International Technical Field Manager (3positions)

Contract

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The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is an independent international non-governmental organization, working in 40+ countries throughout the world, and our primary mandate is to promote durable solutions for refugees and displaced populations. DRC has been present in South Sudan since 2005, implementing projects in Upper Nile, Unity, Jonglei, Western Bahr el Ghazal and Eastern Equatoria states. DRC’s mobile response teams work in the hardest-to-reach areas to provide lifesaving support and emergency supplies, with a focus on the most vulnerable.

Overall purpose of the role:

The Technical Field Manager (TFM) has the primary function of providing technical advice to the national staff under his/her responsibility. The purpose of providing this technical advice is to develop the capacity and technical knowledge of the national mine action staff within HMA. The objective of building technical knowledge and capacity within the national staff is to ensure that the correct and safe Mine Action practices are followed and sustainable supervision and management capacity is developed within the organization.

Responsibilities:

Mine Action Operations:

• Monitor and supervise the following functions for field deployments
• Logistics and Procurement
• Field Finance
• Admin and HR
• Reporting
• Other tasks as directed by OM/PM

OPERATIONS:

• The TFM is responsible for all operational aspects of his/her assets including the following;
• Daily management and supervision of the operational activity
• Submit daily situational reports from the field to the OM
• Planning, monitoring and evaluation of all MA activities including:
• Assist the OM in the planning and tasking of operational assets
• The deployment of operational assets
• The monitoring of procedures and quality assurance of operations
• Ensure that priorities set by the programme, UNMAS and NMAA are met and the requirements of the donors and beneficiaries are taken into consideration
• Mentor, manage, monitor and supervise the national staff ensuring that they carry out their duties in a responsible manner in accordance with HDP SOPs, South Sudan NTSG and their job description.
• Monitor and analyse productivity and report back with recommendations for improvement
• Deliver and monitor where applicable training to build capacity within the national staff in consultation with the Operations Manager.
• Regularly conduct Internal quality assurance of EOD, BAC and EORE teams and providing corrective action where necessary.
• Implement security measures in accordance with the security plan and coordinate with the OM/ PM.
• Support capacity building of local NGO partners through training and mentoring

Logistics

The TFM is to ensure the logistic requirements for his/her assigned assets are planned for and correctly managed. Specifics are as follows:

• Ensure serviceability of equipment for assigned tasks.
• Ensure timely replacement of defective equipment for assigned tasks
• Ensure long term planning for equipment that has expiry restrictions
• Follow up on requisitions to HQ for his/her assigned tasks
• Ensure damage and losses are reported correctly
• Ensure logistic procedures between the field and HQ are being followed.
• Be the Logistic focal point to coordinate with the Logistics Manager in HQ for his /her assigned tasks
• Assist the OM and Logistics Manager in developing plans for maintenance and turnover of operational equipment

Administration / Human Resources

Responsibilities:

Mine Action Operations:

• Monitor and supervise the following functions for field deployments
• Logistics and Procurement
• Field Finance
• Admin and HR
• Reporting
• Other tasks as directed by OM/PM

OPERATIONS:

• The TFM is responsible for all operational aspects of his/her assets including the following;
• Daily management and supervision of the operational activity
• Submit daily situational reports from the field to the OM
• Planning, monitoring and evaluation of all MA activities including:
• Assist the OM in the planning and tasking of operational assets
• The deployment of operational assets
• The monitoring of procedures and quality assurance of operations
• Ensure that priorities set by the programme, UNMAS and NMAA are met and the requirements of the donors and beneficiaries are taken into consideration
• Mentor, manage, monitor and supervise the national staff ensuring that they carry out their duties in a responsible manner in accordance with HDP SOPs, South Sudan NTSG and their job description.
• Monitor and analyse productivity and report back with recommendations for improvement
• Deliver and monitor where applicable training to build capacity within the national staff in consultation with the Operations Manager.
• Regularly conduct Internal quality assurance of EOD, BAC and EORE teams and providing corrective action where necessary.
• Implement security measures in accordance with the security plan and coordinate with the OM/ PM.
• Support capacity building of local NGO partners through training and mentoring

Logistics

The TFM is to ensure the logistic requirements for his/her assigned assets are planned for and correctly managed. Specifics are as follows:

• Ensure serviceability of equipment for assigned tasks.
• Ensure timely replacement of defective equipment for assigned tasks
• Ensure long term planning for equipment that has expiry restrictions
• Follow up on requisitions to HQ for his/her assigned tasks
• Ensure damage and losses are reported correctly
• Ensure logistic procedures between the field and HQ are being followed.
• Be the Logistic focal point to coordinate with the Logistics Manager in HQ for his /her assigned tasks
• Assist the OM and Logistics Manager in developing plans for maintenance and turnover of operational equipment

Administration / Human Resources

The TFM is responsible for monitoring various aspects of admin and HR of his/her operational assets including the following:

• Discipline and welfare of assigned staff including Code of Conduct, absenteeism and determine the root cause and effect on operations.

• Ensure correct staff levels are maintained for tasks

• Identify staff that have potential for advancement and make recommendations to the OM

• Conduct annual appraisal of staff as directed by the OM

• Document staff work and leave records on monthly basis

• Facilitate the recruitment of field-based staff in your field location

• Finance

• The TFM is to monitor the financial aspects of his/ her operations with the following responsibilities.

• Ensure correct financial procedure are followed at field level

• Verify and sign all field vouchers and payments at field level

• Monitor operational expenditure at field level

• Note: The above financial tasks will also include AVR based operations

Experience and technical competencies:

• High School certificate or Equivalent
• EOD level 3
• A minimum of 4 years of working experience in the area of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (a minimum of IMAS EOD level 3 qualifications) is required.
• Experience as a trainer and supervisor of mine action technical staff in the area of EOD is required.
• Experience in logistics and safety of personnel and assets is required.
• Fluency in written and spoken English with excellent writing skills required.
• A high degree of computer literacy is required.
• Working experience in South Sudan is highly desirable
• Substantial documented professional technical experience in mine action
• Basic first aid
• Basic radio communication skills
• Excellent command of the most common methodologies to identify, assess and monitor activities, with proven record of achievements
• Strong administration and organizational ability
• Excellent management and personnel skills – a calm and diplomatic disposition will be preferred
• Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with the local authorities
• Willingness to live and work in remote and isolated areas under basic conditions is a must

• Excellent verbal and written proficiency in English

  What we offer

Contract: 1 Year of Contract with the possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Position is contingent of funding availability

Salary: in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment,Management Band/ E2.

Availability: 1st June 2024.

Duty station: Juba/Roving

Reporting Line: Operations Director

Providing equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. DRC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff within its programs. As such, we strongly encourage national and diaspora candidates to apply for this position.

Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual

exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Application and CV

Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.

DRC only accepts applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.ngo under JOB/ View Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than December 3****1****, 2024.

The screening process for this position is on rolling basis, so early submission of applications is encouraged.

DRC as an employer By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants regardless of race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status. We have a strong ambition to further enhance the diversity of our workforce and our goal is to achieve 50% gender balance and at least 50% representation of national staff in management roles. We acknowledge the importance of fostering a diverse and inclusive team to successfully achieve our organizational goals and positively impact the communities we serve.