Job purpose:

The QM Searcher is responsible for conducting clearance drills in accordance with the assigned specifications as tasked by the QM Team leader in the areas to be sampled.  Being a representative of the National Authority, the QM Searcher must maintain a high level and appearance of professionalism at all times.  The QM searcher may also be called to assist in other QM duties involving dealing with other Mine Action NGO’s or Companies .

General responsibilities:

• In the absence of the QM Team Leader, assume the duties and manage QM work
• Work within the framework of DMA/NPA core values
• Ensure that the PPE, tools and equipment are present, clean and in working condition at all times.
• Adhere to all NPA policies, regulations and procedures
• Adhere to the NMAS/ and NPA QM SOP at all times
• Accept responsibility for their safety and act in a disciplined way at all times.
• Report all safety concerns or any damaged or missing tools to the QM Team Leader or other supervisors inside his reporting line.
• Search and clearance of explosives in dedicated area or lane.
• Any other task assigned by line manager related to core NPA Iraq mandate

Required qualifications:

Education:

Must have:

•   Experience as IED Technical Survey and Clearance Searcher
•   EMMC searcher trained
•    Successfully pass relevant training courses
•   Successfully pass operational accreditation
•   Valid Driving License to be able to operate NPA assigned QM team vehicle

Desirable:

•    Demining/BAC course
•    Survey/NTS/Community Liaison course
• NPA EOD II (Theory)
•    Basic Drone Operator User (Internal NPA Qualification)

Experience:

Must have:

•   Proficiency in written Arabic and basic computer skills

Desirable:

•   3 years’ experience as deminer
• Written and verbal proficiency in English

Other qualifications:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication and understanding skills
• Able to work effectively under stressful situations, & adapt to difficult conditions
•   Willingness & ability to travel within the country

Personal Competencies:

•   Proactive and pragmatic attitude
• Problem solving mindset.

Additional Considerations:

The Quality Management is to abide by the policies and personal code of conduct set by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and represent the organization in a loyal and responsible manner.

About the Recruitment Process

We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout Norwegian People's Aid. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.  

Please note, that only applications submitted through our career site will be considered. Applications and resumes sent via e-mail will not be reviewed.

We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy and Anti-Corruption Policy, before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct. All policies related to ethics can be found on our website.

We look forward to hearing from you!