Humanitarian Mine Action Officer

1 month ago

Mubi, Nigeria Danish Refugee Council Full time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

DRC has been operating in Kenya since 2005, where we assist refugees and displacement-affected communities by implementing protection and livelihoods activities that increase their self-reliance and expand opportunities for a dignified life. DRC works in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps, as well as in Nairobi and Mombasa to assist urban-based refugees.

JOB SUMMARY

Qualifications University Degree or equivalent in Education, Social Sciences, or any other relevant field. Certificate/Accreditation of participation in a Non-Technical Survey Training by a recognized INGO. Certificate/Accreditation of participation in an EORE (or similar) Training by a recognized INGO. Experience living and working in a cross-cultural, multi-sector team environment, especially Northeast Nigeria Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. Ability to gather information using new technologies and Apps. Previous experience in conducting interviews and surveys. At least 3 years of proven previous experience in NTS and EORE. Fluency in English and Hausa (and/or Higgi , Marghi) Excellent planning and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent ability to work in a team.Desirable: Good Knowledge of local communities in Adamawa State. Excellent Computer skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the HMA team leader in the identification of areas for NTS processes. Assist the HMA team leader and the HMA manager in the planning of NTS & EORE tasks when required. Identify and mobilize targeted communities for NTS tasks base on reported suspected hazardous areas.  Implement NTS & EORE processes in compliance with relevant SOPs and guidelines, including desk research, individual interviews, focus group discussions, key stakeholder interviews, and reporting Provide basic risk education to affected communities and recommend more advanced risk education intervention by the Risk Education team whenever needed. Conduct explosive ordnance risk education activities and sessions as required. Deliver EORE training alongside other DRC/HDP activities in the communities, ensuring close coordination, collaboration, and programmatic synergies. Be familiar with and follow all safety SOPs in DRC Nigeria and communicate any change on the security situation to the Team Leader and DRC Safety unit. Establish and maintain working relations with local authorities and communities. Carry out all other responsibilities included in the approved NTS and EORE SOPs. The responsibilities listed in the JD are not exhaustive and may be readjusted according to operational needs but will remain in line with the overall purpose of the role.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Programme management, Quality management, Risk analysis, Research and development, Technical support, Social sciences

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree

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