Procurement Officer (SOM-9045 / SOM-9046)

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: Procurement Officer

• Reference Number: SOM-9045 / SOM-9046

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: ASAP

• Employment Regime: Seconded

• Component / Unit: Chief of Staff Department/ Mission Support Department/

• Security Clearance Level: NOT REQUIRED

• Open to Contributing Third States: NO

• Reporting Line: The Procurement Officer reports to the Head of Procurement Section.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To conduct contracting and procurement processes for the Mission in line with established, professional and transparent procurement policies, rules and procedures;

• To assist and advise the Head of Procurement on legal issues related to the procurement cycle (from strategic planning to contract);

• To assist other units with contracting and procurement matters and procedures;

• To identify and promote opportunities for environmental sustainability in procurement processes from sourcing to contract management, in line with EU policies;

• To develop professional relationships and work partnerships with the European Commission and the European Union External Action Services involved in procurement processes;

• To develop professional relationships and work partnerships with procurement colleagues in other civilian CSDP Missions to exchange best practices.

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 4 years of relevant professional experience, after having fulfilled the education requirements.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Analytical skills and financial acumen;

• Ability to establish, plan and review priorities;

• Experience in using legally established professional and transparent procurement policies, rules and procedures.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Degree or certificate in management/business or public administration/law/procurement/ supply chain or other related field;

• Experience in planning and implementing projects and programmes;

• Experience in management of public procurement processes, preferably including EU procedures;

• Knowledge of current technologies used for Procurement such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System and electronic document management systems;

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

• Negotiation and supply market analysis skills;

• Knowledge of the EU Financial Regulation and the Practical Guide on contract procedures for European Union external action (PRAG);

• Knowledge of sustainable public procurement. .

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)