Instructor

Position Title: Instructor 

Position type: Variable hours, competitive day rate 

Location: Lebanon 

Attention veterans! ARK Group is building its team of Instructors for upcoming projects in Lebanon. We're seeking experienced ex-military personnel with a passion for training and mentoring to make a real difference. Join our Talent Bank and be the first in line to hear about future opportunities.

Your Mission: 

• Deliver training on infantry tactics to partners, tailored to the local environment. 

• Be a strong leader, mentoring beneficiaries and officers. 

• Collaborate with local instructors, fostering knowledge sharing. 

• Embrace the challenge of austere environments. 

Requirements

You're a Perfect Fit If: 

• You're a veteran with infantry experience and a minimum rank of Senior Non-Commissioned Officer. 

• You have a proven track record of planning and delivering impactful military training. 

• You're a deployed veteran, comfortable in high-pressure situations. 

• You're IT Literate and can craft clear reports and presentations. 

• You possess robustness, motivation, and self-discipline. 

• You demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect for local nationals. 

Bonus Points for: 

• Experience in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. 

• Additional military qualifications in areas like range management & safety, support-weapons specialisations, mobility, first aid, reconnaissance, observation, communications. 

Benefits

Join a Team of Experts: 

ARK boasts a diverse team with backgrounds in diplomacy, humanitarian work, and the military. Our people are: 

• Smart: We think deeply about things. We’re proud of our institutional knowledge and our grounding in rigorous research, which we use to make informed decisions.   

• Humble: Our work leaves little room for pride or arrogance. Our operating environment is constantly evolving, and we recognise out limitations. We believe in and rely on the education and experiences of others while remaining quick to read, invite feedback, and ask sensible questions. 

• Accountable: Each of us want ARK, its partners, and beneficiaries to succeed. This means taking initiative, assuming ownership when necessary and never giving up on our beneficiaries. We are committed and accountable, to both our donors and the communities we serve.   

• Collegiate: We know we are stronger together and that every contribution counts. We trust each other and always support each other.   

• Outspoken: We tackle diverse challenges and we always want to find the best solution to a problem. We aren’t afraid to share our opinions and we want to hear those of others too.   

Be part of the solution. Apply Now! 

ARK Group is an equal opportunity employer. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. ARK Group does not discriminate on the basis of ability, age, gender identity or expression, national origin, race and ethnicity, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. We welcome all kinds of diversity. ARK Group places human dignity at the centre of its development and stabilisation work and is this committed to the protection from sexual exploitation and abuse of children and adults. All ARK Group employees and related personnel are expected to share this commitment and only those who also uphold these values will be recruited as part of our team. This vacancy is therefore subject to a range of due diligence checks.  

Any offer of employment is subject to successful award of project funding.