National Technical Field Manager

The National TFM will implement all aspects of mine clearance and BAC operations and related tasks in country of operation in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and as required by the Technical Operations Manager (TOM). 
He/ She will conduct training and day to day assessment and monitoring of all staff carrying out technical operations to ensure safe practice and in order to build a local capacity for humanitarian mine action activities. 
The National TFM will support the TOM in ensuring overall safe execution of all MAG technical activities within the country of operation.

Requirements:

Technical

• Conduct and supervise field operations of MAG mine and BAC operations.
• Co-ordinate with Community Liaison department in the day-to-day planning and implementation of operations.
• Ensure full knowledge of and ensure implementation of all Standard Operating Procedures, drills and other work practices.
• Continually conduct risk assessment operations to ensure that the efficiency of operations is maximized.
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation of all operational tasks to ensure effectiveness.
• Conduct reconnaissance and survey of mine/ordnance contaminated areas as directed by the TOM.
• Ensure an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of all mines and munitions in the theatre of operations.
• Ensure an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of all relevant technical equipment in the theatre of operations.
• Support the TOM to ensure the maintenance and safe and appropriate storage of all necessary technical materials and equipment (including explosives and accessories).
• Advise and assist the TOM with the implementation of new systems and procedures in relation to maximizing productivity and safety.
• To conduct assessments and other technical missions on behalf of MAG in country as required by TOM.

 Capacity building and HR

• Assist the TOM with the design, development, delivery and evaluation of appropriate training programmes’ for deminers and other technical personnel.
• Support the TOM in the day-to-day training and development of national staff to conduct mine and BAC activities according to MAG Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist the CD/TOM with the recruitment of national technical staff.
• Motivate and develop the technical team to perform to a high standard.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with all staff to maximize capacity building objectives.

Communication and Reporting

• Ensure that the TOM is fully briefed on all technical and operational issues and any technical difficulties arising.
• Assist the TOM in providing relevant and useful information and case studies to the CD.
• Submit accurate operational reports as directed by the TOM, and produce other technical reports and documents as and when required.
• Ensure good understanding of all aspects of the programme/project. Ensure staff are made aware of wider programme issues, developments and achievements within MAG.
• As required by the TOM, ensure that accurate and thorough reports following investigation into all incidents/accidents are completed and provided to TOM with details of appropriate action taken, in accordance with MAG policies and procedures.
• Contribute to internal discussion and planning designed to improve MAG’s performance, results and impact in humanitarian mine action.
• Liaise with and represent MAG to donors, implementing partners, local officials and other agencies to further MAG’s aims and ensure operational efficiency.

Health, Safety and Security

Monitor security situation in work location and areas of operations ensuring that the TOM is kept informed of security risks and developments.

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in mine clearance/BAC operations
• Experience of managing field operations
• Experience of leading, motivating and managing a diverse team of people
• Experience of mentoring and coaching others
• Experience of conducting formal or informal training and the transfer of appropriate skills to others.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Technical knowledge of MC and BAC techniques, including new developments
• Ability to develop, review and comply with security and technical Standard Operating Procedures
• The ability to contribute technical knowledge and clearance targets to proposals and reports
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to plan and coordinate activities and projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English, good literacy, numeracy and IT skills