Environmental Protection Officer

Job description

Position: Environmental Protection Officer Department / Country/ Project: Mine Action and Disarmament /193 Ukraine Last revised: 03.09.2026 – MAD PM Project number: Multiple Projects Line manager: MAD PM Additional reporting line: MAD DPM Responsibilities: Main Functions: Under guidance and management of the Programme Manager and NPA Country Director, The Environment Protection Officer is responsible for monitoring and managing the environmental impacts of NPA’s programme in Ukraine and for supporting the integration of environmental and climate considerations across programme operations. The position also provides technical support for the development and implementation of environmental initiatives and projects and promotes continuous improvement of NPA’s environmental performance. Areas of Responsibility: The Environment Protection Officer (EPO) shall: Coordinate staff trainings on environmental protection and climate change mitigation; Draft, implement, monitor and evaluate the Country Office Climate and Environment policy (Statement of Commitment) and/or Action Plan (and ensure that it is in accordance with NPA’s global Climate and Environment Policy) Coordinate, implement and monitor all NPA environment and climate change mitigation-related projects and activities in Ukraine; Implement NPA's climate and environment policy and environmental management system in Ukraine; Coordinate all NPA environment and climate activities with local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders and partners, including NPA’s Head Office; Conduct environmental assessments and develop mitigation measures and plans to minimise negative environmental impacts, and promote environmental enhancement opportunities within NPA Ukraine; Contribute to the development and implementation of climate change adaptation strategies to promote climate change resilience in NPA’s mine action operations. Coordinate the collection and reporting of data on NPA’s environmental performance as required by NPA’s Environmental Assessment and Management system (EAM) and/or donors; In cooperation with NPA’s partner(s) and Head Office, coordinate and contribute to the documentation and analysis of the impact from armed conflict and the use of explosive weapons on the environment. Specific Duties: Assist the CD and Programme Managers with developing NPA Ukraine's environment and climate policy-related work, including implementing NPA’s green tools and environmental requirements, in addition to developing projects and initiatives; Ensure that departments and program staff are aware of, and uphold, NPA’s global Climate and Environment Policy; Establish relationships, maintain and liaise with relevant authorities, environmental organisations, and other relevant stakeholders and networks; Coordinate the regular collection and reporting (at least yearly) of data to NPA’s Head Office on the Country Office’s environmental impacts, risks, mitigation measures, and issues, as identified in the Green Office Tool and for the ICRC Humanitarian Carbon Calculator. Serve as a coordination point to gather information identifying gaps in NPA’s climate and environment performance, and to identify opportunities to enhance NPA’s climate and environment performance; Seek to implement, or advise the Country Office management team to implement, environment activities, including identifying possible funding, greening activities, piloting new projects and activities, working with communities before/during/after mine action activities, and more. Contribute, develop and/or give input to concept notes, proposals and reports to the CD and the Programme Managers, in accordance to agreed deadlines and donors’ requirements. Target resources and work to improve the planning process so projects and operations are carried out with a focus on quality, cost efficiency, and impact. Ensure compliance with donor regulations and report any non-conformity issues to the CD and Programme Manager. Document the short-term and long-term damages to infrastructure by the use of explosive weapons and the war through research, data collection and photos. Contribute to a better understanding of the relationship between conflicts, conflict pollution, and environmental degradation, and how it affects civilians. Contribute to capacity development of programme staff and further organisational/methodology development. Training for emergency preparedness and response in case of environmental incidents during and/or caused by NPA operations; Making efforts to mitigate and prevent adverse environmental impacts, prevent pollution and degradation of soil, air and waterways; Provide reports on work and activities, including operations periodically and/or on request. Perform other related tasks or duties as assigned by the Country Director and/or the Programme Manager. Required qualifications: Must Have: Relevant higher education or equivalent qualifications in a relevant environmental science; At least 2 years of previous experience in a relevant role; Experience in the implementation of environmental risk assessments, environmental management systems, and development of mitigation measures. Proven ability to plan, develop and manage different projects, including monitoring and evaluation of projects; Proven ability to establish and maintain effective professional relations with relevant stakeholders, in particular national organisations and stakeholders. Written and spoken proficiency in the English language. Ukrainian mother tongue (written and spoken). Good computer skills. Desirable: Valid driving licence. Other qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to cooperate and work in a multi-cultural/multi-national setting. Solid analytical, structured and innovative skills. Be adaptable, flexible, and able to work in a hostile environment and under difficult circumstances. Additional Considerations: Abide by the policies and personal code of conduct set by the Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) and represent the organisation in a loyal and responsible manner. Adhere to the NPA Ukraine SOP at all times. Adherence to all internal regulations and disciplines set by NPA. About the Recruitment Process We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout Norwegian People's Aid. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please note, that only applications submitted through our career site will be considered. Applications and resumes sent via e-mail will not be reviewed. We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy and Anti-Corruption Policy, before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct. All policies related to ethics can be found on our website. We look forward to hearing from you!