Armed Violence Reduction Technical Field Manager in Handicap international

Armed Violence Reduction Technical Field Manager

COUNTRY:  UKRAINE

REPORTS TO: AREA MANAGER (NORTH-EAST)

LOCATION: KHARKIV

GENERAL MISSION
 The AVR - Technical Field Manager (AVRPM) holds a critical role in providing expert technical guidance and support to all staff involved in AVR activities with a primary focus on NTS Operations. AVR teams cover the response dedicated to the comprehensive approach to Armed Violence Reduction and Humanitarian Mine Action by HI in Ukraine including Data collection, Non-Technical Survey (NTS), Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) and Conflict Preparedness and Protection (CPP). HI intends to implement AVR activities in areas where communities are exposed to Explosive Ordnance threats in line with needs analysis and the tasking order received by the Mine Action Center. The AVR – Technical Field Manager  (TFM) and has the primary function of providing technical advice and managing all national and/or international staff assigned to him/her throughout all Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) activities. , as part of its Integrated approach for Armed violence reduction and coordinate jointly with the EORE PM activities in the project. The TFM will support the start of NTS Operations, conduct field mentoring  provide technical support and quality management to the teams operating throughout the designated area of operations.  

• EORE refers to activities that seek to reduce the risk of injury from EO by raising awareness of women, girls, boys and men in accordance with their different vulnerabilities, roles and needs, and promoting behavioral change. 
• NTS refers to the collection and analysis of data, without the use of technical interventions, about the presence, type, distribution and surrounding environment of EO contamination, to define better where EO contamination is present, and where it is not, and to support land release prioritization and decision-making processes through the provision of evidence.

The AVR TFM reports directly to the Area Manager (North-East) with technical oversight provided by the Land release team in the AVR Division and AVR Specialist in Ukraine. You will be based in Kharkiv, Ukraine and can be expected to travel and reside in other regions, where HI teams operate. 

As the AVR TFM you will plan your activities closely with the Security Liaison Officer (North-East),Area Manager (NE) and PM EORE, and will be expected to liaise with other technical specialists and mine action operators. 

Mission 1: Operational Implementation

Responsibility 1: Contribute to NTS Operations planning and implementation in line with the existing frameworks 

• Contribute to planning, preparing activities, tools, associated resources, and implement the action plan in conjunction with the support services and the technical unit. 
• Ensure that activities are implemented and that resources are correctly allocated as authorized by the Area Manager (NE).
• Ensure regular reportingof AVR (NTS-EORE) activities, contributing to the internal and external reporting as requested by the Area Manager (NE).
• Contribute to identifying areas of the project in which adjustments are required and put forward adaptations to the Area Manager (NE).
• Contribute to the drafting of amendment requests when asked by the Area Manager (NE).
• Contribute to coordination with the local stakeholders and to monitor the partnership relationship with the project partners. 
• Ensure that project documents and information are properly reported and archived. 

Responsibility 2: Contribute to project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning 

• Contribute to project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes. 
• Contribute to project evaluations at the request of the Area Manager (NE), to ensure that project evaluation recommendations are followed. 
• Contribute to the setup and smooth running of accountability mechanisms. 
• Contribute to project learning and capacity building of the teams and partners. 
• Ensure that the AVR Teams implements NTS processes in compliance with NTS SOPs, National and International Standards
• Manage and plan AVR operations, focusing on activity progress indicators and expected outcomes for NTS, EORE, CPP and VA specific efforts;
• Report any logistical needs to the Logistics Manager for further action.
• Conduct internal QA/QC of AVR activities with a specific focus on NTS and report findings to the AVR Specialist

