Officer, NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG)

Primary Location

Belgium-Brussels

NATO Body

NATO International Staff (NATO IS)

Schedule

Full-time

Application Deadline

16-Mar-2026, 12:59:00 AM

Salary (Pay Basis)

6,713.06

Grade

NATO Grade G15-G17

• SUMMARY
  
  
  

The Defence Industry, Innovation and Armaments Division (D2IA) leads on the rapid development and delivery of cutting-edge and interoperable defence capabilities, working with innovation ecosystems and industry across the Alliance to meet NATO’s deterrence and defence needs.

The incumbent is responsible for providing subject matter expertise, for bringing the NATO Industrial Advisory Group (NIAG) perspective and contributions to NATO capability delivery efforts within the Alliance and, as appropriate, working with Partners. In this context, the incumbent’s main responsibility is coordinating and leading the work of the NIAG and its sub-structure.

• QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  
  
  

The incumbent must:

• have a university degree or equivalent qualification;
• have at least 4 years of relevant professional experience;
• possess knowledge of defence industry, military armaments systems/equipment including platforms, weapons and associate support equipment;
• have excellent drafting skills and experience in preparing policy documents, background and speaking notes for senior management;
• possess the following minimum levels of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one; II (“Elementary”) in the other.
  
  
  

The following would be considered an advantage:

• knowledge of armaments planning matters and how they relate to other planning disciplines within the NATO defence planning framework;
• experience working in a multilateral environment or an environment with a variety of stakeholders from multi-cultural backgrounds;
• knowledge of the Alliance’s political and military consultative processes, key defence industrial matters on its agenda and capability development processes.
• MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Policy Development: Provide expert advice, support and recommendations in the formulation of NIAG cooperation. Oversee the preparation of committee documentation dealing with all aspects of NIAG activities as well as coordinate with other committees and bodies in related policy development.
• Expertise Development: Draft clear and concise documents, reports, background briefs and speaking notes. Draft papers in support of the activities of the NIAG. Keep abreast of the defence industrial sector and related defence industrial production and capacity matters.
• Information Management: Assist the Chair of the NIAG with the preparation of agendas, decisions sheets and reports resulting from meetings. Initiate the necessary follow-up action concerning the decisions of the NIAG and its sub-structure and contribute to the timely execution of directives issued by the committee. Support the Chair of the NIAG in activities related to their participation in CNAD and other NATO meetings.
• Stakeholder Management: Promote co-operation amongst nations in the fields of industry in relation to the NIAG. Monitor the activities of other groups involved in related fields and liaise with them on a regular basis. Serve as Co-ordinating Officer for the NIAG.
• Project Management: Develop and oversee the implementation of annual programme of work of the NIAG. Plan and support execution of the NIAG Study Programme. Contribute to the planning and organisation of the NATO Industry Forum, NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum, and other flagship defence industry engagement events.
  
  
  

Perform any other related duty as assigned.

• INTERRELATIONSHIPS
  
  
  

Reporting Line: The incumbent reports to the Head, Industry Engagement Unit.

Interactions: The incumbent liaises with government, military and industry representatives of NATO nations.

Direct reports: N/a

Indirect reports: N/a.

• COMPETENCIES
  
  
  

The incumbent must demonstrate:

• Analytical Thinking: sees multiple relationships.
• Clarity and Accuracy: checks own work.
• Conceptual Thinking: applies learned concepts.
• Customer Service Orientation: takes personal responsibility for correcting problems.
• Impact and Influence: takes multiple actions to persuade.
• Initiative: is decisive in a time-sensitive situation.
• Organizational Awareness: understands organisational climate and culture.
• Teamwork: expresses positive attitudes and expectations of team or team members.
• CONTRACT
  
  
  

Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years; possibility of renewal for up to three years, during which the incumbent may apply for conversion to an indefinite duration contract.

Contract clause applicable:

In accordance with the contract policy, this is a post in which turnover is desirable for political reasons in order to be able to accommodate the Organisation's need to carry out its tasks as mandated by the Nations in a changing environment, for example by maintaining the flexibility necessary to shape the Organisation's skills profile, and to ensure appropriate international diversity.

The maximum period of service foreseen in this post is 6 years. The successful applicant will be offered a 3-year definite duration contract, which may be renewed for a further period of up to 3 years. However, according to the procedure described in the contract policy the incumbent may apply for conversion to an indefinite contract during the period of renewal and no later than one year before the end of contract.

If the successful applicant is seconded from the national administration of one of NATO’s member States, a 3-year definite duration contract will be offered, which may be renewed for a further period of up to 3 years subject also to the agreement of the national authority concerned. The maximum period of service in the post as a seconded staff member is six years.

Serving staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Régulations.

NOTE: Irrespective of previous qualifications and experience, candidates for twin-graded posts will be appointed at the lower grade. Advancement to the higher grade is not automatic, and will not normally take place during the first three years of service in the post.

Under specific circumstances, serving staff members may be appointed directly to the higher grade, and a period of three years might be reduced by up to twenty four months for external candidates. These circumstances are described in the IS directive on twin-graded posts.

• 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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• 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.

Candidates will be required to provide documented medical evidence to support their request for accommodation.

Building Integrity is a key element of NATO’s core tasks. As an employer, NATO values commitment to the principles of integrity, transparency and accountability in accordance with international norms and practices established for the defence and related security sector. Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote good governance through ongoing efforts in their work.

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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