High Assurance Search (Search) Instructor

Our client supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, they offer its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information – Peace and Security Cluster

The PSC is a principal service provider in the field of mine action with our client, UNDP, UNICEF, Governments of mine-affected countries and other mine action partners. The Centre is responsible to administer, provide support and oversight of the day-to-day management of the Project Field offices, both according to the client requirements and in line with our client rules and regulations. It is headed by the Centre Director who has the overall authority and accountability for the performance of the Peace and Security Centre on behalf of its clients.

Background Information on our client:

Our client is the coordinator for Mine Action within the United Nations system, located within the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) at the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). It chairs the Inter-Agency Coordination Group on Mine Action (IACG-MA) and is the lead of the Global Protection Cluster (GPC) Mine Action Area of Responsibility (MA AoR). Mine action comprises five areas of work: clearance, risk education, victim assistance, advocacy and stockpile destruction. The United Nations applies mine action expertise to an increasingly wide range of explosive hazards, from unexploded missiles, artillery shells, rockets, grenades and mortars, to unsafe and unsecured weapons and ammunition, improvised explosive devices and cluster bombs. our client leads, coordinates and carries out efforts to mitigate these threats when mandated by the United Nations Security Council or, when requested by the Secretary-General or an affected country, often in response to a humanitarian emergency

Background Information our clients operations in Somalia

Our client in Somalia as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) In line with the UN’s strategic priorities, Our client Somalia works across the humanitarian-development peace nexus, supporting emergency response, enabling stabilization, and fostering resilience. Its partnerships with donors, UN agencies, Somali authorities, and implementing organizations are crucial to delivering impactful and sustainable mine action interventions. Strengthening collaboration with key stakeholders—including government counterparts, international partners, and private sector actors is essential to advancing Somalia’s security and development objectives. Under the direct supervision of the Quality Manager QM under the Chief of Operations, the Search Instructor – will play a critical role in our client’s efforts to reduce the threat posed by IEDDs. He/she will work closely with the QM and our client Operations Officers. He/she will work on the development of the quarterly training plan for AUSSOM and SSF, Pre Deployment Training (PDT) inclusive of delivering a Trainer of Trainers (ToT) package and mentoring of host countries PDT training delivery. Prepare the IED threat brief for the sector in close coordination with the Our client sector Operations staff and any other tasks requested by our client. The Search Instructor will be deployed to each of the regional/sector hubs, FOBs or any other temporarily manned locations by AUSSOM and SSF as required and tasked by our client.

• Coordinate, facilitate and prioritize all operational tasking.
• Conduct Training Needs Assessment.
• Maintain up to date Standard Working Procedures and Training Management Packages reflective of the IED threat in Somalia.
• Promote sharing of knowledge within the Project team.
• Provide advice and input into the development of procedural documents related to EOD/IEDD Search matters in support of the project.
• Represent our client Somalia in providing guidance to their contractors and Project Managers.
• Provide quality assurance and evaluation of trainees’ performance, making recommendations for further development
• Provide guidance on corrective actions to be taken, following a Quality Assurance inspection.
• Conduct equipment maintenance and checks on all serviceable our client equipment in training locations in mission and IMT locations.
• Test equipment on types of Improvised Explosive Device components and recommendations for equipment that is suitable for the Somalia IED threat, to the QM team.
• Ensure proper maintenance of QA documentation and files
• Draft training reports, including post-training assessments and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Support the collection of data and the management of information
• Other tasks as directed by the Project Manager.

• This role will  report to Chief of Operations

• Internationally recognised IEDD Search qualification (according to UN IEDD standards) Search qualifications should be from international military organizations that train and educate EOD/IEDD specialists.
• Computer literacy, in particular experience of using MS Office.
• Internationally recognized driving license.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Search.
• Previous experience in Somalia or other African countries, or the Middle East is desirable.
• Previous experience of instruction and course development.
• A minimum of 3 years cumulative Search experience in EOD/IEDD to include route search operational deployments abroad in a high threat environment is required.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment in Africa is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the UN system and UNOPS procedures is an asset.
• Fluency in English is required (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Fluency in one or more additional official UNOPS languages is desired.
• Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.
• Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
• Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

• This role has no team management responsibility

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