Important Note: this post is stationed in Kyiv, Ukraine, rated as an extreme risk location by the NATO Office of Security (NOS). Special security measures will apply for those assigned or travelling. Family members will not be relocated with the incumbent.

1. SUMMARY

The NATO Representation to Ukraine (NRU) helps implement and direct cooperation between NATO and Ukraine. The Mission Security and Safety Team (MSST) is the focal point in the Joint Intelligence and Security Division (JISD), for all security and safety requirements for staff travelling and working abroad, including coordinating security management support and oversight for the NRU.

Taking a risk-based approach, the Senior Regional Security Officer (SRSO) leads and manages all security and safety requirements at the NRU to ensure that personnel, information and infrastructure are appropriately protected, in accordance with NATO security standards. The incumbent is expected to be able to operate in semi/non-permissive environments and to work outside normal office hours, as required.

2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The incumbent must:

·possess a university degree or an equivalent level of qualification, in a relevant field;

·have at least 5 years’ experience working on security related to the protection of personnel, premises, security systems and CIS abroad, including experience in managing or leading teams;

·possess relevant experience in incident/crisis planning and management as well as field work experience;

·have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as proven presentation, briefing and chairing abilities;

·possess the following minimum levels of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one I (“Beginner”) in the other.

The following would be considered an advantage:

·experience in security and/or cybersecurity and in training delivery in a NATO Member State’s Government or military or in an international public organization;

·knowledge in counter-intelligence / insider threat, open-source intelligence and the link between security and business continuity;

·knowledge of Ukrainian and/or Russian.

3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Project Management. Lead the security function in the NRU for security and safety of the premises, staff and CIS, including cyber security support and management and oversight of access control, guard force, mobile operations and emergency preparedness. Maintain an ongoing evaluation of risks to the NRU as well as resources for use in emergencies. Maintain office security by conducting physical security inspections of facilities, issuance of identity cards, vetting and other security requirements. Lead and support projects.

Knowledge Management. Undertake research and analysis of the threats, risks, security conditions and vulnerabilities to produce associated assessments and define adequate protective measures. Collect and administer data and information connected to the safety and security of staff at NRU.

Expertise Development. Keep abreast of new and emerging security technologies to ensure that the NRU remains protected. Initiate, formulate or amend policies, plans and procedures. Ensure adherence to the NATO Security Policy and supporting directives. In coordination with the MSST, enable appropriate security measures and responses with regard to safety and security of staff.

People Management. Lead the Security Office. Create a motivating and effective workplace. Provide in-depth mentoring, coaching and training opportunities and be available to offer guidance at critical moments. Ensure that all staff under their responsibility are clear on Organizational and NRU objectives. Provide regular and fair feedback on performance

Planning and Execution. Take full ownership, develop and maintain the security and safety plan (SSP) for the NRU. Lead, contribute, oversee and manage security tenders and delivery by providers to enable the continued secure operation of the NRU. Contribute to designing and conducting simulation exercises and trainings.

Undertake any other related tasks as required.

4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS

Reporting Line: The incumbent reports to the Deputy Senior Representative, NRU with a dotted reporting line to the MSST.

Interactions: The incumbent has direct and privileged access to the Senior Representative, NRU, in order to exercise their security authorities. The incumbent will also work closely with other relevant divisions and manages the outsourced private security company providing services to the NRU (via a designated in-country security manager). The incumbent also leads the NRU interaction with the host nation law enforcement, security and intelligence services, as well as with other diplomatic missions and International Organisations in Kyiv, to obtain relevant threat information.

Direct reports: 2 (1 Civilian Staff and 1 Locally Engaged Staff)

Indirect reports: N/A

5. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent must demonstrate:

·Achievement: Creates own measures of excellence and improves performance;

·Analytical Thinking: Sees multiple relationships;

·Clarity and Accuracy: Monitors others’ work for clarity;

·Conceptual Thinking: Applies learned concepts;

·Customer Service Orientation: Makes things better for the customer, addressing underlying customer needs;

·Impact and Influence: Uses indirect influence;

·Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;

·Teamwork: Solicits input and encourages others.

6. CONTRACT
Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of one year; possibility of 2 renewals for up to one year (1 1 1 year).
Contract clause applicable:
This post is required for a limited period to support the NRU.  As employment in this post is of limited duration, the successful applicant will be offered a definite duration contract of one year, which may be renewed for two periods of up to one year if required to support the NRU.
If the successful applicant is seconded from the national administration of one of NATO’s member States, a one-year definite duration contract will be offered, which may be renewed for two periods of up to one year if required to support the NRU, and subject also to the agreement of the national authority concerned.
Serving staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.

7. USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:

  • For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (link);
  • For all other applications: www.nato.int/recruitment

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Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate), approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser, verification of your study(ies) and work experience, and the successful completion of the accreditation and notification process by the relevant authorities.

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8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NATO is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strives to provide equal access to employment, advancement and retention, independent of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, cultural background, sexual orientation, and disability. NATO welcomes applications of nationals from all member Nations, and strongly encourages women to apply.

NATO is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible working environment, where all candidates living with disabilities can fully participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require reasonable accommodation, please inform us during your selection process.

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Due to the broad interest in NATO and the large number of potential candidates, telephone or e-mail enquiries cannot be dealt with.

Applicants who are not successful in this competition may be offered an appointment to another post of a similar nature, albeit at the same or a lower grade, provided they meet the necessary requirements.

The nature of this position may require the staff member at times to be called upon to travel for work and/or to work outside normal office hours.

The organization offers several work-life policies including Teleworking and Flexible Working arrangements (Flexitime) subject to business requirements.

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