EUCAP

Vacancy for National Staff

LM008 Legal Officer/Translator

Duty Station: Mogadishu

Availability: As soon as possible

Post Category: Officer

Group Classification: 2

Reporting Line:

The Legal Officer/Translator will be under the direct supervision of appointed international Legal Reform Adviser and will report to him/her.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To provide legal expertise and advice on legal issues related to the host country legal framework, including advice on host country regulatory and other instruments, mechanisms and arrangements;
• To prepare, under the guidance of the Advisers, draft documents on legal issues pertaining to the implementation of EUCAP`s Mandate;
• To conduct research on legal issues related to public international law and relevant host country law;
• To assist the Advisers in all areas of their respective work, including liaising with local interlocutors, assisting in the preparation and delivery of legal training courses, the organization of workshops and other events;
• To translate documents from Somali into English and vice versa;
• To provide interpretation services in meetings with Somali interlocutors;
• To prepare talking points for the Advisers ahead of meetings with Somali interlocutors;
• To prepare and participate in meetings, conferences and other events, preparing meeting reports;
• To maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with assigned tasks and responsibilities, as well as with all EUCAP documents and information;
• Contribute to mission reporting in the area of competence;
• Contribute to the identification of lessons and best practice in the area of competence;
• Take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.

 GENERAL CONDITIONS

Citizenship – Applicants need to have citizenship of Somalia or have to be in possession of a work/residence permit in Somalia.

Integrity – The candidates must maintain the highest standards of personal integrity, impartiality and self-discipline within the Mission. The candidates are not allowed to provide or discuss any information or document as a result of access to classified and/or sensitive information relating to the Mission or respective tasks and activities. They shall carry out their duties and act in the interest of the Mission.

Flexibility and Adaptability – The candidates must be able to work in arduous conditions with a limited network of support, with unpredictable working hours and a considerable workload. They must have the ability to work professionally as a member of a team, in task forces and working groups with mixed composition (e.g. civilian and military staff) and be able to cope with extended separation from family and usual environment.

Availability – The candidates must be able to undertake any other tasks related with the competencies, responsibilities and functions of the respective position within the Mission, as required by the Head of Mission.

Physical and Mental Health – The candidates must be physically fit and in good health without any physical or mental problems or substance dependency which may impair operational performance in the Mission. To ensure duty of care in a non-benign environment, selected candidates shall be able to serve the full period of contract before reaching the normal age of retirement in the country of residence.

Serious deficiencies in any of these general conditions may result in termination of the contract.

1. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The following are essential requirements in respect of national experts to the Missions for all Job descriptions:

Education and Training – The candidate should have a recognised academic qualification under the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)1, or similar, at a level specified in the individual job descriptions.

Knowledge – The candidates should have knowledge of the EU Institutions and Mission Mandate.

Skills and abilities

Language Skills2– Spoken and written proficiency in English as the working language of the Mission. Certain positions may require higher language skills further specified in the individual job descriptions.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills – The candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral. In particular, they must be able to write reports in the working language of the Mission.

Organisational Skills – The candidates must have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines, and a concern for order and accuracy.

Computer Skills – Skills in word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail systems are essential.

Serious deficiencies in any of these essential requirements may result in termination of the contract.

III. ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES

National ID card or work/residence permit – The shortlisted candidates will provide the national ID card or work residence permit before the date of the interview.

Education diploma(s)/certificate(s) and/or professional certificate(s) – The selected national candidates must have and present to the mission the university diploma or the professional certificate/diploma, depending on the job description, before signing the contract or taking up the duties. Documents supporting educational qualifications and work experience should be accompanied by certified translations of the original documents in the English language, if issued in another language, in accordance with the European Commission Guidelines for Lifelong Learning, which ensures transparency in higher education and fair and informed judgements about qualifications.

Security Clearance – The selected candidates will have to be security cleared before they will sign the contract of employment.

Certificate/Booklet of Vaccination – The selected candidates must be in possession of a valid certificate/booklet of vaccination showing all vaccinations and immunisations received. They also must be vaccinated according to the required immunisations for the Mission area.

Medical Certificate – The selected candidates should undergo an extensive medical examination and be certified medically fit for Mission duty. As temporary measure and while the COVID-19 pandemic persists, Missions will request an extensive medical examination taking into account the exceptional circumstances of COVID-19 crisis. In a similar manner a dental examination should be certified where it is stated that no eminent dental issues are foreseen. A copy of the result of the medical examination as well as the certification must be provided by selected personnel and sent to the Medical Adviser of the Mission before joining the

Mission. Medical data will be handled with confidentiality and in line with EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the Standard Operating Procedure on the protection of personal data.

Deficiencies in any of the documents asked for a specific position may result in failure of the selection process.

1. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Gender balance – The EU strives for improved gender balance in CSDP operations in compliance with UNSCR 1325 on women peace and security.

Selection Process – The candidates considered to be most suitable will be shortlisted and, if needed, interviewed by video call/phone, before the final selection is made.

Information on the Outcome – The candidates will be informed about the outcome of the selection process after its completion.

Training – The selected candidates should complete induction and security/medical training upon arrival.

Data Protection – The EEAS, and its Directorate CPCC processes personal data pursuant to Regulation (EC) 2018/1725 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data by the EU institutions and bodies and on the free movement of such data, as implemented in the EEAS by the Decision of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of 8 December 2011. The Privacy statement is available on the EEAS website.

Essentials Qualifications and Experience:

• Successful completion of university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma. The qualification should be in Law or equivalent/related field, such as human rights or political science;

AND

• After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience, in practice of law in an international organization, government, private company or a law firm, with substantial experience in international, administrative, public and regulatory law matters;
• Substantial experience in translation and interpretation, including interpreting and translating for international experts;
• Knowledge of functions and practices of the host country and other Rule of Law systems;
• Knowledge of local legal terminology.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks in an energetic environment with multiple priorities;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, in difficult circumstances, as well as ability to communicate with personnel at all operational and strategic levels;
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Exemplary writing and editing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet;
• Excellent communication and analytical skills in both written and spoken English and Somali language;
• Teamwork oriented;
• Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master Degree in Law;
• Diploma or certificate in English Language skills, in both translation and interpretation, for example IELTS certificate or equivalent academic or professional training, evidenced by a certificate;
• Previous professional experience working in an international organization;
• Knowledge of maritime issues in the host country and at international level;
• Knowledge of relevant jurisprudence in the host country;
• Knowledge of European Security Defence Policy (ESDP) Missions and EUCAP activities in Somalia;
• Additional language skills are desirable;
• Good presentation skills;
• Ability to work without supervision, complete assigned tasks within strict deadlines and consistently maintain quality and accuracy in performance of duties;
• Able to maintain a clean, safe and hazard free working environment. Meticulous time keeping, and ability and willingness to work additional hours if required.

Special Note:

• Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical check.

Deadline for Applications: 12 March 2022 at 16:00 EAT

Application process

Send filled in application to [email protected] electronically only;

Applications will be considered only when using the Application Form (AF), indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for;

• Please, fill in only one application form containing maximum 2 positions you apply for;
• More than one application form will not be accepted from the same applicant, in case more than one is sent, the earliest will be taken into consideration;
• Applications should be filled in English;
• Only duly filled in English application forms will be accepted;
• Should you need additional employment records, you can modify the application form accordingly;
• All other forms of applications and/or after deadline submissions will be disregarded;
• None of the documents submitted will be returned;
• Due to the high number of applications received in each selection procedure, only shortlisted candidates invited for the interview phase will be contacted.