Weapons and Ammunition Management Training Officer

Job description

CTG overview

CTG was established in 2006, almost 20 years ago, in Afghanistan. We currently operate in 35 countries and have approximately 11,500 staff members committed to good!

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•Staffing solutions and HR management services
•Monitoring and evaluation
•Fleet management and logistics
•Facilities management
•Sustainability and Communications Advisory
•Election monitoring and observation
•IT professional services
•Medical assistance

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Overview of position

CTG is advertising this role only for talent pool building purposes.

Role objectives

Under the supervision
of the WAM Operations Specialist, the WAM Training Officer is responsible and
will perform the following tasks and functions:

• Deliver the WAM training activities, ensuring quality control of training content, and overseeing the evaluation of training outcomes.

• Update and manage an existing comprehensive database of trained participants from the National Defense and Internal Security Forces of the Central African Republic, ensuring data protection and confidentiality standards are upheld.

• Help develop and update training materials, training sessions, and propose any necessary modifications or improvements to the training.

• Provide administrative and logistical support for WAM training activities, including documentation, reporting, and materials preparation

• Assist in managing surplus ammunition stock and overseeing destruction processes under the guidance of the WAM Operations Specialist. Is this relevant to the training position? Maybe relate it to the training purpose

• Providing technical support on ammunition handling, movement, storage, and disposal.

• Provide assistance in technical support for capacity building related to explosives, ammunition, and weapons storage management as required.

• Assist in the development of plans, database updates, reports, and other documentation related to WAM training program activities.

• Assist in ensuring that all advice and support adhere to international standards, including IATG and MOSAIC.

• Ensure that all training and advisory support complies with HRDDP requirements when engaging national security forces.

• Support the implementation of lessons learned and best practices.

• Assist the WAM Operations Specialist in coordinating Weapons and Ammunition Management (WAM) and Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM) activities.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the WAM Operations Specialist.

Expected output
include but are not limited to:

Delivery of Three WAM Training Sessions: Successfully prepare and deliver three (3) structured WAM training sessions, comprising:

• One (1) Basic WAM Training

• One (1) Intermediate WAM Training

• One (1) Advanced WAM Training

Training sessions were delivered to designated NDSF personnel in CAR in accordance
with the approved training schedule.

Project reporting

• Under
  the supervision of the WAM Operations Specialist.

• After
  training, reports have to be submitted within 5 days after completion

• After
  activity report has to be submitted within 3 days after completion of any
  technical support provided with regard to weapons and ammunition
  management.

Key competencies

• Advanced University
  Degree in the field of Engineering (particularly Chemical, Mechanical, or
  Civil) or Logistics Management (Master’s Degree in Strategic Management,
  Logistics and Supply Chain Management or equivalent) with a minimum of 5
  years of relevant experience. Or

• Military or Police
  Experience at the Senior NCO (Non-commissioned Officer) or Officer level
  (or equivalent) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is
  required.

• Minimum 5 years of
  progressively responsible experience in fields related to weapons and
  ammunition management, physical security, stockpile management, or similar
  areas (essential).

• Minimum 5 years of
  experience in: WAM/PSSM Capacity Building by Training Development and
  Delivery, and related Policy Development (essential).

• Minimum 5 years of
  experience in conducting technical assessments of Small Arms and Light
  Weapons (SALW) and Physical Security and Stockpile Management (PSSM)
  (essential).

• Minimum 2 years of
  experience working and delivering specialized training with International
  organizations (e.g., UN, NATO, OSCE), involved in PSSM, WAM and
  Disarmament DDR (desired).

• Minimum Level 2
  Certified in IMAS Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) qualification,
  according UN standards, from an international recognized training
  institution (essential).

• Minimum Level 4
  Certified Ammunition Specialist in line with IATG 01.90 or related
  professional qualification (essential).

• Certified UN
  SaferGuard on International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG) or
  Modular Small Arms Control Implementation Compendium (MOSAIC) Training.

• Experience working
  in a non-permissive environment.

• Fluent in French and
  working proficiency in English (essential).

• Develops and
  implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long-term and
  externally in order to positively shape the organisation. Anticipates and
  perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities
  on other parts of the organisation.

• Treats all
  individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and
  encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical
  norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for
  diversity and inclusion.

• Demonstrates
  understanding of the impact of one’s own role on all partners and always
  puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external
  relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the
  role).

• Efficiently
  establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to
  accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through
  concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the
  initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources
  maximises our impact on our beneficiaries.

• Open to change and
  flexible in a fast-paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to
  suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and
  modifies own behaviour. Performance is consistent, even under pressure.
  Always pursues continuous improvements.

• Evaluates data and
  courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an
  unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and
  creativity to problem-solving.

• Expresses ideas or
  facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a
  consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and
  proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively by overcoming
  differences of opinion and finding

Team management

• This
  role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified
  female candidates are strongly 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.