Responsibility 3: Ensure project data management for NTS

• Ensure that the appropriate data collection and management tools are in place and are used correctly on the project, in line with global and national standards.
• Guide and advise the AVR Supervisors to ensure appropriate data collection and management tools are in place and used correctly; 
• Guide and advise the Supervisors in the compiling of operational reports, including progress, weekly/monthly, NTS and HA reports to HI’s reporting system. 
• Collects and/or quality check data from AVR Operations: leading on NTS data and coordinating with EORE PM and EORE STO for EORE/CPP related data.  
• With support from the database/Information Management Officer, ensures the completeness and quality of EORE/CPP and NTS data in line with MAC, 5W and HI requirements.  
• Supply timely and quality inputs for internal and external reports, concept notes, proposals, and other similar documentation in line with HI Technical Framework
• Submits all necessary data to internal and external databases on request.
• Line manage Information Management Officer for NTS.

Responsibility 4: Contribute to the coordination of project teams 

• As authorized by the Area Manager (NE), facilitate coordination meetings between the project teams and the support services located in the areas of operation when necessary. 
• Ensure that the project and support teams (shared and technical services, in particular) work well together to facilitate the implementation of the project in the country. 
• Coordinate with PMs (EORE, VA, Health, Protection) the links between AVR and survey evidence and other HI initiatives and service provision.

Responsibility 5: Contribute to external project communication 

• Enhance HI’s external influence by participating in external meetings when required, in coordination with AM and other PMs; 
• Communicate about the AVR Program to partners, authorities, and stakeholders as needed in coordination with EORE PM
• Liaise with national and local authorities for operational, logistic, and administrative purposes. 
• Proactively identify areas of interest where to deploy AVR efforts (specifically integrated NTS/EORE/CPP/VA) and liaise with other operators to guarantee good coordination on the ground and support in the Land Release processes. 
• Participates in relevant Program meetings (general program meeting, general site meeting, AVR team meeting) as requested 
• Contributes to the development of projects related to AVR.\
• Contribute to the coordination and Quality management of partners.

Mission 2: Management 

• Manager as a role model: embody HI's values on a daily basis, and be a role model. 
• Manager as a coach for meaning: understand the strategy, make it explicit, translate it into operational objectives for his or her team, lead the necessary changes. Give meaning to each management action. Encourage inter and intra departmental exchanges of practice. Encourage innovation and risk-taking. 
• Operational manager: organise the operational management of his or her team, structure the work around identified processes, steer performance and facilitate the resolution of problems. 
• First HR & Coach: contribute to the development of his or her staff, creating the conditions for their commitment, professionalism and attachment to HI. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and institutional policies, the mindset and expected individual and collective behaviour.

Mission 3: Emergency Preparedness and Response 

Contribute to the program’s emergency preparedness initiatives, and in an emergency, adapt his/her working arrangements to contribute to an effective humanitarian response from HI. 

• Understand and comply with all HI SOPs and inform the Area Manager (NE) and Security Liaison Officer/Manager of any change in the security situation.
• Provide regular security updates to AVR Supervisors for dissemination to teams.
• Provide technical guidance and oversee the safety of AVR operations conducting threat assessments;

PROFILE SOUGHT

Qualification(s):

• IMAS EOD 3 certification from an accredited training institution;
• Basic knowledge in EORE
• NTS qualifications

 Preferable:

• Undergraduate degree in training, social work, humanitarian assistance, development, or similar.
• Introduction and Advanced EOREcourse (GICHD)
• Introduction to Gender and Diversity in Mine Action

Experience:

• 5 years working in the field of Humanitarian Mine Action;
• Experience in coordinating NTS teams 
• Experience in analysing data, conducting desk assessment and collecting information through survey, interviews, focus group discussions 
• Experience in delivering presentations and trainings;

 Preferable:

• Work experience in local/international NGOs.
• Experience in delivering EORE/CPP sessions.
• Experience in community engagement.
• Experience in management;

Skills

• English: B2
• Master the implementation of the land release policy;
• Autonomous on the basic functionalities: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook operating system;
• Driver’s license (for ordinary cars) is required.
• Use of GPS and mapping tools.

