EOD / IEDD Instructor Full Time

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.

Tagged as: CTG (Committed To Good), Somalia