Senior Police Adviser (SOM-9162)

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: Senior Police Adviser

• Reference Number: SOM-9162

• Duty Station / Location: Mogadishu

• Availability: ASAP

• Employment Regime: Seconded

• Component / Unit: Operations Department/Field Office Mogadishu/Police Unit

• Security Clearance Level: EU CONFIDENTIAL

• Open to Contributing Third States: NO

• Reporting Line: The Senior Police Adviser reports to the Senior Police Advisor/ Head of Police Unit, Field Office Mogadishu.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• To operationalise the Mission's mandate by providing strategic advice, mentoring and capacity building to the key Somali counterparts, including the Somali Police Force (SPF) and the Federal Darwish.

• To support the operationalisation and development of the SPF and its entities in line with the National Security policies.

• To identify institutional capacity gaps, provide strategic analysis and recommendations, and support the implementation of sustainable reform measures.

• To design, coordinate and deliver training and mentoring programmes in support of federal policing priorities.

• To advise on the development and implementation of policing strategies, policies and procedures, with particular emphasis on planning, command and control and institutional development.

• To promote cooperation and coordination between the SPF, the Federal Darwish, Federal Member State Police Forces and other national security institutions, developed through command and control in policing structures.

• To work closely with mission advisers and units, providing strategic policing advice to Senior Mission Management and contributing to the Mission's integrated approach.

• To maintain effective strategic relationships with key Somali authorities and international partners, UN entities and other relevant stakeholders supporting police and security sector reform.

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.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to mentor, advise and motivate local counterparts;

• Experience of designing and delivering training;

• Planning and project development skills;

• Negotiating skills with local interlocutors.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience in leading and coordinating international efforts to support host state reforms in the area of Security Sector/Rule of Law;

• Experience of working on maritime security;

• Experience in strategic analyses, planning and reporting as well as a sound understanding of strategic and operational considerations;

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

• Knowledge of security policy, law enforcement strategies, reform of police service organisations and police administrative functions.

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)