 Preferable:

• Ukrainian: C2.
• Russian: C2.

Personal qualities:

• Demonstrate ethical values and a constructively critical mindset.
• Mobility and readiness for frequent business trips to affected communities
• Listening and analytical skills;

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Contract: Employment contract (according to Ukrainian legislation) Fixed-Term 

Type of employment: Full-time 

Benefits Package: 

30 calendar days for annual leaves  

12 days of internal wellbeing paid leaves annually (pro-rata) 

Medical Insurance for HI staff and one dependent (tax paid by HI) 

Individual counselling sessions for HI staff 

Relocation package might be granted for the managerial positions and key positions if needed  

Relevant supportive measures for person with disabilities (if needed) 

By submitting the CV application, the applicant gives his/her consent to the processing of his/her personal data (in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine). 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 

HI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics.  

All interested candidates irrespective of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics are encouraged to apply for the vacancy. 

If you have a disability and require any special arrangements to assist you during the interview, please inform us with the necessary details. 

Handicap International has clear institutional policies on "Child Protection", "Anti-fraud, Bribery and Corruption", "Disability, Gender and Age" and "Protection of Beneficiaries from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment”. It is therefore mandatory for all staff to commit themselves to respect, uphold and promote these policies, and to sign the HI Code and Conduct.  

How to apply: 

Attention: Only CVs written in English will be reviewed 

Please note that the application deadline is 31/01/2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the application closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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Технічний/-а Керівник/-ця З Питань Зменшення Збройного Насильства

КРАЇНА: УКРАЇНА

ПІДПОРЯДКУВАННЯ: РЕГІОНАЛЬНИЙ КЕРІВНИК (ПІВНІЧНИЙ СХІД)

ЛОКАЦІЯ: ХАРКІВ

ЗАГАЛЬНІ ОБОВ'ЯЗКИ
Технічний керівник з питань зменшення збройного насильства виконує ключову роль у наданні технічної експертизи та підтримки працівникам, що беруть участь у заходах зі зменшення масштабів збройного конфлікту з наданням першочергової уваги операціям з НТО. Команди  зі зменшення масштабів збройного насильства займаються реагуванням  в рамках комплексного підходу HI в Україні до зменшення масштабів збройного насильства та гуманітарного розмінування, включно зі збиранням даних, нетехнічним обстеженням (НТО), інформуванням населення про ризики, пов’язані з вибухонебезпечними предметами (ІНРМ) та захистом та готовністю в умовах конфлікту (ЗГК). HI планує впроваджувати заходи зі зменшення масштабів збройного конфлікту на територіях, де громади піддаються загрозі вибухонебезпечних предметів, відповідно до результатів аналізу потреб і службового завдання, отриманого Центром протимінної діяльності. Основною функцією технічного керівника з питань зменшення збройного насильства є надання технічних консультацій та управління всім національним та/або міжнародним персоналом, підпорядкованим йому/їй, протягом усіх заходів з гуманітарної протимінної діяльності (ГПМД) в рамках інтегрованого підходу до зменшення збройного насильства та координація спільно з Керівником групи з ПМД діяльності в рамках проекту. Технічний керівник надаватиме підтримку на початку робіт з НТО, проводитиме наставництво на місцях, надаватиме технічну підтримку та управління якістю командам, що працюватимуть у визначеній зоні діяльності.     

• Інформування населення про ризики, пов’язані з мінами та вибухонебезпечними предметами (ІНРМ) - це заходи, спрямовані на зменшення ризиків травмування внаслідок контакту з ВНП шляхом підвищення обізнаності серед жінок, дівчат, хлопців і чоловіків відповідно до їхніх вразливостей, ролей у суспільстві й потреб, а також просування поведінкових змін. 
• НТО - це збирання й аналіз даних про наявність, тип, місцезнаходження ВНП на певній території та навколишнє середовище забрудненої ВНП території  без використання технічних засобів втручання для ефективнішого визначення місць присутності та відсутності ВНП та підтримки процесу визначення пріоритетів і прийняття рішень щодо розмінування території шляхом надання відповідних доказів.

