pursue contacts with other mine action organizations throughout the country whenever possible. In order to be informed and to assist in informing the DRC of the status of ongoing or new technical initiatives in the mines sector.
Liaise with the NMAC External Quality Assurance section/Operational cell to ensure that all necessary checks are carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
Fully comply with the DRC Code of Conduct and ensure its implementation to all operational national staff.
Be familiar with IMAS, NMAS and procedures in relation to NTS/MMC/BAC
Be overall charge of all Demining operations in the field locations.
Carry out any other responsible task as directed by the Technical Field Manager or Operations Manager.

Experience and technical competencies:

Essential:
Certificate/Accreditation of participation in a Deminers Training and NTS by recognized INGO;
Knowledge of Manual Mine Clearance/Battle Area Clearance procedures,
Understanding of contamination size and problem in Ukraine
Minimum 2 years of professional experience with an HMA national or international organization.
Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Intermediate English proficiency.
Fluency in local languages.
Good organizational skills.
Good communicational skills.
Excellent ability to work in team

Desirables:
• MAS EOD Level 2 or above is an advantage.

Education:
High school education
Certificate of completed Deminers Training and NTS by recognized INGO;

Languages:
Fluent in Ukrainian/ Russian
Intermediate English language

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies: Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.



We offer
Contract length: 3 months with possibility of extension based on available funding.
Level G managerial
Start date: ASAP

The application is open for Ukraine citizens only. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff.

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