DanChurchAid Careers in South Sudan

DanChurchAid Mine Action Technical Advisor Careers in South Sudan

Mine Action Technical Advisor

DanChurchAid (DCA) invites applications for an experienced Technical Advisor to manage the operations of one MTT (Multi Task Team) of the South Sudan Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) programme. This is a non-family position based in Juba, South Sudan.

The South Sudan HMA and Safer Communities program is a well funded program with a 6-7 years footprint in country. The activities range from HMA disciplines like manual mine clearance, battle area clearance, non-technical survey and CMD spot tasks over risk education and capacity building of national staff to Safer Communities programs such as armed violence reduction.

A number of DCA’s Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) and landmine clearance programmes are facing a very different complexity of threat than previously seen. We therefore need the right person with proven qualifications and up to date competencies in all facets of EOD to join our programme —someone who wants an opportunity to put these skills into practice in conflict areas, where he/she can really make a difference.

As Technical Advisor, you report to the DCA Operation Manager directly. He/she will work in a potentially hostile and arduous environment, where there is a need to demonstrate a positive and self-motivated attitude. Conditions such as these require a level head, attention to detail, a willingness to develop and implement HMA projects that reflect community needs in innovative ways and a willingness to oversee and if needed help develop appropriate Standard Operational Procedures.

If you have all of these compentencies, and you are looking for an opportunity to continue your career with a highly regarded NGO and apply your skills and qualifications in a role that helps communities save lives, then we would love to talk to you.

You must demonstrate the following competencies:

Security awareness

Logical thinking

Strong Coordination, planning and management focus

Strong leadership and team building

Team spirit

Sound judgement

Willingness to learn new skills

Flexibility and cultural awareness

Computer literacy essential including proficiency in excel, word, power point etc.

Fluency in English is a must and a working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage

You must have

the following qualifications:

EOD level 3 or 3+ qualification is required (NATO standard or IMAS equivalent) with certificates from organisations that can demonstrate compliance with those standards

Minimum 5 years International experience in Mine Action or equivalent recent (within the last two years) experience in military or police service dealing with mine action operations with civilian communities

Knowledge and experience of EOD/ERW clearance methodologies and implementation is essential. The successful applicant will need to show currency of competency in this area

Experience in protection/AVR and PSS project implementation is an advantage

As Technical Advisor, you will have the following overall responsibilities:

Operate in accordance with the country specific SOP & be prepared to develop appropriate SOP (under overall approval of DCA Operational Manager) if required

Provide technical oversight of relevant field operations of the Multi Task Team within the programme for which he/she is responsible, including training, safety and security, daily operational planning and implementation

Operate as a part of the senior management team

The direction and discipline of your operational team staff, including locally employed operational and administrative personnel under his/her control.

Stay informed and current on new techniques, manuals and devices relating to Humanitarian Mine Action

Implement quality management systems that support efficient and effective operations on the Multi Task Team.

Implement and report on Operations in a timely fashion

DCA offers:

Contract starting as soon as possible.

A competitive salary package, R&R, 30 days of annual leave

Good colleagues in a rewarding and empowering work place

Insurance as per industry standards

An interesting and challenging experience addressing humanitarian needs

When applying, you are kindly requested to attach a copy of relevant certificates, together with your CV and motivation letter that clearly demonstrates experience of competencies as required. Please note all qualifications will be verified.

Please indicate in your motivation letter your availability to commence in South Sudan in September.

Qualified candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic affiliation are encouraged to apply for the vacancy.

Deadline for applications is August 20. Initial Skype interviews will take place the following week.

How to apply:
To apply online, please go to "get involved" at www.danchurchaid.org