SHAPE is looking for employing a qualified and suitable candidate to fill this post as a temporary staff for a period of 6 months. If you meet the requirements described in the job description below and wish to work in a fast paced international environment, this post is for you.
In view of the nature and of the urgency of this temporary position, it is important for candidates to be available for temporary employment. In practice, this implies being in possession of valid NATO security clearance at the time of application, or having been in possession of such a clearance with the possibility to reactivate it swiftly. We therefore only encourage applications for this post if you are already, or have previously been, in possession of a valid NATO security clearance.
1. Post Context/Post Summary
Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) provides an integrated Strategic Effects framework, employing a multi-domain and multi-region focus to create a 360-degree approach, with the flexibility to enable, upon direction, a seamless transition from Baseline Activities and Current Operations (BACO) up to the Maximum Level of Effort (MLE). SHAPE supports SACEUR in fulfilling his terms of reference, as directed by the North Atlantic Council.
The J7 Division sets the requirements for the preparation, collective training and exercising, and evaluation of command and control entities assigned to NATO, to meet the full spectrum of current and future Alliance Operations and Missions.
Evaluation Inspectorate Branch provides evaluation direction and programmes in line with ACO Force Standards.
The Staff Officer (Strategic Policy and Joint Standardisation) supports evaluation and certification staff with expertise on policy and ACO Force Standards (AFS), ensuring that NCS/NFS HQs and forces are respectively prepared and certified. This post supports that Staff Officer with analytical work and the creation and management of a database that allows the collection of Standardization data in support of Interoperability.
2. Principal Duties
• To act as ACO focal point for all management of joint military operational standardization data.
• To be responsible for the implementation and application of superior HQ policy, guidance, directives, doctrines, procedures and regulations regarding standardization data.
• To develops initiatives and address issues related the collection and analysis of data.
• To provide feedback and inputs to development of subordinate HQ policy covering standardization data.
• To consult and co-operate laterally with other functional or regional NATO HQs at the same level across all functional areas.
• To assist with the preparation of briefings, background papers and standards related talking points for the SHAPE Command Group via the Evaluation programme and the ACO Management Board where appropriate.
• Assist with the coordination of ACO’s military standardization activities.
• Provides liaison with the NATO Standardization Office (NSO).
• Supports ACO representatives in Working Groups and Panels subordinate to Military Committee Joint Standardization Board with standardization data, including the analysis of trends and emerging issues.
• Coordinates data used in the preparation of standardization proposals, standardization tasks and reviews of for Allied Joint Publications.
• Develops and maintains dashboard for leadership, to facilitate informed decision making in a timely manner. Sets up clear lines of communication to facilitate collaboration, communication and transparency of activities.
• Develop and sustain relations with NATO civilian and military structures, as well with subject matter experts in academic institutions to complement the chain of command reporting.
• Coordinates SHAPE tasker assignments for assigned area of responsibility.
3. Special Requirements and Additional Duties
The employee may be required to perform a similar range of duties elsewhere within the organisation at the same grade without there being any change to the contract
The incumbent may be required to undertake TDY assignments within NATO’s boundaries and be willing to work unsocial hours.
The work is normally performed in a Normal NATO office working environment. Normal Working Conditions apply.
4. Essential Qualifications
a. Professional/Experience
• Experience working for NATO and /or national Ministries of Defence/ Defence Agencies in post related to Standardization and interoperability.
• Comprehensive understanding of the NATO structure, concepts, policies and procedures.
• Experience in operating in a political sensitive environment where various different national interests are at stake.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead, motivate and engage a diverse and multidisciplinary team
• Possess high level of knowledge of operational concepts and procedures at the joint level.
• Proven ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, complex technical and professional advice in a clear and understandable way to both expert and non-expert audiences
b. Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from an institute of recognized standing, in a field relevant for this position, or similar work experience gained through service at a national level or international organization of at least 2 years.
c. Language
English - SLP 3333 - (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)
5. Desirable Qualifications
a. Professional Experience
• Experience in systems architecture and database management.
• Proven experience in Strategic planning, Advance planning and Crisis planning in a NATO Headquarter
• Experience in the development and application of NATO Standards
b. Education/Training
• Completion of the relevant NATO Standardization Course
6, Attributes/Competencies
Personal Attributes: The personal attributes that the incumbent should display, are a set of combined attributes that will be reflected as well in the incumbent’s personal work but also in the divisions work. In their autonomous work the incumbent should reflect critical thinking and analysis skills in order to be able to provide insightful inputs in the daily activity, to evaluate complex issues and develop pragmatic solutions. However, the candidate should be able to also work in a team, respecting the team members and adapting to the team needs. The post requires multitasking activities, capability to adapt to fast-pace and intense workload, high standards of personal and professional behaviour. The incumbent must display tact and diplomatic skills in order to be able to successfully work in an international community where different cultural values and styles exist.
Professional Contacts: In order to accomplish the required duties, the incumbent must engage with a various range of Military and Civilian personnel within the NATO Command Structure as well as from across SHAPE. Dealing with different nations and entities implies working with a high level of understanding, maturity and displaying a high level of diplomatic tact. The candidate must assure that the information collected and validated in the meetings are shared with the relevant personnel in order to enhance the overall effectiveness of the team.
Contribution To Objectives: This post supports military implementation of the Standardization policy aspects of J7 functions in accordance with SACEUR exercising his command functions. It supports advice for ACO in order to achieve the desired objectives by enabling standardized and interoperable forces; developing, maintaining, and improving their capabilities.
WHAT WE OFFER
· 6 months contract - 38 hours per week schedule;
· 2.5 paid days of leave per month worked;
· Fulfilling working atmosphere in an international and military community;
· Salary: 6,713.06 EUR the remuneration of temporary personnel will be specified in their contracts. It is exempt from taxation in the Host Nation.
· Benefits package: temporary personnel are covered by a benefits package which consists of an additional sum of 12% of basic salary for pension purposes basic medical and accident insurance provided under the NATO Group insurance contract (death and invalidity). The total premium for the medical and accident coverage in 2026 will be at 2.57% of the temporary staff member’s salary (2.32% for the medical benefits and 0.25% for accident), payable 1/3 by the temporary personnel and 2/3 by the Organisation”.
· For staff eligible under NATO rules, there is also a dependent child allowance and coverage for dependent children for medical benefits;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applications are to be submitted using NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP) (https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang-en )
Applications submitted by other means (e.g. mail, e-mail, fax, etc) are not accepted.
Application Process :
NTAP allows adding attachments. A copy of the qualification/certificate covering the highest level of education required by the job description must be provided as an attachment.
Essential information must be included in the application form. Particular attention should be given to Education and Experience section of the application form. The application should be in English.
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide original documentary evidence and a set of copies supporting statements in their applications.
After submitting your application, you will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application.
Remarks:
A) Only nationals from the 32 NATO member states can apply for vacancies at SHAPE.
B) Applications are automatically acknowledged within one working day after submission. In the absence of an acknowledgement please make sure the submission process is completed, or, re-submit the application.
C) Candidates’ individual telephone, e-mail or telefax enquiries cannot be dealt with. All candidates will receive an answer indicating the outcome of their application.