Head of Finance (SOM-9038)

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: Head of Finance

• Reference Number: SOM-9038

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: ASAP

• Employment Regime: Seconded

• Component / Unit: Mission Support Department /Finance Section

• Security Clearance Level: NOT REQUIRED

• Open to Contributing Third States: NO

• Reporting Line: The Head of Finance reports to the Head of Mission Support.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To lead, manage and coordinate the staff and work of Finance Unit;

• To ensure sound and effective financial management of the Common Security Defence Policy Mission and the development of internal policies and procedures for finance;

• To define procedures for accounts, payments, petty cash, claims and other financial functions in a multicurrency system;

• To approve financial obligations, payments and disbursements;

• To ensure the integrity, accuracy and timely submission of internal and external financial reporting;

• To limit financial risk by taking action and evaluate the local banking infrastructure, the physical/electronic security of funds and internal controls;

• To liaise and cooperate on financial issues with the relevant supervising authorities and all other relevant actors;

• To ensure that external audits are carried out and their recommendations implemented;

• To coordinate the preparations for the Missions’ periodical budget, and liaise with Civilian Operations Headquarters and Foreign Policy Instrument;

• To identify goods and services required to improve the efficiency of the unit and define the technical requirements for procurement;

• To identify, manage and report the risks arising from the implementation of specific processes/systems/projects, including physical and electronic security of funds, and active, archived documents and transactions;

• To act as main Accounting Officer of the Mission;

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

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 6 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education requirements, out of which a minimum of 2 years at coordination/ management level.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to exercise collaborative, sound and effective leadership;

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

• Ability to establish, plan, and review priorities;

• Knowledge of accounting and general financial principles;

• Proficiency in at least one accounting software;

• Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• University and/or Master's degree in Economics/Finance/Banking/Accounting and/or specialised training/course in finance/accounting or other related or relevant field;

• Knowledge of current technologies used for Finance/Accounting like an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System;

• 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)