Non-Technical Survey Coordinator
Role Summary
Join the Danish Refugee Council as a Non-Technical Survey Coordinator in Kyiv, supporting strategic leadership and programmatic oversight for community liaison activities.
About the Organisation
Under the line management of the Head of Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA), and in close coordination with the Head of Programme, you will support the strategic development, programmatic direction and technical oversight of Community Liaison activities (including DRC and partner teams) who are implementing Non-Technical Survey (NTS) and Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) activities across DRC areas in Ukraine.
The purpose of the position is also to support the nationalization of the role through mentorship and capacity building.
To be successful in this role we expect you to bring deep technical expertise in NTS, combined with a strong track record in programme coordination and technical oversight. You are able to provide technical guidance across multiple locations while maintaining a clear focus on quality and capacity building. Beyond technical excellence, you bring a genuine interest in integrated programming and are comfortable working across functions and sectors to contribute to broader recovery outcomes for conflict-affected communities and efficiency. Moreover, we also expect the following:
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
- Required*
- Technical certification in NTS
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in humanitarian mine action
- At least 3 years experience managing and overseeing NTS activities
- A master's degree in international development, humanitarian affairs, social sciences, or a related field
- Proven experience with conducting capacity development and mentorship in the field of NTS
- Full professional proficiency in written and verbal English, with excellent communication skills.
- Computer literacy: advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office package (with focus on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and program development.
- Comprehensive knowledge of International Mine Action Standards and humanitarian mine action best practices.
- Proven experience managing complex programs and providing technical oversight across multiple locations. The role requires demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and to coordinate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders
- Proven experience developing technical standards and operating procedures
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
- Familiarity with quality management systems in humanitarian contexts
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
Working Conditions
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national and international employee; please refer to [our website](https://drc.ngo/about-us/work-with-us/working-at-drc/salary-package-and-benefits/).
- Support the procurement of NTS and EORE-related equipment at Area and Country levels.
- Support Quality Management (QM) team on coordinating Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) visits of NTS/EORE activities and ensure that non-conformities are addressed
- In collaboration with QM Specialist, NTS Trainer and EORE Trainer, update relevant SOPs and Technical Methodologies and Procedures (TMPs) for onward approval by the HMA OM
- Contract length: 12 months fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of funding after successful completion of a 3-month probationary period
- Designation of Duty Station: Kyiv, non-family duty station
- Start date: September 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Details regarding the eligibility for international applicants are not stated, making it unclear if applicants from Africa can apply.
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