Job title: Country Training Representative
Company: Committed To Good
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! But do you know who we are? And what do we do? We provide tailored Human Resources and Staffing Solutions that support critical global initiatives across Humanitarian and Development sectors, and are now strategically foraying into new industries, including Construction, Energy, and IT, with a focus on high-risk regions. Here’s a list of services we offer:
- 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
Visit to find out more.Overview of position:
- Job Title: Country Training Representative
- Location: Nigeria & West Africa (Rotational basis)
- Package: Company flights, accommodation, medical, insurance, in-country transport
- Rotation: 9 weeks in-country. 3 weeks leave (Company flight provided)
Background information:
- A leading International Risk Management company is seeking a highly experienced and strategically minded Country Representative to lead its operations in West Africa. This person will be responsible for representing the company’s interests in-country, leading operational and training programmes, and ensuring high standards of professionalism, security oversight, and business development.
- The successful candidate will be a former Sandhurst-trained officer or a graduate from a similar international military academy. They should have a Special Forces background, significant command experience, and strong knowledge of British military training methods. A key part of the role involves acting as Chief Instructor for various training programmes delivered in the region.
Role objectives:
- Act as the senior in-country representative for the company, managing all operations, client relations, and local engagement.
- Lead and supervise security personnel and training teams across all sites.
- Deliver and oversee British-style military and security training programmes as Chief Instructor, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
- Maintain high levels of integrity, discipline, and operational discretion at all times.
- Engage in strategic planning and execution of business development initiatives in the region.
- Liaise with government, military, and private sector stakeholders to support the company’s goals.
- Manage in-country logistics, risk management, and compliance with local regulations.
- Provide regular reports to Head Office on operational status, threats, opportunities, and performance.
- Uphold and promote the company’s values in all interactions
Project reporting:
- This role will report to the ELT of Hart Security.
Key competencies:
- Graduate of Royal Military Academy Sandhurst or an equivalent international officer training institution.
- Former Command-level Officer within the British Armed Forces or a similar Tier 1 force.
- Completed recognised Special Forces selection and operational service (e.g., UKSF, SAS, SBS, or allied units).
- Formal training qualification and/or proven experience in a dedicated training role
- Relevant defence training qualifications (e.g., military instructor certifications or equivalent)
- Extensive operational experience in hostile or complex environments, preferably in Africa or similar regions.
- Strong understanding of British military training doctrine, with the ability to design and lead training courses to UK standards.
- High degree of business sense, commercial awareness, and stakeholder management.
- Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Team management:
- This role has no team management.
Further information:
- Previous experience working in West Africa or a similar geopolitical area.
- Fluency in French or local languages is a plus.
- Familiarity with donor-funded security programmes or working with NGOs, extractives, or government clients.
Application Process:
- Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their suitability for the role, focusing on operational leadership, training expertise, and business experience in complex environments.
Expected salary:
Location: Nigeria
Job date: Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:19:45 GMT