Технічний керівник зі зменшення масштабів збройного насильства підпорядковується безпосередньо Регіональному керівнику (Північний Схід), а технічний нагляд здійснюється групою з розблокування територій у відділі зі зменшення масштабів збройного насильства (AVR) та спеціалістом зі зменшення масштабів збройного насильства в Україні. Ви працюватимете в Харкові, Україна, і можливо, будете подорожувати та проживати в інших регіонах, де працюють команди HI. 

Як Технічний керівник зі зменшення масштабів збройного насильства ви плануватимете свою діяльність у тісному кliaise with the Security Liaison Officer (North East), Regional Manager (North East) and PMD Team Leader, as well as liaise with other technical specialists and mine action operators. 

• Contribute to the planning, preparation of activities, tools, relevant resources and implementation of the action plan in cooperation with support services and technical division. 
• Ensure the implementation of measures and the correct distribution of resources with the permission of the Regional Head (M-E).
• Ensure regular reporting on activities to reduce the scale of armed violence (NTO-INRM), contribute to the preparation of internal and external reporting at the request of the Regional Manager (Mon-East). To the Regional Manager (Mon-W).
• Contribute to the preparation of change requests at the request of the Regional Manager (Mon-W).
• Facilitate coordination with local stakeholders and monitor partnerships with project partners. 
• Ensure proper reporting and archiving of project documentation and information. 

Duty 2: Contribute to project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning

• Contribute to project monitoring, particularly progress indicators activities and expected results. 
• Participate in the evaluation of projects at the request of the Regional Manager (Mon-Sh) to ensure the implementation of recommendations based on the results of project evaluation. 
• Contribute to the adjustment and smooth operation of accountability mechanisms. 
• Contribute to project learning and capacity building of teams and partners. 
• Ensure that armed violence reduction teams implement NTO processes in accordance with NTO SOPs, national and international standards
• Manage and plan armed violence reduction operations, focusing on performance indicators and expected results for NGOs, INRM, ZGK and Assistance to victims and specific efforts in these areas;
• Notify about any logistics needs to the Logistics Manager for follow-up.
• Conduct internal quality assurance/quality control of gun violence reduction activities with a particular focus on NGOs and report results to the Gun Violence Reduction Specialist

Duty 3: Ensuring project data management for NGOs

• Ensure availability of appropriate collection and management tools data and their correct use in the project in accordance with global and national standards.
• Direct and advise Managers in the field of reducing the scale of armed violence to ensure proper collection and management of data and their correct use; 
• Direct and advise Managers in the field of reducing the scale of armed violence when drawing up operational reports, incl.including progress reports, weekly/monthly reports, NTO and Hazardous Area reports for the HI reporting system. 
• Collects and/or reviews the quality of data generated from gun violence reduction activities: leads work with NTO data and coordinates work with PMD Team Leader and Senior Technical Specialist on INRM on data related to INRM/ZGK.  
• With the support of a database/information management specialist, ensures the completeness and quality of data from INRM/ZGK and NTO in accordance with the requirements of the CPMD, the Sherrington method (5W) and NI. 
• Provide timely and quality submissions for internal and external reports, concept notes, proposals and other similar documentation in accordance with the HI Technical Guidelines
• Provide all necessary data for internal and external databases upon request .
• Performs the functions of a line manager for the Information Management Specialist with the NTO.

