Maritime Adviser (SOM-9159)

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: Maritime Adviser

• Reference Number: SOM-9159

• Duty Station / Location: Garowe, Puntland

• Availability: ASAP

• Employment Regime: Seconded

• Component / Unit: Operations Department/ Field Office Puntland /

• Security Clearance Level: NOT REQUIRED

• Open to Contributing Third States: YES

• Reporting Line: The Maritime Adviser reports to the Head of Field Office Puntland. The Maritime Adviser works under the functional coordination of the Senior Maritime Adviser to ensure the alignment of maritime activities, technical harmonisation, operational coherence and consistency of engagement with counterparts.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To operationalise the Mission mandate and tasks as set out in the planning documents and the Mission Implementation Plan (MIP) by advising and mentoring local counterparts in the maritime area;

• To support the Mission`s efforts in addressing areas of structural weaknesses in the performance and accountability of counterparts/institutions and propose relevant solutions in the area of responsibility;

• To provide analysis and recommendations to the local counterpart in the area of responsibility;

• To be embedded within the local institution, security permitting;

• To ensure timely reporting on activities as per planning documents;

• To build and maintain relationships with relevant local and international counterparts and stakeholders;

• To liaise closely with other Mission horizontal advisers and provide policing advice to the Senior Mission Management and, as required, to other EU bodies, in particular in relation to maritime-related issues;

• To support the development of the local civilian maritime law enforcement agencies in the field of (community) policing in coastal communities and port policing through providing operational guidance, training and advice on the development and implementation of strategies, policies and procedures;

• To promote effective cooperation and information sharing between the civilian maritime law enforcement agencies and judiciary, to strengthen the first level of the judicial chain;

• To contribute to developing curricula and training concepts for coast guard functions courses.

• To contribute to elaborating Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs) concerning the Coast Guard Functions and performance of law enforcement at sea.

• To design and deliver training in basic maritime civil law enforcement.

• To design and deliver practical training on maintaining, operating, and handling vessels, seamanship, navigation and international law at sea and ports (IMO, ISPS).

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 3 years attested by a diploma OR a qualification in the National Qualifications Framework which is equivalent to level 6 in the European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the first cycle under the framework of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent and attested police and/or military education or training or an award of an equivalent rank; AND

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education requirements.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to mentor, advise and motivate local counterparts;

• Experience of designing and delivering training connected to the coast guard functions;

• Knowledge of EU Maritime Strategy and related policies and maritime law;

• Understanding of policies and organisational aspects of Coast Guard functions, maritime administration and maritime security;

• Good knowledge of Human Rights and Gender standards and practices.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

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

• Experience in working in the field of maritime safety and/or security;

• Ability to provide analysis, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic and operational considerations on law enforcement/maritime security matters.

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)