Alternative National Service Officer (ضابط خدمة وطنية بديلة) 2026

Job PurposeTo provide the necessary support to the Senior National Service Affairs Administrator in implementing the operational plan of the Operations Unit, and to maintain continuous engagement with Alternative National Service conscripts.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative RoleAdhere to the Authority’s policies and procedures and the strategy of the Alternative National Service Section.Supervise the preparation of periodic reports and submit them to the direct manager.Organizational RoleSupport and develop a positive work environment, encourage teamwork, promote creativity and innovation, and facilitate knowledge sharing.Provide effective professional support through continuous coordination with stakeholders to deliver required services.Support coordination of communication channels with other departments and sections within the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority and enhance their effectiveness and impact.Functional RoleSupervise the implementation of refresher training for Alternative National Service conscripts from previous cohorts in accordance with the approved refresher training plan issued by the Qualification Section, and submit training reports to the National and Reserve Service Authority.Prepare and implement recall plans for Alternative National Service conscripts during crises and emergencies threatening food security, in coordination with the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority and the National and Reserve Service Authority, and in accordance with issued recall decisions.Observe and apply security instructions when accessing and updating Alternative National Service program data in line with directives of the National and Reserve Service Authority.Plan and supervise conscript graduation activities at the end of the Alternative National Service program, in coordination with concerned entities within the Authority.Prepare, implement, and follow up on media coverage plans for all Alternative National Service activities, in line with approved media policies and directives of the National and Reserve Service Authority, and obtain approval from the Head of Operations Unit.Identify requirements for uniforms and safety equipment for conscripts and coordinate with concerned entities within the Authority to provide them.Submit lists of accepted and rejected candidates for Alternative National Service at vital food establishments and logistics companies to the Head of Operations Unit, who in turn submits them to the National and Reserve Service Authority.Implement graduation arrangements for conscripts at the Authority based on instructions from the Head of Operations Unit (e.g., venue booking, distribution materials, printing participation certificates, and other logistical arrangements) in coordination with relevant stakeholders such as the Authority’s Communication Team.Develop work plans for Training Coordinators to supervise and monitor operational plans of the Alternative National Service program.Supervise and monitor the performance of Training Coordinators during implementation of the program.Perform any other tasks assigned by the direct manager.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.2 years of experienceLanguagesAdvanced Arabic skills (writing and speaking)Advanced English skills (writing and speaking)