Humanitarian Mine Action Assistant

Europe

Ukraine

Kharkiv

National contract

19 Sep 2025

30 Sep 2025

174441

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.

DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and implements emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.

DRC is currently looking for a HMA Assistant (NTS/EORE Assistant) in Kharkiv.

About the job

Under the guidance of a supervisor, will carry out the following activities: Implementation of Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) and Implementation of Non-technical Survey (NTS).

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

• Conduct direct and online EORE sessions for adults, adolescents and children using standard and approved methodologies and distribute EORE informational materials as instructed.
• Implement NTS processes by collecting evidence of contamination by analyzing documents, conducting individual interviews and focus group discussions, and conducting visual observations.
• Complete basic EORE/NTS documentation accurately and upload data and supporting documentation into the information management system.
• Participate in the development of activity workplans and follow them accordingly.
• Liaise with DRC Humanitarian Demining, Victim Assistance, and other DRC sectors to ensure an integrated approach.
• Liaise with community members to facilitate information exchange and support community needs assessments.
• Upon request, support procurement efforts, including developing the required documentation.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have 1 year of practical experience in the relevant field, preferably in an NGO. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

• Education: completed higher education.
• Experience working with diverse communities, including children and adolescents.
• Strong verbal communication skills and high attention to details.
• Languages: fluent in Ukrainian language; basic English skills.
• Computer skills: basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Desirable

• Skills of public speaking/conducting trainings, presentations or other activities with the audience in offline and online formats.
• Proven experience of interaction with children, teenagers and adults.
• Negotiation skills and experience.
• Stress resistance.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC' five core competencies:

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.

We offer:

Contract length: 3-month probation period, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance.

Duty Station: Kharkiv.

Start date: November 2025.

Salary and conditions will be set in accordance with Danish Refugee Council's Terms of Employment for national staff.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.

Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 30 September 2025.

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Interviews might be conducted on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to select candidate before the vacancy close date once a suitable candidate has been identified.