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Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Trainee

UN WomenKamianets-Podilskyi, Ukraine
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:23 Jul 2026Job ID:1784888021270655Posted on:9 Jul 2026
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Overview

This UNV assignment is a one-month Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Level 1 training for women under UN Women's She Demines programme in Ukraine. Trainees build job-ready skills in humanitarian mine action, preparing them for future roles with state and non-state demining operators.

Department: She Demines Programme

Languages

Required: Ukrainian

Job Functions

  1. Safety and Security
  2. Education, Training and Capacity Building

Minimum Experience

Not listed

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Fully participate in all assigned modules of the EOD Level 1 course over one month at the training centre in Kamianets-Podilskyi
  • Comply with safety regulations, operational procedures and the code of conduct throughout training
  • Actively engage in practical field exercises and assessments
  • Maintain regular attendance and inform programme coordinators of any issues affecting participation
  • Demonstrate responsibility, discipline and teamwork throughout the course

Requirements

  • Open to female candidates only
  • Completed secondary education
  • Strong motivation to build a career in humanitarian mine action
  • Good physical fitness and endurance for field-based training
  • Willingness to work in physically demanding field conditions

Skills

Explosive Ordnance DisposalHumanitarian Mine ActionField Safety Compliance

Additional info

  • Volunteer assignment via UNV
  • One-month training programme in Kamianets-Podilskyi beginning August 2026; exact dates confirmed to selected candidates
  • Monthly volunteer living allowance of USD 422 plus accommodation, meals and training-related insurance coverage
  • Open exclusively to female candidates