We are seeking highly a motivated specialist to join our team at NISRF (Sigonella Italy) as Staff Assistant (Data Management).
ABOUT YOU
You will bring substantial professional experience in geospatial information acquisition and management and a mix of technical, analytical, and domain-specific skills. In this role, you will support the J2 Intelligence Division by contributing to informed decision-making, while enhancing situational awareness and operational readiness. Specifically, you will provide geospatial support to all digital users across the Core AGS network. and the Main Operating Base (MOB).
Your duties will include but are not limited to:
Loading and maintaining the Geospatial Strategic Baseline of NATO to the AGS Core;
Acquiring geospatial products and data from NCS and operational Commands;
Disseminating new GI to SHAPE and other NCS Commands as directed by SHAPE;
Managing the flow of both hard and soft copy designated GI / supplemented GI to and from NISRF which also includes the deployed elements;
Maintaining a soft copy Designated GI store.;
Managing and administrating static geospatial systems at the Main Operation Base (MOB);
Ensuring and managing the provision of geospatial data and services to AGS Core systems;
Operating one CoreGIS Cartographic Workstation;
Acting as a point of contact on geospatial data issues for the FAS administrators AGS Core network;
Leading on all aspects of archiving of supplemented GI (data, product and metadata);
Liaising directly with all geospatial Data Managers in NCS on all aspects of geospatial data management as well as attending of the NATO CoreGIS Data Manger Meeting;
Coordinating with NISRF Data Manager Branch to avoid duplication of efforts;
Managing the transfer of GI between the different NATO Networks (NU, NR, NS, AGS Core, etc.);
Manipulating geospatial data in appropriate formats to support AGS Core requirements and products generation.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
Profound post-related experience, including knowledge of and expertise in management of geospatial information, products and data;
Higher Secondary education and completed higher vocational training in geography, computer science or related discipline leading to a formal technical or professional certification with 3 years function related experience, or Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post related experience;
Advanced knowledge of Geographic Information Systems, Databases and Spreadsheet;
Adequate knowledge of Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems;
A good command of English both written and spoken.
Desirable:
Experience in the development and fielding of Geographic Information Systems.;
Experience with GI maintenance, processing and dissemination;
Previous experience covering joint staff functions, preferably in a NATO/military environment;
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in geography, land surveying, civil engineering or relates disciplines with 2 years professional experience;
NATO Geospatial Orientation Course, or equivalent.
YOUR SKILLS
Technical and data acquisition and management skills;
Relevant analytical skills to critical evaluation of data accuracy and limitations;
Ability to communicate complex findings to non-specialist audiences;
Excellent stakeholder communication and coordination;
Ability to perform an extensive range and variety of complex activities;
Ability to prioritize the workload to meet short notice urgent operational tasks.
WHY TO WORK FOR US?
By joining our organization, you will be part of a multi-national team while working towards NATO`s common goal of safeguarding peace and promoting democratic values for over a billion people. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism, where every individual’s work makes a difference and has a meaningful impact on the mission and operation of the Alliance. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
YOUR TEAM
NISRF
The NATO Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Force (NISRF) is a multinational NATO Force established in mid-2015 as the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Force (NAGSF) and based in Sigonella, Italy. The NATO ISR Force is a foundational component of NATO's Joint Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (JISR) structure. Since its establishment, NISRF has grown and developed steadily. With NISRF the Alliance now has extensive Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance capabilities at its disposal at the Sigonella Air Base in Sicily.
The Joint Staff is a structural modification established to meet strategic and operational planning needs. The workforce in these Divisions gathers and analyses information to support decision-making and optimizes resource utilization. Effective coordination and communication across the different divisions are crucial for aligning actions with the command's objectives and strategic goals. The J2 Intelligence Division provides essential intelligence support to inform decision-making processes. By collecting, analysing, and disseminating critical information, J2 helps in identifying potential threats and opportunities. The integration of J2 into the Joint Staff structure ensures that intelligence operations are closely aligned with the strategic objectives of the command, thereby enhancing situational awareness and operational readiness.
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HOW TO APPLY
Ready to make an impact and work in an international environment?
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Please attach any documentation (proof of highest education, diplomas, certificates, testimonials etc.) that you consider to be particularly relevant to the qualification requirements specified in this advertisement. Any documentation submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by at least an unofficial translation. Please note that upon taking up duties, candidates will be asked to provide original certificates of their education and professional experience as relevant for this vacancy.
CONTRACT
Serving civilian members of NATO will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations. Newly recruited staff will be initially offered a definite duration contract of three years. Thereafter, an indefinite duration contract might be offered.
SALARY/BENEFITS
- Salary values indicated in this vacancy notice are based on NATO`S Single Salary Spine scale;
- The salary is tax free including (where eligible) expatriation, family and children's allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff;
- Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme;
- Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible);
- Retirement Pension Plan.
TEST/INTERVIEW
The selection process will consist of multiple stages. Candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted by the Recruitment Team and receive detailed information on subsequent steps. The process will conclude with an interview.
NOTE:
NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection process, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating tools. NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools. All applications prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.
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