Itamar Levy
Moran,Israel
Summary
Results-oriented Mine Action Program Manager enthusiastic about taking on new challenges. Experienced with operating in conflict and post conflict environments. Strategic planner and clear communicator with an adaptable approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Apopo
Azerbaijan
07.2023 - Current
- Developed plans for Apopo's first ADS program in Azerbaijan , identified risks, set objectives and monitored progress towards completion.
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Developed and implemented emergency plans to prepare for security incidents and armed conflict.
- Set up evacuation and emergency response plans.
- Conducted training programs on safety protocols for personnel in case of emergencies.
Rapid Respond EOD Team Leader
FSD
Ukraine
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Planed, Conducted and supervised EOD tasks assigned to the team, including EOD spot tasks, minefields clearance and battle area clearance (BAC) operations.
- Organized, planned and coordinated numerous courses and training exercises for the EOD team members.
- Analyzed intelligence data to assess threats associated with potential explosive devices or hazardous materials.
- Monitored trends in explosives technology to identify new threats or vulnerabilities.
- Performed risk assessment prior to initiating any operation involving explosives.
EOD/Mine Action Supervisor & Project Manager
INMAA
Israel
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Developed UXO/mine clearance project plans, schedules and budgets for INMAA.
- Analyzed UXO clearance project requirements and identified potential risks and solutions.
- Liaise and conducted coordination meetings with relevant stakeholders and security agencies including Ministry of Defense (MOD), IDF, police, fire & ambulance services and other government agencies.
HMA Technical Manager
4M Analytics & 4M Defense
Israel
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented Mine Action procedures to comply with IMAS requirements.
- Conducted risk assessment and provided a comprehensive site-specific report on the potential risk posed by unexploded ordnance and landmines to proposed development/construction sites.
- Conducted research on new technologies related to explosive ordnance disposal.
- Monitored trends in explosives technology to identify new threats or vulnerabilities.
Operations Manager
DRC/DDG
Vietnam
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Leading and safely managing all mine action operations, as well as leading teams of national staff conducting EOD, BAC & NTS operations.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
- Liaising and coordinate DDG operations with local government, police and military.
- Designed and delivered EOD & NTS course to all levels.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
Mine Action Manager
DRC/DDG
Nigeria
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Developed Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) program for DRC/DDG in North East Nigeria.
- Established connections with the Nigerian Military and Police EOD units.
- Represented DRC/DDG in weekly security coordination meeting held by regional military command.
- Designed and provided EOD courses for the Nigerian Police EOD unit in Maiduguri as well as NTS course for DRC/DDG staff.
- Assisted DRC Safety & Security Manager with conducting High Risk safety and security courses.
- Provided risk assessment and post blast analyses following Boko-Haram attacks in the region.
Regional Manager
Green Horizons
Israel
11.2013 - 06.2017
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans for all outdoor activities.
- Organized and directed outdoor education adventure trips, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Recruited qualified instructors who were knowledgeable in a variety of outdoor activities.
- Ensured compliance with legal requirements governing health, safety and security standards.
- Assessed potential risks associated with each activity prior to implementation.
- Scheduled and coordinated events and activities with ministry of education operation/situation room, military, police and emergency services.
Operations & Project Manager
IEOD
Israel
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Developed and implemented Mine Action procedures to comply with IMAS and national standard requirements.
- Planed and supervised EOD and mine-clearance projects.
- Set up and led field operation for 6 months in Israel's first large humanitarian demining project on the Jordanian border at the Arava Valley.
- Liaise and coordinated safety and security matters with the IDF, police and other emergency services.
Technical Ops. & Project Manager
BS Maavarim
Israel / Angola
11.2008 - 05.2012
- Developed and implemented Mine Action procedures to comply with IMAS and national standard requirements.
- Planed and supervised EOD and mine-clearance projects in Israel and Angola.
- Planned and led risk assessment, survey and mine clearance project in Angola for Sonangol (national oil company).
- Developed, implemented, and maintained safety and security policies and procedures to meet the oil industry Health Safety and environment requirements.
Global EOD Officer & Instructor
The HALO Trust
Roving
03.2003 - 11.2008
- Organized, planned and coordinated EOD training for the EOD levels.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for EOD operations.
- Conducted research on new technologies related to explosive ordnance disposal.
- Analyzed intelligence data to assess threats associated with potential explosive devices or hazardous materials.
- Monitored trends in explosives technology to identify new threats or vulnerabilities.
- Advised senior management on best practices for responding to hazardous situations involving explosives remnants of war (ERW).
- Conducted post blast and mine accidents investigations.
- Led EOD operations for the clearance of weapons and ammunition stockpiles.
- Oversaw EOD operations and trainings in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Kosovo, Angola, Nagorno Karabakh & Mozambique.
Regional Manager (Central District)
Hugei Sayarut
Israel
12.2001 - 02.2003
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans for all outdoor activities.
- Organized and directed outdoor education adventure trips, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Recruited qualified instructors who were knowledgeable in a variety of outdoor activities.
- Ensured compliance with legal requirements governing health, safety and security standards.
- Assessed potential risks associated with each activity prior to
EOD/IEDD Bomb Technician
Israel Police Bomb Squad
Israel
10.1992
- Disarmed unexploded ordnance using specialized tools and techniques while ensuring safety protocols were met.
- Investigated suspicious packages or containers for possible explosive devices or components.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple agencies involved in response to an incident involving explosives.
- Participated in joint exercises with law enforcement personnel focused on responding to explosive threats.
- Provided technical support and guidance to personnel in the use of explosive ordnance disposal equipment.
- Assisted in formulating mission plans, operational strategies and tactical objectives.
- Conduct post blast investigations, collecting evidence and providing detailed reports of findings.
Education
MAT-KOSOVO
01.2021
GICHD
01.2019
M.A Political Sciences (Diplomacy & Security) -
Tel Aviv University
01.2011
International Disaster Management Course -
Bournemouth University
01.2009
The HALO Trust
01.2003
B.A. Archaeology -
Hebrew University
01.2002
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
01.1999
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
01.1998
Israel Police
01.1997
Israel Police
01.1995
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
01.1992
Skills
- Explosive Ordnance disposal and Humanitarian mine Action specialist
- Disaster & Emergency Management
- Emergency Response
- Program & project management
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Program Manager
Apopo
07.2023 - Current
Rapid Respond EOD Team Leader
FSD
07.2022 - 07.2023
EOD/Mine Action Supervisor & Project Manager
INMAA
10.2021 - 07.2023
HMA Technical Manager
4M Analytics & 4M Defense
01.2020 - 08.2021
Operations Manager
DRC/DDG
04.2018 - 12.2019
Mine Action Manager
DRC/DDG
07.2017 - 04.2018
Regional Manager
Green Horizons
11.2013 - 06.2017
Operations & Project Manager
IEOD
06.2012 - 10.2013
Technical Ops. & Project Manager
BS Maavarim
11.2008 - 05.2012
Global EOD Officer & Instructor
The HALO Trust
03.2003 - 11.2008
Regional Manager (Central District)
Hugei Sayarut
12.2001 - 02.2003
EOD/IEDD Bomb Technician
Israel Police Bomb Squad
10.1992
MAT-KOSOVO
GICHD
M.A Political Sciences (Diplomacy & Security) -
Tel Aviv University
International Disaster Management Course -
Bournemouth University
The HALO Trust
B.A. Archaeology -
Hebrew University
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
Israel Police
Israel Police
Israel Police Bomb Disposal Division
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