Organization
iMMAP Inc. is an international non-profit organization that provides support services to Mine Action (MA) Authorities at national and regional levels as well as other sector stakeholders. . Through Mine Action initiatives, we help our partners protect and assist the world’s most vulnerable populations affected by explosive ordnance.
Our core philosophy is that accurate data and technical expertise lead to better decisions, and better decisions lead to safer and more effective outcomes. iMMAP’s Inc. critical support in Mine Action helps to address operational and strategic challenges of our partners in both emergency and development contexts by enabling evidence-based decision-making and promoting safer environments.
Background
The iMMAP Inc. in Ukraine Capacity Building component provides training sessions in Mine Action Information Management to National Mine Action Authority personnel. The goal is to build sector-specific skills required to serve as custodians of mine action information at national and subnational levels. .
As a key role within the component, the Mine Action / Capacity Building Officer is responsible for supporting the development of training curricula and other materials, identifying training needs among relevant stakeholders, defining goals and objectives of training sessions, and delivering trainings to a wide range of partners. Additionally, the Mine Action / Capacity Building Officer is expected to support the administrative side of the component by scheduling training sessions, assisting with the administration of the online training system, and supporting the organization of logistical arrangements.
Description of Duties
Operational
• Conduct training needs assessments to establish priority needs and gaps in national Mine Action authorities’ information management capacity.
• Planning and scheduling of capacity building activities in consultation with key stakeholders and under the supervision of Capacity Building Coordinator.
• Development of training and session plans, goals and objectives for humanitarian capacity building programmes based on identified gaps and capacity building priorities.
• Design and develop capacity building curriculum, syllabus, and learning materials.
• Organise and deliver/co-facilitate core and advanced training and capacity-building sessions in mine action that are consistent with the needs of mine action partners.
• Research, identify and develop appropriate training packages on emerging tools and innovative technologies that enhance partner ability for effective utilization of MA tools.
• Develop or identify training content and/or supporting reference resources such as presentations, practical exercises, and handouts to facilitate learning.
• Conduct pre-training, in-training and post-training evaluations for feedback, address challenges and impediments to effective learning, document and share lessons learnt.
• Support administration of iMMAP Inc. online training platform, including scheduling of the
trainings, uploading materials, user registration and enrolment, and other.
• Liaise with other iMMAP Inc. capacity building programmes and ensure consistency and standardization of activities and materials where possible.
• Train and provide technical support to the identified staff as needed on all Mine Action tools and processes.
• Provide mentorship and support within the scope of iMMAP Inc. capacity building plan.
• Draft humanitarian capacity building success stories for inclusion in iMMAP Inc. reports, newsletters and social media platforms, as well as other technical documentation as required.
• Any other duties as required.
Requirements
Please note that this is a national position in Ukraine. Only citizens of Ukraine are allowed.
Education
• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience in the fields of education, mine action, information management; computer engineering, or related field.
Experience
• A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in training or Mine Action/IM, such as working with databases, mapping, visualization and design.
• Intermediate/Advanced level of Excel, Adobe Illustrator, ArcGIS, and Kobo is a strong asset.
• Sound knowledge of assessment methodologies is a strong asset.
• Sound knowledge of Mine Action standards and codes is an advantage.
• Fluency in oral and written Ukrainian and English is required.
• Great communication skills.
Soft skills
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailor’s language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; is willing to learn from others.
• Planning & Organising: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. identifies clients’ needs and matches them with appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
• Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
• Representation: Where appropriate, represent the iMMAP Inc. in various formats. Maintain effective and positive contacts with the national and local government officials, international and national non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and donor agency officials, when required.
• Ability to understand and adapt to complex and dynamic situations.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Takes initiatives, manages own use of time and is self-motivating.
• Proven ability to work in teams.
• Flexible and creative.
As this is an urgent vacancy, it may close earlier than the specified date.
Guiding Principles
Personnel is expected to conduct itself in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and iMMAP’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all Countries.
iMMAP has zero-tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse and exploitation. Any violations of these principles and policies will be treated as serious misconduct.
iMMAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background.