Senior National Adviser

• EUCAP

  Vacancy for National Staff LM003 Senior National Adviser

  Duty Station: Mogadishu Availability: As soon as possible Post Category: Adviser

  Group Classification: 1

  Reporting Line:

  The Senior National Adviser will be under the direct supervision of Deputy Head of Mission and will report to him/her.

  Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To advise the HoM/DHoM in all matters related to the execution of the Mission’s mandate and to assist her/him in carrying out her/his functions;
• To contribute to the articulation and implementation of the key areas of the Mission’s mandate and advisory processes and the facilitation of effective relations of the federal and state governments with the relevant coordination structures by liaising between the Somali authorities and principal international partners as instructed by HoM/DHoM;
• To support the Mission’s work on security and justice (Police, Maritime Security & Rule of Law), federalization, the constitutional reform and legislative regarding the aspects of internal security and justice (Police, Maritime Security & Rule of Law);
• To provide sound advice and context background to inform programmatic actions on the Mission’smandate implementation;
• To contribute to better articulation of Mission’s mandate in relation to the Somali political and policy context, including all relevant strategic documents, such as the National Development Programme and its successor, the decision of the National Consultative Council (NCC) and its implementation, etc.;
• In close cooperation with the Senior Political Advisor to provide sound advice to the Mission on security and political dynamics within Somalia, including Somaliland, and in relation with its neighbours;
• To support the Mission Analytical Capability in finding information regarding sensitive processes and Somali counterparts;
• To contribute to advocate for the Mission’s mandate implementation in Somalia with federal and statestakeholders and international and regional partners;
• To translate and interpretate from Somali to English and vice versa during meetings, events, conferences, etc. Translating of written Somali (newspaper articles, correspondence, letters, strategic documents, concepts, etc.) into written English and vice versa;
• To accompany the HoM/DHoM to external meetings, and to translate in those meetings when needed and provide readouts of these meetings;
• To summarise information and prepare briefing materials for the HoM/DHoM;
• To ensure a smooth information flow within, from and to the Head of Mission Office and other Mission organisational units and offices and support the Executive Officers in their tasks;
• To establish and maintain relationships with the Mission senior management;
• To be aware of any relevant issues within the Mission that could impact on HoM/DHoM;
• To contribute to the political aspects of press and public information activities, including assisting in clearance of draft press releases, public statements and articles as appropriate and support the PPIO officers in their tasks;
• To assist the HoM/DHoM in clearing Mission reports;
• To maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with assigned tasks and responsibilities, as well as with all EUCAP documents and information;
• To contribute to mission reporting in the area of competence;
• To take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• To undertake any other related tasks as requested by the Line Manager(s).

  Essentials Qualifications and Experience:

• Successful completion of university studies of at least 4 years attested by a diploma (Master Degree). The qualification should be in Law or equivalent/related field, such as human rights or political science; AND
• After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience within an international organization, government, private company or a law firm, with substantial experience in international, administrative, public and regulatory law matters.
• Experience of working in a complex environment with multiple actors.
  

  Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Drafting, reviewing, editing and presentation skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet;
• Ability to maintain objectivity in complex scenarios and to display sensitivity and sound judgement;
• Organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines, and a concern for order and accuracy;
• Familiarity with diplomatic protocol;
• Strong organizational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks in an energetic environment with multiple priorities;
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi- cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Excellent communication and analytical skills in both written and spoken English and Somali language;
• Experience in translations from Somali to English and vice versa;
• Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion.
  

  Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• A PhD in law or equivalent/related field, such as human rights or political science;
• Having a wide network to public officials in the Federal Government of Somalia;
• Previous professional experience working in an international organization;
• Education and/or Certificate as a professional translator/ interpreter from Somali to English and vice versa;
• Knowledge of maritime issues in the host country and at international level;
• Knowledge of relevant jurisprudence in the host country;
• Knowledge of European Security Defence Policy (ESDP) Missions and EUCAP activities in Somalia;
• Ability to work without supervision, complete assigned tasks within strict deadlines and consistently maintain quality and accuracy in performance of duties;
• Able to maintain a clean, safe and hazard free working environment. Meticulous time keeping, and ability and willingness to work additional hours if required.
  

  Special Note:

• Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical check.

How to Apply

Application form can be downloaded from: https://bit.ly/3DRSkNa
• Send filled in application to jobs@eucap-som.eu electronically only;
• Applications will be considered only when using the Application Form (AF),
indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for;
• Please, fill in only one application form containing maximum 2 positions you
apply for;
• More than one application form will not be accepted from the same applicant,
in case more than one is sent, the earliest will be taken into consideration;