Ammunition Technical Specialist - Global role

Ammunition Technical Specialist – Global

Full Time position

Location - Global

Salary – Up to £45,000 per annum. This is inclusive of country specific packages (living overseas allowance, housing allowance, food allowance)

This is a global role focusing on our projects in The Great Lakes Region of Africa, West Africa, Somalia, Moldova, and occasional visits to Central America.

About HALO

The HALO Trust is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives and rebuilding communities affected by the devastating consequences of conflict. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Ammunition Technical Specialist (ATS) to bolster our Weapons and Ammunition Management (WAM) Capability Team. The ATS will play a pivotal role in providing technical expertise to HALO projects globally, contributing to our mission of reducing human suffering caused by armed violence.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Head of WAM Capability, the ATS will be responsible for delivering technical support to WAM programs worldwide. This role demands a deep understanding of Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM) principles and their implementation in accordance with international standards such as the International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATGs), MOSAIC, and IMAS. A significant component of this position involves designing and delivering comprehensive ammunition training courses to security forces and to HALO trainers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver specialised ammunition training programs aligned with international best practices.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments of ammunition storage facilities, generating detailed reports and recommendations for improvement.
• Provide technical guidance to host nation security forces on ammunition segregation, disposal, and transportation.
• Provide technical impact assessments in the events of an unplanned explosion at a munitions storage site.
• Oversee the safe handling, storage, and transportation of ammunition.
• Contribute to the development of standardized PSSM training materials and operating procedures.
• Certify new ammunition storage facilities constructed by HALO.
• Assess, segregate, and dispose of ammunition stockpiles in accordance with safety protocols.
• Offer technical mentorship and support to host nation security forces.

Who we're looking for

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven track record as an Ammunition Technical Officer, Technician, or Specialist with at least three years of experience in ammunition lifecycle management. Equivalent to IATG Level 5 Inspector Explosives.
• In-depth knowledge and application of the International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATGs) in challenging environments.
• Strong understanding of ammunition storage and handling procedures.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges.
• Advanced IT proficiency.
• Fluency in English (minimum B2 CEFR).
• Desirable: IMAS Level 3 Explosive Ordnance Disposal, experience in harsh and remote environments, knowledge of Small Arms Light Weapons disposal, and previous work with host nation military/police forces.

HALO offers an attractive range of benefits, including:

• 49 days annual leave, rising to 56 after two years in HALO.
• Non-contributory life assurance.
• Private health Insurance
• Pension contributions matched by HALO up to 5%.
• Emergency medical insurance when travelling overseas.

Please submit a CV (no more than 2 pages) and a cover letter (no more than 1 page) outlining how your experience matches the key skills and competencies required by 16th August 2024. Applications without a cover letter tailored to this position will not be considered.

We reserve the right to amend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is both diverse and inclusive and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring that it provides a safe and trusted environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare and well-being of anyone who comes into contact with, or is part of, the Charity, with a zero-tolerance approach to behaviours which challenge this.