About the Job
General Information
Humanity & Inclusion is an independent and impartial international aid organization working in poverty and exclusion, conflict, and disaster situations. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our actions and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions, and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights. Humanity & Inclusion is a not-for-profit organization with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation comprising a network of associations that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects, and implement its actions and social mission.
General mission
The EOD Team Paramedic provides medical support during Humanitarian Mine Action operations.
Reporting to the Team Leader, the Paramedic ensures that medical protocols are followed and medical equipment is maintained and readily available. They manage the Ambulance Driver and oversee emergency medical responses to ensure team safety and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
Mission 1: Medical Preparedness and Support
• Ensure the presence and readiness of medical equipment, supplies, and the ambulance before field deployments.
• Conduct pre-operation briefings on medical contingency plans with the team.
• Regularly inspect and restock medical kits, ensuring compliance with HI’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain all medical equipment in good working condition and ensure ambulances are fully equipped, including oxygen cylinders and up-to-date medical supplies.
Mission 2: Emergency Medical Response
• Provide immediate medical care, including Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS), to casualties during HMA operations.
• Execute medical evacuations in coordination with the Ambulance Driver and external medical facilities.
• Prioritize lifesaving treatment in case of accidents or injuries during clearance operations.
• Conduct post-incident medical evaluations and reports to document and analyze incidents.
Mission 3: Training and Capacity Building
• Deliver basic first aid and trauma care training to MTT members and other staff as required.
• Organize and participate in regular casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) drills to maintain readiness.
• Promote preventive health measures, including hygiene and illness prevention, among team members.
Mission 4: Coordination and Reporting
• Coordinate with the MTT Team Leader and external medical facilities to ensure seamless medical support.
• Maintain accurate medical records, including incident reports, treatment logs, and equipment usage.
• Submit timely reports to the MTT Team Leader and Chief of Operations on medical activities and challenges.
Mission 5: Equipment and Resource Management
• Ensure all team equipment is maintained in good working condition and report any damage or loss to the TFM.
• Support the logistical planning for field operations, including the preparation and transportation of equipment and materials.
Mission 6: Operational Support
• Actively participate in MTT briefings, ensuring health and safety considerations are integrated into operational planning.
• Conduct weekly checks of evacuation routes to verify accessibility and readiness for potential emergencies.
• Assist in implementing EORE, NTS, Clearance, and EOD activities by ensuring medical readiness for all operations.
About You
Education/Certificates
• Certified Paramedic, Emergency Trauma Medic, or Registered Nurse.
• Additional certification in field medicine or trauma care is highly desirable.
Languages
• Excellent Tigrayan and/or Amharic.
• Spoken and written English is a strong asset.
Experience
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience as a paramedic, preferably in remote or high-risk environments.
• Experience with international or local NGOs and previous involvement in HMA activities is desirable.
• Familiarity with casualty evacuation protocols and medical support in hazardous environments
Skills
• Strong proficiency in administering emergency medical procedures and using medical equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Competence in operating radios and other communication devices during field operations.
• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of local languages is an asset.
• Basic computer skills for reporting and data management.
Personal attributes
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to humanitarian principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to challenging environments.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
Contract duration- 1 year
Salary- as per the organization’s salary scale
Requirement Skill
Effective communication and sociability
Microsoft Office Pack: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, Powerpoint
Interested candidates are required to fill in the application form through the link on/before the application deadline.
You will be contacted only if selected for a written exam/interview, Phone solicitations will not be accepted.
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting child protection and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position involves working with beneficiaries and is subject to strict safer recruitment checks. The successful candidate will be required to complete a police check and sign a self-declaration form to help us verify your suitability to work with children including checks with past employers.
Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes women and Persons with Disability.
All employment decisions are made based on organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. Humanity and Inclusion is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
More Information
- Address eTHIOPIA
- Experience Level Mid level
- Total Years Experience 0-5
