DanChurchAid (DCA) is looking for Mine Action Technical Field Lead for DR Congo

DanChurchAid (DCA) is currently looking for an experienced Humanitarian Mine Action Technical Advisors to DCA Mine Action Programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
DCA DRC seeks to support community based and integrated deliverables through a combination of activities including EOD, Survey and Clearance, Risk Education, Livelihood, Protection, and Shelter activities.

As Technical Advisor you will be part of developing, planning, managing, quality assurance and reporting on DCA mine action activities as well as maintaining, building, and strengthening close coordination with other humanitarian program activities and colleagues. Ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in operations as well as ensuring good communication with relevant authorities and partners are key elements for the position. The Technical Advisor supports operations of an innovative and diverse programme that works closely with national mine action authorities, local authorities, and communities as well as with UNMAS and other mine action actors. The HMA programme is supported by international donors with national and international staff.

You are interested in collaborating with relevant staff on ensuring that DCA’s MA programme is integrated into a larger humanitarian response. The position is therefore mainly based in the field. The Technical Advisor refers daily to the DCA DRC Operations Manager, who has overall oversight of the Humanitarian Mine Action programme in DRC.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure that all mine action operations are implemented in accordance with the National Mine Action Strategy and national SOPs.
• Provide technical support and guidance of field operations, including training, internal quality assurance, safety, and security as well as daily operational planning and implementation.
• Ensure compliance of all mine action operations and reporting to line manager.
• Liaise with national authorities.
• Supervision and guidance of operations staff.
• Ensure timely, efficient, and effective implementation of high-quality operations.
• Support in the development of operations plans for on-going activities.
• Coordinate with other components of the country programme along with procurement, finance, HR, and Admin units as part of the country office.
• Stay informed and current on new techniques, manuals and devices relating to Humanitarian Mine Action.
• Prepare well written and quality inputs for progress and annual reports.

Your profile

• Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) qualifications or International Mine Action Standard (IMAS) equivalent (EOD 3+), with certificates.
• Knowledge and experience of EOD, and ERW clearance methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience of search methodologies and ground sign awareness.
• Instructor or mentor qualifications a plus; experience training and mentoring national staff in EOD and Search techniques, including preparation and execution of structured training courses to IMAS standards.
• Previous experience in Humanitarian Mine Action organizations is desirable, including knowledge of IMSMA forms.
• Strong leadership, team building and communication skills.
• Have a calm and sensitive disposition as well as a well-developed diplomacy, liaison, and public relations skills.
• Understanding of the humanitarian principles linked to NGO field and operations contexts.
• Experience working in remote and insecure field locations.
• Flexibility and cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Regional experience is desirable.
• Computer literacy essential including proficiency in Word, Power Point and Excel.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
• Good written and spoken French is highly desirable.

We offer:

• A one-year renewable contract
• Non-family posting based in Goma, DRC with frequent in-country travel
• A competitive salary package
• Competitive and generous leave and R&R package
• Insurance as per industry standards
• An opportunity to make a difference in a challenging environment and improve the lives of people living in conflict and poverty.

Qualified and interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. Only applications in English and consisting as a minimum of a CV, EOD / EOD 3+ certifications, and a cover letter will be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that only applications submitted through our recruitment system will be considered: https://www.danchurchaid.org/join-us/jobs/international-vacancies. Everyone applying for a job with DCA must be ready to comply with our Code of Conduct, Staff Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment policy, Child Safeguarding policy and Counter-Terrorism policy.

Closing date of application is 25 March 2024.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and DCA reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the closing date.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. The interviews with the shortlisted candidates are expected to take place the week following the closing date. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a written test prior to the interview. Initial interviews will take place using Teams.

For further information please contact via email, Anders Kolind ([email protected]).

Department: DanChurchAid

Deadline: 31 May 2024

Location: Folkekirkens Nødhjælp/DanChurchAid Goma, Congo