Nurse (SOM-9100 / SOM-9102)

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: Nurse

• Reference Number: SOM-9100 / SOM-9102

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: 01 Sep 2027

• Employment Regime: Seconded / Contracted

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

• Security Clearance Level: NOT REQUIRED

• Open to Contributing Third States: YES

• Reporting Line: The Nurse reports to the Senior Medical Adviser (SMA)/Head of Medical Section.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To work from any of the Mission operating bases;

• To assist, support and provide guidance to the (Senior) Medical Adviser on all medical, admin and welfare matters as required;

• To deputise as Medical Adviser in their absence;

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

• To prepare and perform medical briefings and training for all Mission Members as required by the (Senior) Medical Adviser;

• To liaise with other relevant healthcare providers in the Mission area;

• To be responsible for everyday medical activities such as diagnosing and identifying appropriate medical procedures, medical issues and agreeing treatment methods (preventive and/or curative);

• To support the (Senior) Medical Adviser in assessing medical requirements for further treatment in theatre;

• To cooperate and support the (Senior) Medical Adviser with medical evacuations/repatriations/escorting of patients out of theatre;

• To assist Mission Members where advanced medical treatment is required in close cooperation with external medical providers and the medical insurance company;

• To maintain the medical section / unit pharmacy, ordering and procurement of medication, services and other supplies;

• To respond to medical incidents and emergencies on a 24/7 basis;

• To ensure the contents of Basic Life Support, Trauma Kits medical equipment and assets are up-to-date;

• To maintain the accident, incident and illnesses database;

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

• To provide medical guidance to all staff members and undertake reporting and liaison requirements with Finance and Human Resources on certified and uncertified sick leaves – both in and out of theatre.

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 of 4 years of relevant professional experience, including hands-on experience in an A&E department, primary care, pre-hospital or intensive / anaesthesia care or equivalent after having fulfilled the educational requirements;

• Provide a "Certificate of good standing" issued by a competent National Authority.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

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

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Flight Medical and/or MEDEVAC experience;

• Diploma in (ATLS) Advanced Trauma Life Support, AMLS (Advanced Medical Life Support), PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support). ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) trained;

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

• Instructor Diploma in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) support;

• Knowledge of tropical medicine;

• International experience, particularly in crisis areas with multinational and/or international organizations;

• Experience in delivering medical/nursing training in emergency medicine, trauma and health care.

• 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)