Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) Operator

Location: Shire, Ethiopia

Deadline: 24 Nov 2025

Job Description

Overall purpose of the role

In June 2024 DRC has launched a humanitarian mine action programme, initially composed of NTS and explosive ordnance risk education (EORE) in Northwest and Central Zone in Tigray, Ethiopia. DRC is therefore looking for a dedicated NTS Operator to support the launch and implementation of a new project beginning in January 2026.

The overall role of the EORE Operator is to conduct community-level educational activities in different community settings to inform communities of the impact of explosive ordnance on women, girls, boys and men in the target areas.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Project Implementation

• In coordination with the EORE Team Lead, conduct assigned EORE activities, ensuring quality and compliance with National Mine Action Standards and DRC’s Standard Operating Procedures
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver EORE sessions to target communities, including internally displaced persons (IDPs), returnees, and other vulnerable groups, ensuring compliance with DRC’s SOPs and safety protocols.
• Identify and engage with community leaders, local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure active participation and support for EORE activities.
• Develop and implement tailored EORE interventions based on community needs and context assessments.
• Foster inclusive access to risk reduction activities and victim assistance (VA) services by closely liaising with VA actors (including DRC) and applying the different referral options for needy individuals.

Reporting

• Ensure daily/weekly/monthly EORE reporting is completed using standard reporting templates and submit to the Information Management Officer and Team Lead for verification and conduct corrections as necessary
• Report issues faced during project implementation to the Project Manager and Team Lead
• Document success stories and lessons learned for development of donor reports and case studies
• Any other duties as directed by the Line Manager

Experience and technical competencies:

• 1 year working experience in related fields
• Vocational school, higher education is an asset
• Previous training, qualification and experience in NTS/EORE
• Sound knowledge of topography and map drawing, basic handling of compass, GPS and basic digital camera
• Experience working for Non-governmental Organizations
• Computer literate
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) in Tigrinya and English
• Excellent ability to work in a team
• Good knowledge of local communities and community dynamics
• Experience and willingness to work in the field in remote and volatile areas

 EDUCATION: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)

• Vocational school – higher education is an asset
• High school
• NTS/EORE qualification

  LANGUAGE: (indicate Fluency level)

• Tigrinya
• Knowledge of the English language (verbal and written) is an asset.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ 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: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

• Contract length: 6 Months
• Contract Type: National Contract
• Band: I2 – Non-Management
• Designation of Duty Station: Shire, with frequent travels to Field locations.
• Start date: January 5, 2026

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National employees

 

How to Apply

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English through: >>     https://drc.ngo/job?id=174766. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: November 24, 2025

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gendergap.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics

We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for the position!

We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nations to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.