The Humanitarian EOD Support Officer will be required to adhere strictly to UN security protocols and guidelines. The safety and security of the Humanitarian EOD Support Officer and the local population are of paramount importance. Individuals would be expected to deploy in September 2024 and undergo a one-week orientation. However, multiple positions are available, and some posts will be filled at a later date.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Humanitarian EOD Support Officer operating in Gaza to support humanitarian operations, the incumbent will be reporting to the EOD Officer and will be responsible for:

• Support of the EOD team to lead non-technical survey, technical survey and high-risk search operations of infrastructure and areas identified by the Palestine Response Programme and UN Agencies as potentially containing explosive ordonance;
• Undertake desk research on possible explosive ordnance hazards;
• Verify the existence of explosive ordnance and their threatening nature;
• Support the implementation of technical, international and national safety standards;
• Liaise with the local community to understand threats and relay information on threat avoidance;
• Receive tasks and work within the team to respond with high-quality operational capacity;
• Support programmatic, project and operation planning and activities.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• A First-level University degree (Bachelor degree or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience is required;

• A Secondary School diploma (High School or equivalent) combined with 8 years of military or police experience is required.