Multitask Deputy Team Leader at THE HALO TRUST

Company: THE HALO TRUST
Position: Multitask Deputy Team Leader
Location: Addis Ababa / Afar Region (Field-Based, Ethiopia)
Industry: Humanitarian Aid, NGO, Mine Action & Security Operations
Job Type: Full-Time (Fixed Term – 12 Months, Renewable)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term with 60 Days Probation
Experience Required: 3–5 Years
Education: Diploma in Security Management, Community Development, Logistics, Public Administration, Humanitarian Studies, Social Sciences, or related field
Reports To: Multitask Team Leader
Line Management: Medic and Driver
Work Schedule: Approximately 3 Weeks Field Deployment, 1 Week Off Cycle
Closing Date: 30 Dec 2026
Salary: (USD 1,200 – USD 1,800 per month depending on humanitarian experience, field expertise, and qualifications)

About THE HALO TRUST

THE HALO TRUST is one of the world’s leading humanitarian demining organizations, operating across multiple countries to clear landmines and explosive remnants of war. The organization focuses on protecting communities affected by conflict through mine clearance, non-technical surveys, explosive ordnance disposal, and humanitarian assistance.

THE HALO TRUST Ethiopia has been registered since 2021 and is actively expanding mine action operations in the Afar Region. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to humanitarian safety, community protection, and post-conflict recovery initiatives.

Job Overview

THE HALO TRUST is seeking an experienced and highly disciplined Multitask Deputy Team Leader to support the execution of Non-Technical Survey (NTS) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) field operations across the Afar Region. The role involves supporting operational planning, supervising field teams, maintaining security awareness, ensuring quality data collection, and assisting with humanitarian mine action activities.

The successful candidate will act as second-in-command within the Multitask Team and support leadership responsibilities during field deployment while ensuring strict compliance with HALO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Ethiopia National Mine Action Standards (ENMAS), and International Mine Action Standards (IMAS).

This opportunity is suitable for candidates searching for NGO jobs in Ethiopia, humanitarian field jobs, team leader jobs, security operations jobs, field supervisor jobs, community survey roles, logistics coordination jobs, mine action careers, humanitarian response jobs, NGO field officer vacancies, and operations leadership opportunities.

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Key Job Responsibilities

The Multitask Deputy Team Leader will support operational leadership and ensure efficient implementation of field activities.

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Support the Multitask Team Leader in daily operational planning and coordination
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, discipline, and integrity
• Supervise field personnel including Medic and Driver during deployment
• Motivate team members to uphold humanitarian principles and ethical standards
• Act as Team Leader during absence and ensure operational continuity
• Monitor staff welfare and escalate operational concerns when required

Operational Planning & Security Awareness

• Participate in pre-deployment operational briefings
• Ensure team members understand assigned roles and safety procedures
• Support engagement with local authorities, stakeholders, and community leaders
• Assist in CASEVAC (Casualty Evacuation) planning and journey coordination
• Maintain strong situational awareness and report security concerns promptly
• Ensure field operations comply with humanitarian safety standards

Candidates with experience in security coordination, field operations management, risk assessment, humanitarian logistics, and remote team supervision are highly encouraged to apply.

Survey, Data Collection & Reporting

The successful candidate will assist with survey execution and operational reporting through:

• Conducting structured interviews with community members
• Supporting ethical and inclusive data collection processes
• Using GPS, mapping tools, and field equipment during surveys
• Assisting with hazard map development and survey validation
• Supporting quality assurance for operational data submissions
• Reporting incidents, near misses, or operational concerns immediately
• Assisting in preparing accurate operational and field reports

Professionals experienced in community engagement, data collection, field reporting, GIS support, survey coordination, humanitarian operations, and risk monitoring will have an advantage.

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Logistics & Equipment Support

Key logistics-related responsibilities include:

• Preparing survey tools and field equipment before deployment
• Monitoring operational supplies and logistics readiness
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment for repair or replacement
• Assisting with field inventory management and gear maintenance
• Supporting transport coordination and operational movement planning

Experience in logistics management, inventory control, equipment supervision, and field deployment coordination will be beneficial.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• Diploma in Security Management, Humanitarian Studies, Logistics, Community Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of field-based experience, preferably in humanitarian, NGO, emergency response, security, or operational environments
• Prior supervisory or deputy leadership experience preferred
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Experience working in remote or challenging environments is an advantage
• Understanding of humanitarian safety standards and operational protocols
• Strong problem-solving, reporting, and teamwork capabilities
• Basic computer proficiency and operational reporting skills

Essential Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Team leadership and coordination
• Field operations management
• Humanitarian response awareness
• Security and risk assessment knowledge
• Communication and stakeholder engagement
• Survey and reporting capabilities
• Data collection accuracy
• Logistics coordination and planning
• Time management and adaptability
• Strong ethical standards and integrity

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Training & Professional Development

THE HALO TRUST provides continuous learning opportunities, including:

• Humanitarian mine action and safety training
• Non-Technical Survey (NTS) operational training
• Leadership and team management workshops
• GPS and mapping tools training
• Security awareness and CASEVAC preparedness sessions
• Humanitarian compliance and ethics orientation

Salary & Benefits

Selected candidates may receive:

• Competitive NGO salary package
• Field deployment allowances
• Paid leave and scheduled rest rotations
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Exposure to international humanitarian operations
• Career advancement within global NGO programs
• Structured mentorship and leadership experience

Why Join THE HALO TRUST?

Joining THE HALO TRUST provides an opportunity to contribute to meaningful humanitarian work while developing expertise in field leadership, security coordination, survey operations, community engagement, and humanitarian response management. Employees gain valuable experience supporting life-saving operations in conflict-affected communities.

Apply now to advance your career in humanitarian operations, field leadership, logistics coordination, and NGO program delivery in Ethiopia.