Medical Adviser (SOM-9099)

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: Medical Adviser

• Reference Number: SOM-9099

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: 01 Sep 2027

• Employment Regime: Seconded / Contracted

• Component / Unit: Security and Health Department/Medical Section

• Security Clearance Level: NOT REQUIRED

• Open to Contributing Third States: NO

• Reporting Line: The Medical Adviser reports to the Senior Medical Adviser.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To assist and advise the Head of Mission and the Senior Medical Adviser on all medical/welfare matters;

• To act as a focal point for the Mission Critical Incident Staff Assistance/Peer support programme and psychosocial/welfare matters;

• To deputise for the Senior Medical Adviser;

• To develop, organise and monitor the provision of primary care and first aid to the Mission;

• To contribute to plans and policies on all medical issues/health matters related to the provision of medical support to the Mission, including a medical emergency plan;

• To provide the necessary medical inputs for all Mission members especially with regards to operational planning; decision making processes and resulting orders and documents;

• To provide medical guidance to all Mission members and advise the relevant offices accordingly;

• To liaise with international civilian and non-governmental humanitarian and support agencies in the areas of operation when required;

• To assess the requirements for further treatment in theatre and/or the medical evacuation (by ground and/or by air) if Mission members are in need of (advanced) medical treatment due to illness or an emergency, in close cooperation with the medical practitioner in attendance;

• To coordinate and monitor the medical evacuation of staff as per Contingency Plans and SOPs, in close cooperation with healthcare providers and the Mission insurance company;

• To organise the use of available MEDEVAC capabilities (air and /or ground) inside or outside the areas of operation;

• To coordinate and perform Medical Briefings and First Aid Trainings, besides other medical training as required for all Mission members;

• To monitor the epidemiological and overall medical situation in the area of operation, promote and implement preventive medical and occupational health measures including hygiene and recommendations for immunisations;

• To gather all information related to medical support for the mission members, including social security and health and repatriation insurance, practical and administrative aspects;

• To assess on regular basis existing in- and out-patient medical treatment facilities (MTF) both local health service and others and regularly issue an updated list of available MTF in the areas of operation;

• To respond to medical incidents and emergencies on a 24/7 basis and provide regular emergency cover on a duty roster;

• Maintain meticulous medical and statistical records on all patient assessments, treatment and care, prescription of medicine.

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 in Nursing; and a minimum one-year post-graduate qualification attested by diploma in Emergency Medicine or Anaesthesia, Intensive Care or Primary Care; AND

• A minimum of 4 years relevant clinical experience, e.g. A&E (Acute and Emergency) or Pre-hospital or Anaesthesia/Intensive Care or Primary Care, out of which 2 years at management level or in the field of medical planning and administrative procedures, after fulfilling the educational requirements;

• Provide a "Certificate of Good Standing/Current Professional Status" or equivalent issued by a competent EU national authority.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge in drafting Standing Operational Procedures, medical planning documents, and decisions notes;

• Extensive knowledge of emergency medicine;

• Highly resilient and willing to work extra hours when required;

• Flight Medical and/or MEDEVAC experience;

• Experience in delivering medical training in emergency medicine, trauma and health care;

• Experience in planning/major incident medical management and support;

• Experience in assessing medical facilities, including under difficult conditions abroad;

• Knowledge of tropical medicine.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) trained General Practitioner (GP);

• Successful completion of Major Incident Medical Management and Support (MIMMS);

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate minimum provider level;

• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certificate or equivalent minimum provider level;

• Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) certificate or equivalent minimum provider level;

• Instructor Certificate Basic Life Support/ Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

• Knowledge of the Mission Area of Operation;

• Knowledge of Arabic.

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)