Humanitarian Mine Action Officer (NTS/EORE Officer)

Overview

The role leads the planning, coordination, and implementation of Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) activities and oversees Non-Technical Survey (NTS) operations.

Tasks Summary

• Planning and coordination of NTS/EORE team activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on the context, including types of Explosive Ordnance (EO) contamination.
• Lead implementation of NTS field processes.
• Analyze collected evidence and assess confidence levels of different information sources.
• Define initial boundaries of Suspected and Confirmed Hazardous Areas (SHA/CHA).
• Make recommendations for land cancellation based on evidence.
• Prepare comprehensive NTS reports including maps, photos and coordinates.
• Build relationships with community leaders and local authorities.
• Manage community expectations for clearance operations and respond to complaints/concerns.
• Conduct community needs assessments.
• Lead implementation of Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) processes.
• Organize and conduct direct and online EORE sessions for adults, adolescent, and children.
• Conduct EORE Training of Trainers (TOT) for local stakeholders.
• Maintain the safety of the NTS/EORE team during field visits.
• Maintain working relations and regular communications with security stakeholders.
• Complete basic EORE/NTS documentation accurately and upload data and supporting documentation into the information management system.
• Liaise with DRC Humanitarian Demining, Victim Assistance, and other DRC sectors.
• Support procurement efforts, including developing the required documentation.
• Support NTS/EORE Assistants in their work, contribute to their capacity development.
• Comply with all SOP and TMP, flagging issues with its implementation to Supervisors.

Experience Requirements

• At least 2 years NTS or EORE experience.
• Experience working with authorities, diverse communities, including children and adolescents.

Qualification Requirements

Higher education.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluent in Ukrainian language; basic English skills.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 3-month probation period, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance.

Work Modality:

Remuneration: Salary and conditions will be set in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national staff.