Duty 4: Promote the coordination of project teams 

• On behalf of the Regional Manager (Mon-Sh), if necessary, facilitate coordination meetings between project groups and support services located in the regions of activity. 
• Ensure that the project and support teams (in particular joint and technical services) work in harmony to facilitate the implementation of the project in the country. 
• Coordinating with Project Managers (INRM, Victim Assistance, Health Protection, Protection of Civilians) linkages between armed violence reduction and survey evidence and other HI initiatives and service delivery.
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  Responsibility 5: Facilitate external communication of the project

  • Strengthen the external impact of HI by participating in external meetings when appropriate necessary, in coordination with the Regional Manager and other Project Managers; 
  , logistical and administrative purposes. 
  • Identify in advance areas of interest for the deployment of armed violence reduction efforts (in particular integrated NTO/INRM/ZGK/DP) and liaise with other operators to ensure proper coordination on the ground and support in the processes of unblocking territories. 
  • Participates in relevant Program meetings (General Program meetings, General Site meetings, Gun Violence Reduction Team meetings) as requested
  • Contributes to the development of projects related to reduction of armed violence.
  • To promote coordination and quality management of partners.

  Task 2: Management 

  • Manager as a role model: Embody the values ​​of HI every day and be a role model. 
  • A manager as a mentor: understand the strategy, formulate it, translate it into operational goals for his team, manage the necessary changes. Give meaning to every management action. Encourage sharing of experiences within the department and outsidethem Encourage innovation and risk. 
  • Operations Manager: organizes the operational management of his team, structures work around defined processes, manages efficiency and facilitates problem solving. 
  • First HR and trainer: promote the development of your employees by creating conditions for their dedication, professionalism and loyalty to HI. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and institutional policies, worldviews, and expected individual and collective behavior.

  Task 3: Emergency Preparedness and Response

  Participate in the program's emergency preparedness initiatives and, in emergency situations, adapt its working mechanisms to facilitate an effective humanitarian response by HI. 

  • Understand and adhere to all HI SOPs and keep the Regional Manager (M-N) and Security Liaison Specialist/Manager informed of any changes in the security situation.
  • Provide regular security updates to Gun Violence Reduction Managers for dissemination to teams.
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight of security for reduction activities armed violence, conducting a threat assessment;

  CHARACTERISTICS OF THE EMPLOYEE

  Qualification:

  • Certification of MSPMD ZVNP 3rd category (miner (mining) 3rd level) from an accredited educational institution
  • Basic knowledge of INRM
  • Qualification NTO

   Desirable:

  • Bachelor's degree in education, social work, humanitarian aid, development or related fields.

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• INRM Introductory and Advanced Course (Geneva International Center for Humanitarian Demining)
• Introductory Course on Gender and Diversity in Mine Action activity

Experience:

• 5 years of work in the field of humanitarian mine action;
• Experience in coordinating NTO teams
• Experience in data analysis, analytical assessment and information gathering through surveys, interviews, focus group discussions
• Experience in making presentations and trainings;

Desirable:

• Experience of working in local/international NGOs.
• Experience of conducting sessions INRM/ZGK.
• Experience in involving communities.
• Management experience;

Skills:

• English language – B2
• Master the implementation of the territory unlocking policy;
• Independent mastery of basic functionality: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook operating system; 
• Driver's license required (for regular cars).
• Use of GPS and mapping tools.

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• Ukrainian: C2 (preferred);
• Russian: C2 (preferred);

Personal qualities:

• Demonstrate ethical values and constructive and critical thinking.
• Mobility and readiness for frequent business trips to affected communities
• Listening and analytical skills;

TERMS OF WORK

Contract: Employment contract (according to the legislation of Ukraine) < /p>

Type of employment: Full time

Advantages:

30 calendar days of annual leave 

12 days of annual paid wellness leave (pro-rated)

Health insurance for HI employees and one family member (supplement paid by HI)

Individual psychological counseling for HI employees 

Relocation package can be provided for management and key positions if necessary 

Appropriate support measures for a person with disabilities (if needed)

OPTIONS 

HI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics.

All interested candidates, regardless of age, gender, disability, religion, ethnicity, color, race, marital status, or other characteristics, are encouraged to apply for the position.