Overview of position
Our client in Somalia is supporting the capacity building of the Somali Police Force (SPF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams through training & mentoring. To enhance national self reliance & sustainability, they are seeking a highly experienced IEDD Instructor to conduct training & delivery of a Train the Trainer (ToT) program for SPF EOD personnel & upgrading the existing trained SPF EOD trained personnel to IEDD level.
Role objectives
The IEDD Instructor will be responsible for delivering IEDD training to SPF EOD teams & building the local Instructor capacity through ToT programs. The selected candidate will oversee practical & theoretical training modules, ensuring compliance with United Nations (UN) Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD) standards, International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) & best practices in Counter IED (C-IED_ operations. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Delivered comprehensive IEDD training packages, combining theoretical instruction & practical field exercises, aligned with our clients guidelines & international best practices.
Developed & institutionalized a structured ToT program, resulting in a sustainable national Instructors.
Enhanced operational readiness of SPF EOD personnel through consistent mentorship & On the Job Training (OJT), ensuring adherence to SOPs.
Strengthened national capacity in EOD / IEDD threat mitigation, search operations & tactical response planning for IED incidents through targeted training interventions.
Improved individual & team performance through quality assurance assessments, with detailed evaluations & actionable recommendations for continued professional development.
Supported the selection & procurement of IEDD equipment, ensuring compatibility with operational requirements & field conditions.
Produced detailed training reports & post training assessment summaries, including tailored recommendations for course adjustments & long term capacity building.
Facilitated coordination between our client, Somali Security Forces (SSF) & international stakeholders, contributing to improved interoperability & enhanced training outcomes.
Project reporting
After training report.
Monthly report.
Quarterly & end of the project report.
Key competencies
IMAS Level 3+ EOD (or equivalent military certification).
IEDD qualification.
Certified Instructor in C-IED & search operations.
Relevant training in ROV operation, combat engineering & explosive handling experence is desirable.
Strong instructional & mentoring skills, with an ability to adapt training methodologies to diverse learning needs.
Excellent communication & teamwork skills, capable of working in a multicultural & high risk environment.
Strong organizational & problem solving skills with attention to operational details.
Demonstrated ability to work independently & under stressful conditions.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in EOD / IEDD operations, with at least 5 years as an Instructor.
Proven experience in training & mentoring EOD & IEDD personnel, preferably in post conflict environments.
Experience in military logistics, procurement & management of IEDD equipment.
Experience in counter terrorist search & IEDD operations.
Strong background in operational quality assurance & explosive threat mitigation.
Hands on experience in ROV operation & maintenance.
Former experience of working in Somalia & supporting SSF is highly desirable.
Previous Somali deployment is an asset.
Fluency in English (written & spoken).
Working knowledge of Somali or other local languages is an asset.
Strong instructional & mentoring skills, with an ability to adapt training methodologies to diverse learning needs.
Excellent communication & teamwork skills, capable of working in a multicultural & high risk environment.
Strong organizational & problem solving skills with attention to operational details.
Demonstrated ability to work independently & under stressful conditions.
Team management
This role has no team management responsibility.
Further information
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.
Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility
· CTG encourages all candidates applying for this advertisement to ensure that their candidate profile is up to date with up to date experience / education / contact details, as this will help you being considered further in your application for this role.
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