Non-Technical Survey / Explosive Ordnance Risk Education Manager

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. 

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

DRC Syria

DRC has been actively operating in Syria since 2008 mainly supporting refugees. In June 2012, DRC was authorized by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to expand its humanitarian efforts and provide assistance to IDPs and the vulnerable resident population countrywide. Since then, DRC activities have been focused on NFI distributions, Shelter, WASH, Protection, Education, Livelihoods and Mine Risk Education in six Governorates (Damascus, Rural Damascus, Dara'a, Aleppo, Hama, and Homs). While Protection/community service activities are provided to beneficiaries throughout our Community Centers.

About the job:

The NTS/EORE Manager supervises combined non-technical survey (NTS), community liaison (CL) and explosive ordnance risk education (EORE) teams and implements the survey and risk education activities in Syria in accordance with International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) and DRC standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Her/his objectives are to lead the DRC’s work in mapping explosive ordnance (EO) contamination by identifying, marking, recording, reporting and cancelling hazardous areas though NTS, while raising awareness of explosives threats, and instilling safe behaviors through delivery of EORE in local communities affected by EO.

The results of successful fulfilment of this role include (1) reduced risk taking behaviour in affected communities; (2) knowledge of locations of suspected and confirmed hazardous areas; (3) enabling of safe returns of communities and releasing of land for productive use; (4) reduction in the number of EO accidents and casualties; thus (5) enhancing the resilience of Syrian communities.

Responsibilities:

Staff training and supervision

• Conduct training for NTS/EORE surveyors/facilitators and identified key people in communities.
• Conduct refresher training as required to ensure the skills of the NTS/EORE teams match the IMAS requirements.
• Supervise NTS/EORE teams and ensure that activities are carried out in the field as tasked, safely and diligently.
• Ensure that NTS/EORE teams are equipped necessary tools and equipment to carry out designated activities.

Planning, monitoring & quality management

• Initiate, plan and coordinate NTS/EORE in targeted communities.
• Coordinate and lead needs assessment, baseline surveys and data collection in the field.
• Analyse data on contamination collected by NTS/EORE teams and provide reports on hazardous areas.
• Conduct regular Quality Assurance (QA).

Coordination

• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of NTS/EORE activities.
• Maintain good communication with UNMAS Syria, mine action centres (once established), other mine action actors and partner organisations.
• Maintain good relationships with other mine action actors in the area including to ensure up-to-date coordination and sharing of knowledge.

Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly work plans.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reporting.
• Ensure that all reports from the field are properly completed and submitted in a timely fashion.
• Ensure timely and high-quality reporting to the HMA Operations Manager and UNMAS Syria coordination mechanism.
• Undertake any other tasks as required by HMA Operations Manager.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EORE and NTS within humanitarian mine action (HMA) programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of training and management of NTS and Community Liaison activities.
• Excellent knowledge of IMAS and standard operating procedures (SOPs) applicable to NTS, CL and EORE.
• Knowledge of EO encountered in Syria and understanding of military operations and tactics.
• Knowledge of land and building clearance methodologies and demining tools and equipment.
• Experience in information analysis, IMSMA and Base Camp Garmin (or similar GIS software) systems.
• Excellent discipline with the ability to follow direct instructions.
• Team player with exemplary planning, reporting, communication and social skills.
• Well organized, proactive, flexible and trustworthy.
• Ability to work away from home within remote environments for extended periods of time.
• Valid driving license.
• EOD IMAS Level 2 qualified (desirable) with experience in implementing clearance operations (desirable).
• Prior experience working within INGO (desirable).

Languages

• Fluent in English both spoken and written.
• Knowledge of Arabic is desirable 

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:  

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.  
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.  
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.  
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.  
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

We offer:

Contract length: one year (Extension based on performance and funds)

Level: Management – F1

Location: Damascus – Syria (With countrywide travel)

Expected Start date: May 2025

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking the below link:

Non-Technical Survey / Explosive Ordnance Risk Education Manager - Application Form

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close on 09th of April-2025

Need further information?

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.org