Technical Field Manager

Wars and armed conflicts come to an end; however, the remnants of war continue to terrorize millions of people for decades to follow. Department for Mine Action and Disarmament’s (DMAD) vision is a world where people and communities are safe, resilient and protected before, during and after armed conflict. Together with national authorities and other stakeholders, we are working to resolve problems faced by local communities caused by landmines and other explosive remnants of war. Currently NPA has 20 DMAD Programmes ongoing in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Balkans and the Middle East.

NPA is looking for a new Technical Field Manager for our programme in Syria. NPA is currently in its operational inception phase by means of recruitment, training and deployment of national multi-skilled staff who will conduct survey and clearance of EO contaminated areas. Moreover, the teams will provide rapid response field capacity in support of UN agencies and other humanitarian actors. The proposed activities will also support broader efforts towards early recovery within Government controlled areas.

We offer

• An opportunity to manage and build-up field operation in a programme from an early phase.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to the protection of civilians from explosive weapons in Syrian Arab Republic.
• Comprehensive salary package including country specific allowances and insurance scheme.
• Five weeks’ annual holiday plus one additional week off for expats.
• Three international flights home per contract year.
• An attractive R&R system to compensate for hardship and extra workload whilst in country.

Please note that we offer a two-year contract* with the possibility of renewal. The salary and allowances are subject to income tax according to NPA’s Tax Policy. The working conditions, including annual leave, follow the Norwegian Working Environment Act.

Requirements

• Minimum IMAS EOD L3 or equivalent military certification, with at least 3 years of operational experience in mine action NGO or commercial sector.
• Experience with mine action operations including land release (NTS, TS, mine clearance and BAC) and building clearance.
• Experience of leading, motivating and managing a diverse team of people.
• Technical knowledge of mines/EO and clearance techniques, including new developments.
• Good knowledge of IMAS and the land release principles in a Humanitarian Mine Action programme.
• Experience of conducting formal or informal training and transfer of skills to others.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Good numeracy and IT skills.
• Experience with clearance of mines of an improvised nature is desirable.
• Written and verbal proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.

Personal Qualifications

• Ability to work in a structured, accurate and efficient way.
• Good cultural, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong integrity and work ethics (leading by example) and excellent organizational skills with the ability to plan and coordinate activities often with tight deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to work and live under stressful and hazardous conditions.

What you will do

• Fully responsible for the day-to-day management of assigned mine action operations, including land release (NTS, TS, mine clearance and BAC) and building clearance.
• Assist and support the Operations Manager in planning, developing and ensuring an overall safe execution of all NPA technical activities within the country of operation.
• Maintain and implement an operational QM system.
• Contribute to methodology development.

Instructions for applying

Please apply by the 21st of November 2022 at the latest.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. When you apply for a job in Norwegian People’s Aid, you will be treated objectively. We focus on diversity and inclusion, and strive to minimize any potential biases throughout our recruitment processes. You will hear from us within two weeks after the application deadline.

We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Anti-Corruption Policy before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct.

*Validity of the offer and contract depends on satisfactory medical certificate, full vaccination, valid travel visa and necessary permits for service and residency in the country of service. The offer and contract also depend on donor funding and might be subject to donor approval.