Chief of Staff (SOM-9015)

3-2026 Call for Contributions — EUCAP Somalia

European Union Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) | Published: 20.10.2026

Position Overview & Specifications

• Position Title: Chief of Staff

• Reference Number: SOM-9015

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: 01 Mar 2027

• Employment Regime: Seconded

• Component / Unit: Chief of Staff Department

• Security Clearance Level: EU SECRET

• Open to Contributing Third States: NO

• Reporting Line: The Chief of Staff reports to the Head of Mission (HoM).

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To supervise the Office of the Chief of Staff and the following units: Planning, Reporting and Evaluation, Mission Support, Human Resources and the Press and Public Information section;

• To administratively coordinate the special advisers to the Head of Mission (Legal, Political, Human Rights, Gender and Environment and the Mission Analytical Capability Analyst), in absence of the Deputy Head of Mission;

• To manage the Mission headquarters functions and ensuring all aspects are globally considered for Head of Mission’s / Deputy Head of Misson’s decision-making and for the analysis of the internal reporting of Mission activities;

• To ensure all Mission activities are consistently planned, supported and executed in a qualitative manner;

• To organise the regular senior management team meetings, all staff meetings, periodic Mission implementation meetings;

• To ensure Mission members are periodically updated on Mission implementation progress, resource requirements and the political and security situation in the Mission area;

• To ensure liaison and coordination are maintained with the EU Delegation, EU member states and the EU Special Representative office;

• To ensure liaison and cooperation are maintained with the local authorities as well as with governmental and non-governmental organisations and other national or international stakeholders;

• To ensure Mission Standard Operating Procedures are properly developed, implemented and periodically reviewed;

• To ensure that liaison and coordination are maintained with the EU Delegation, EUTM Somalia, EU NAVFOR Atalanta, the representatives of EU Member States and Contributing Third States, according to Head of Mission’s / Deputy Head of Misson ‘s directions;

• To contribute to the training of Mission members;

• To implement gender-responsive leadership and ensure gender and human rights mainstreaming internally and externally in mandate implementation;

• To uphold a strict zero tolerance policy to misconduct, including all forms of harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination and abuse, and proactively ensure an equal and inclusive work environment for all staff;

• To lead and manage Brussels Support Elements (BSE) in the areas of MHQ/Operations and Mission Support deployed in the EEAS/CivOpsHQ;

• To raise awareness of staff on their rights, obligations and appropriate standards of behaviour, including existing formal and informal complaint and support mechanisms;

• To act as the primary focal point on task assignment and coordination between CivOpsHQ and the Mission, thus advising and prioritising resources and planning to ensure informed processes and advisory to Head of Mission / Deputy Head of Misson.

General Tasks and Responsibilities

• To identify and report on lessons learned and best practices within the respective area of responsibility;

• To contribute and ensure timely reporting on activities within the respective area of responsibility;

• 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).

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of university studies of at least 4 years attested by a diploma OR a qualification in the National Qualifications Framework which is equivalent to level 7 in the European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the second cycle under the framework of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Master's Degree OR equivalent and attested police and/or military education or training or an award of an equivalent rank; AND

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education requirements, out of which a minimum of 5 years at senior coordination/management level.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exercise collaborative, sound and effective leadership;

• Ability to guide, manage, mentor and motivate a professionally diversified and multicultural team;

• Establish, plan, and review priorities;

• Communicate and engage with senior officials and governmental decision makers;

• Knowledge of human rights, gender equality and Women, Peace and Security commitments.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree/MBA in management, business administration or other related subjects, or international/national certificate/diploma in management/leadership;

• Professional qualification and/or certificate in management/leadership;

• Experience in performance and change management;

• Experience in strategic analysis, planning and reporting;

• Experience in liaison with governmental and law enforcement institutions (such as ministries, agencies, coast guard, police, prosecution, judiciary, customs etc.);

• Experience in strategic management and/or public administration;

• International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and international organisations.

Application Procedure & Guidelines

Deadline for applications: 12 November 2026 at 17:00 (Brussels time / CET).

Candidates holding the citizenship of an EU Member State must apply using Goalkeeper:

• Already registered on Goalkeeper with EU Login: https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/web

• New applicant without a Goalkeeper account or EU Login: https://goalkeeper.eeas.europa.eu/registrar/web/DPA/357/details.do

• Seconded Positions: Some positions are only accessible to Seconded candidates. Please contact your National Seconding Authority (NSA) to be included in their list of seconded candidates. A Goalkeeper profile is required.

• Contributing Third States (CTS): Seconded candidates from contributing Third States (non-EU) must contact their NSA and submit their application through official national channels using Annex 3 application form.

• Recruitment Contact: For information relating to selection and recruitment, contact Civilian Operations Headquarters (CivOpsHQ): Mr. Moha CHARKI via [email protected]

Official Mission Documents

• Annex 1 - Requirements and Job Descriptions: Download Annex 1 (PDF)

• Annex 2 - List of Recommended Equipment: Download Annex 2 (PDF)

• CivOpsHQ Privacy Statement: Download Privacy Statement (PDF)