Opportunities at HALO

Find out what makes The HALO Trust tick and what career opportunities HALO can offer you.

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At HALO, we believe each employee contributes directly to our growth and success. When you embark on a career with HALO, you will join a team of people with a shared commitment to making a difference in some of the most vulnerable communities in the world. The type of individual we seek to join us not only shares this commitment but also shares the values and standards that are at our core such as integrity, respect, courage and reliability.

As a HALO employee, you will contribute to the transformation of whole communities while developing skills and experience to support both your career and personal growth within HALO, whether that be in one of our over 30 programmes around the globe or in a support function based in the UK, USA or the Netherlands.

You could have the opportunity to work in, or visit, different countries and cultures, and you will be fully supported in your career with ongoing training and development. 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 form a diverse candidate pool.

There's never a dull moment out in the field. Find out more about life in HALO from some of our staff.

Health and wellbeing

Our employee's physical and mental wellbeing is important to us and is essential to the work that HALO undertakes. Steps we take include:

  • Medical advisory board proactively manage health risks in each location
  • Travel health advice and support
  • Occupational health provider supports all aspects of wellbeing including counselling
  • Paramedics and extensive medical packs in all locations
  • Comprehensive insurance for international staff

Training

HALO encourages ongoing personal development for all employees, including:

  • Formal and on-the-job training
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Shadowing
  • Job rotation

HALO deminers undergo rigorous procedure and safety training. International operations managers need to complete at least 7 months of training in Cambodia. Some staff do specialist training in clearing specific types of explosives.

All training is conducted in line with the United Nations International Mine Action Standards.

Employee benefits

Benefits vary based on where you're located:

  • UK staff get generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, non-contributory life assurance, flexible working and a cycle to work scheme.
  • International staff get accommodation, a daily living allowance, generous annual leave and three return flights to their home country each year.
  • US staff get generous annual leave, sick leave, contributory 401k saving plan, contributory health and dental insurance.

Interested in being part of the HALO team and having a career that is challenging, enjoyable and rewarding? Have a look at our current vacancies.