Overall purpose of the role:
The Technical Advisor (TA) is responsible for providing strategic technical guidance and daily operational field management to national staff involved in Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) activities, including MMC, BAC, EOD, Building Search, possibly GPR, and NTS/EORE (CL) teams operating across a broad geographical area. The role aims to strengthen the technical capacity and operational effectiveness of these teams, contributing to the development of a sustainable and partially nationalized HMA structure within a defined timeframe. The TA reports directly to the HMA OM and works in close coordination with other international HDP staff.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical oversight of field operations within the assigned project area, including training, safety, security, daily operational planning, implementation, and supervision of all operational personnel under the TA's responsibility.
- Supervise Land Release operations and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) activities in accordance with DRC HDP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring the correct methodologies and risk assessments are constantly assessed.
- Support the Operations Manager (OM), and Technical Field managers TFMs, in strengthening the project’s technical contribution to national mine action capacity, including delivering required training in designated locations and facilitating DRC HDP-approved training courses for national personnel.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of DRC HDP technical procedures and operational protocols as required.
- Assist the OM and TFMs in maintaining and improving project reporting mechanisms and overall quality management of DRC’s HMA operations in Sudan.
- Oversee the development and compilation of the Technical Implementation Plan (TIP) and Field Risk Assessment (FRA) for each task, in coordination with the Technical Field Managers (TFMs)
- Review technical activities being carried out on site and provide technical direction where required to ensure safe and efficient clearance procedures.
- Support the TFMs, in ensuring that all TIPs and FRAs are reviewed and approved by the OM before submission to National Authorities.
- Ensure that any amendments to TIPs or FRAs are approved by the OM prior to submission to the National Authorities.
- Follow up on Quality Management visits and ensure that any required corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the OM, as deemed necessary and appropriate to support project objectives.
- Support the OM, and TFMs in maintaining and improving project reporting mechanisms.
- Assist the OM, and TFMs in staff training and technical capacity-building initiatives.
- Support coordination between DRC TFMs and other technical or area teams in information-sharing, e.g. for security or for cross-sector programme integration
- Where needed, step in to replace the OM or TFMs while they are on leave
- Support the HMA project management team with donor reporting as required.
Qualifications, experience and technical competencies
- University degree in Engineering, Security Studies, or another relevant field is desirable.
- IMAS EOD Level 3 certification (or equivalent from an internationally recognized technical school, military or civilian) is required, along with proven field experience at EOD Level 3.
- Verifiable experience in search operations may be accepted
- Additional certifications in training, quality management, or advanced trauma care are considered an asset.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience at the international level within humanitarian international NGOs or similar international bodies, specifically within the Mine Action sector, is required.
- Verifiable hands-on experience in training, supervising, and deploying Land Release teams is required.
- Practical knowledge and experience with a range of HMA equipment—such as Minelab F3, Ebinger UPEX 740M, CEIA CMD, Vallon VMR3 / VMC—for Land Release operations is essential.
- Proven experience in applying Land Release methodology and a strong commitment to implementing and promoting Land Release policies during DRC HDP operations, with the ability to transfer knowledge to national staff.
- Experience in designing and delivering technical training and capacity-building for national staff is desirable.
- Previous experience in HMA Quality Management roles is considered an advantage.
- High level of computer literacy in MS Office programs is required.
Languages:
- Fluency in written and spoken English, with excellent writing skills, is required.
- Arabic language skills are highly desirable.
About you
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s 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: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
Conditions
Contract: Six months contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and conditions in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for International staff. This position is graded at NM.F
Start Date: Immediate
Duty Station: Khartoum
Reports to: Project Manager – Humanitarian Mine Action Operations
Application and CV
All applicants must submit a cover letter and updated CV in English via our online application form
on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies
Applications close on 5 November 2025.
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DRC as an employer
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.