Field Operations Manager

Job Highlight

The Field Operations Manager is responsible for managing field operations staff, performing quality assurance, offering technical guidance, and ensuring effective coordination between the project office, field operations, and national mine action entities under the Senior Portfolio Manager's direction.

About The Group

The UNOPS Ukraine and Eastern Europe MCO (UEMCO) operates in Ukraine, Moldova, and Poland, supporting urgent humanitarian needs while building pathways for recovery and development. In Ukraine, UEMCO delivers large-scale infrastructure, energy, housing, education, and mine action projects in partnership with UN agencies, international financial institutions, the European Union, and bilateral donors. Its agile portfolio responds to fast-evolving needs with strong procurement and implementation capacity. In Moldova, UEMCO supports justice sector reform and is exploring opportunities to expand its role across public sector modernization and infrastructure. In Poland, UEMCO works with government and private sector actors to strengthen ties with UN procurement and contribute to Ukraine’s recovery, leveraging Poland’s EU experience to support Ukraine’s future accession and integration.

Role Purpose

The Field Operations Manager plays a critical role in the Mine Action team, ensuring effective coordination between the project office, field operations, and national mine action entities. The incumbent will manage field operations staff, conduct quality assurance, provide technical guidance, and contribute to all aspects of the project under the direction of the Senior Portfolio Manager (Mine Action).

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Field Operations Management
  
  

Manage and supervise field operations staff, ensuring efficient and effective implementation of mine action activities.

• Develop and implement field operational plans in line with project objectives and national standards.
• Monitor field activities, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions to ensure project targets are met.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in all field operations.
• Provide technical guidance and support to field teams on mine action techniques and best practices.
• Liaison and Coordination
  
  

Serve as the primary liaison between the project office and national state Mine Action entities, including government agencies and relevant stakeholders.

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with national authorities to ensure effective coordination and collaboration.
• Participate in relevant meetings and forums, providing updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.
• Facilitate information sharing and communication between the project office and national partners.
• Support the Senior Portfolio Manager (Mine Action) in developing and implementing strategies for engaging with national stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance and Technical Support
  
  

Conduct quality assurance (QA) on the work of operations staff, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.

• Provide technical guidance and support to the Senior Portfolio Manager (Mine Action) on all aspects of the project.
• Develop and implement QA procedures and protocols for field operations.
• Identify training needs and develop training programs for field staff.
• Contribute to the development of technical reports and documentation.
• Project Contribution
  
  

Contribute to all aspects of the project, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

• Provide input into the development of project proposals and work plans.
• Support the Senior Portfolio Manager(Mine Action) in managing project budgets and resources.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned and best practices
  
  

Education Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Security Management, International Relations, Project Management, Public Administration or Engineering or related fields with 7 years of relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience is required
  
  

Desired

• A globally or nationally recognized professional certificate in IMAS EOD Level 3 or higher certification is desired.
  
  

Required

Experience Requirements

• Relevant experience is work in mine action operations or related areas.
• Proven experience in managing and supervising field teams.
• Proven experience in liaison with national authorities.
• Demonstrable experience in conducting quality assurance and providing technical guidance.
  
  

Desired

• Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organisations in a developing country is desired.
• Experience in developing and implementing mine action strategies and plans.
• Experience in project management.