Humanitarian Mine Action (EOD) Team Leader

The Humanitarian Mine Action Team Leader is responsible for monitoring and supervising all activities of the assigned team to ensure safe and efficient conduct of humanitarian mine action operations in Syria. The role involves coordination with local authorities, managing team welfare and performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor team members leave and review and authorize leave applications submitted by team members on Dynamics.
• Manage and monitor the welfare of team members and conduct written performance reviews in accordance with DRC HR procedures and timelines.
• Provide administrative supervision of team members and introduce Performance Improvement Plans for underperforming staff members and undertake disciplinary procedures if required.
• Monitor and record team members’ attendance, ensuring accountability and adherence to work schedules.
• Monitor and supervise all activities of the assigned team, ensuring tasks are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Assist in all aspects related to HMA operations in the Syrian context to fully support DRC operations.
• Coordinate and liaise with relevant local authorities, community leaders, and stakeholders, as well as the TFM, HMA Operations Manager, and the Safety Department to ensure safe and uninterrupted operations.
• Conduct planning, preparation and reconnaissance of future task sites in conjunction with the TFM.
• Support other HMA Team Leaders in conducting other tasks as directed by the TFM.
• Ensure that the team has the necessary and serviceable materials and equipment to carry out the designated activities.
• Operate DRC vehicles during operational hours as authorized and when required and adhere to the rules and requirements of driving set by the organization and local authorities.
• Conduct regular Quality Management (QA and QC) to maintain operational standards and effectiveness.
• Ensure team members uphold high standards of discipline and professional conduct.
• Report any non-conformities, breaches of SOPs, disciplinary issues, or unauthorized absences to the TFM.
• Conduct training as required, including refresher training and provide assistance and support in training DRC and local partner staff as needed.
• Ensure team members perform regular equipment maintenance to keep all tools and machinery in serviceable condition.
• Conduct an inventory audit to verify there are no loose or missing parts or pieces of equipment, identify consumable items requiring replenishment, and schedule timely orders.
• Coordinate and organize the team movements, including car schedules and drivers, and ensure all safety and access permissions are efficient and valid.
• Ensure that the TFM is fully briefed on all issues relating to the task activity.
• Supervise all EOD/MMC/BAC activities of the team in accordance with the work plan.
• Support in the capacity-building process, including training and coordination, whenever possible.
• Ensure the safe storage, transport, and handling of explosive and explosive items in accordance with SOPs and keep records of explosive usage updated and reported to the TFM.
• Conduct daily meeting/safety brief with the team members prior to the commencement of operational activities.
• Review EOD/MMC/BAC operational procedures and recommend improvements to the operational department.
• Take the lead in EOD/MMC/BAC presentations and visitor briefings.
• Regularly complete required reports on paper and/or electronically and submit them to the Technical Field Manager as required.
• Conduct any other task as directed by his managers.

Requirements

• Minimum IMAS EOD Level 2 required from a recognized international training establishment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in managing six or more personnel.
• Valid manual driving license (Category A), with the ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle in the field, following safety guidelines.
• Physically fit.
• Good skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• High School Diploma (minimum).
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing of English language.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in Arabic language.

Skills

• IMAS EOD Level 3 Certification
• Personnel Management
• 4x4 Vehicle Operation
• Safety Compliance
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Team Supervision
• Humanitarian Mine Action
• Operational Coordination
• Team Welfare Management

Languages

English, Arabic