Role purpose

The GiZ Team Leader (TL) has a significant impact on how potential clients assess Control Risks’ capabilities. The TL is responsible for setting and maintaining the highest standards of team presentation and capability to the client and will coordinate the direction and management of the team. The GiZ TL ensures that the team meets all operational and training standards with assistance from the training team and that the team is fully compliant with Control Risks’ standard operating procedures (SOPs) and doctrine at all times. The GiZ TL assists in mission planning for all tasks as detailed by the Operations Manager. The GiZ TL is responsible for the professional delivery of operational briefs to both the team and clients when required.

Role and Responsibility

Demonstrates competence in Control Risks’ SOPs and personal skills

Displays client etiquette, discipline and maintain Control Risks’ low-profile approach

Remains informed about the threats and key issues in Iraq

Conducts vehicle and dismounted contact and immediate action drills

Maintains advanced first aid skills

Possesses competent navigation skills including map-reading, compass and use of GPS

Uses vehicle-mounted and handheld communications systems

To be fully conversant and comply with Rules for the Use of Force (RUF)

Maintains competence in all required skills through regular formal assessment

Management responsibilities

Conducts certifiable instruction in all relevant operational and medical team requirements in accordance with Control Risks’ training directives

Ensures the team maintains a professional approach, appropriate client etiquette, discipline and presentation

Ensures that the team conducts effective administration, including vehicle maintenance, equipment husbandry/accountability and reports and returns

Operational responsibilities

Assists in conducting risk assessments and operational planning

Issues orders to team members and brief clients in line with SOPs when required

Conducts venue and route recces and produce reports

Commands the team and issue direction to clients

Provides emergency medical and primary health