Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) Coordinator

Improve local capacity to respond to explosive ordnance risks through training and preparedness.

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Overview

Improve local capacity to respond to explosive ordnance risks through training and preparedness.

You have:

  • A minimum 2 years of experience in Mine Action and in Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) is required.
  • A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with authorities, implementing partners, and other relevant stakeholders in monitoring Mine Action plans and projects is desirable.
  • Work experience in planning and implementing public policies, planning tools and emergency protocols is desirable.
  • Work experience with the UN Country Team, Local Humanitarian Architecture, or National/International Humanitarian NGOs is desirable.
  • Experience in the armed conflict context and data analysis or related areas is desirable.
  • Basic EORE certification is required.
  • Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is required for the position.
  • English and French are the working languages of the United Nations.

Contract

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Result of Service

Improved local capacity to respond to explosive ordnance (EO) risks in the department of Nariño through the implementation of the Mine Action Area of Responsibility work plan, including Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) related training for public officials, humanitarian workers, and communities, and enhanced emergency preparedness through updated EO response plans.

Work Location

Narino, Columbia

Expected duration

4 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the CMAP Chief, Mine Action Programme Colombia, the Local HMA Coordinator will undertake the following tasks: * Support local authorities (Local Office of the Inspector General, Local Ombudsman’s Office, regional governments, municipalities, local Victims’s Assistance Unit, among others) in developing emergency protocols for responding to EO accidents and victims . * Work with authorities, implementing partners, and other relevant stakeholders in monitoring the plans and projects related to Mine Action being carried out in the department. * Conduct Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) sessions to safeguard communities and carry out awareness sessions for public officials. * Provide guidance to survivors and their families on how to access the State’s Victims Pathway. * Support the structures of the humanitarian architecture (Local Coordination Team – LCTs, Protection Working Group – PWGs, etc.) in the territory on matters related to Mine Action. Coordinate the local Mine Action (MA) subgroup within the LCT, in collaboration with NGOs and humanitarian actors, to ensure the effective dissemination of safety information and resources. * Analyze the information related to the impact of Antipersonnel Mines and other explosive devices in the department for the drafting of reports and other documents . * Support and attend inter-agency field missions as required. * Support the preparation of project narrative reports. * Carry out any other tasks or activities related to the project, in line with the assigned role.

Qualifications/special skills

A minimum 2 years of experience in Mine Action and in Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) is required. A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with authorities, implementing partners, and other relevant stakeholders in monitoring Mine Action plans and projects is desirable. Work experience in planning and implementing public policies, planning tools and emergency protocols is desirable. Work experience with the UN Country Team, Local Humanitarian Architecture, or National/International Humanitarian NGOs is desirable. Experience in the armed conflict context and data analysis or related areas is desirable. Basic EORE certification

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is required for the position.

Additional Information

Candidates should list all work experience and diplomas in the relevant part of the application. Work experience and diplomas only mentioned in the cover letter will not be considered for screening purposes. Statements must include concrete start and end dates, detailed description of tasks and achievements and whether the experience was obtained in full-time or part-time. Candidates should note that eligibility and fees will be decided based on their submitted application only. There is no option to revise an application after submission. An appointment shall not be granted to a person who is the father, mother, son, daughter, brother, or sister, including step-parents, step-children, and step-siblings of a staff member.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in Mine Action and EORE? The interviewer wants to assess your practical experience in the field. Be specific about your past roles and the impact you had.
How have you worked with stakeholders in previous positions? This question gauges your collaboration and communication skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of how you developed emergency protocols. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What techniques have you used to educate communities about explosive ordnance risks? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with data analysis related to Mine Action. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that your reports are accurate and informative? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain a challenging situation you've faced in emergency preparedness? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to coordinate with various humanitarian actors? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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