Officer, NATO military Command and Control (C2) Capabilities Development

Primary Location

Belgium-Brussels

NATO Body

NATO International Staff (NATO IS)

Schedule

Full-time

Application Deadline

10-May-2026, 9:59:00 PM

Salary (Pay Basis)

8,273.12

Grade

NATO Grade G17-G20

• SUMMARY
  
  
  

The NATO Office of Resources (NOR) provides independent expert technical, financial, economic and policy advice and support to the Secretary General, NATO Resource Committees, Allies, and other stakeholders on the planning, allocation and utilization of military common funding made available to achieve NATO’s goals and objectives.

Within the Command and Control (C2) & Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Capabilities Unit under the MDC Branch, the Officer C2 Capabilities evaluates military requirements and associated technical solutions from an investment, running cost and workforce point of view. The incumbent may be required to replace the Branch colleagues during their absence.

• QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
  
  
  

The incumbent must:

• have a Master’s degree or equivalent level of education in computer science, electronic engineering or very closely related science/engineering fields;
• have at least 5 years of experience in the field of development and/or procurement and/or maintenance of complex systems, or related fields;
• be able to demonstrate knowledge of project/programme management principles and methodologies;
• demonstrate the ability to communicate complex technical and financial advice, both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences; and
• 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:

• experience in development, delivery or resourcing of interoperable C2 capabilities;
• knowledge of National/Multinational funding or NATO’s common-funding processes and procedures;
• knowledge of ISR.
• MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
  
  
  

Expertise Support: Provide independent expert advice to stakeholders in NATO committees, national delegations, NATO agencies, as well as military authorities on NATO capabilities and resource implications. Assess requests to implement programmes and projects (including scope analysis, schedule, cost, performance and risk estimates, programme/project management aspects and policy compliance) to meet NATO military requirements. Assess budgets required for the operation and maintenance of the related capabilities. Follow NATO common funded capabilities through their entire lifecycle.

Policy Development: Contribute to policy development on NATO military common-funded resources as appropriate. Apply existing policies on the implementation, and operation and maintenance of NATO capabilities.

Stakeholder Management: Develop coordination between all NATO bodies and national authorities leading or supporting the through-lifecycle of NATO common-funded capabilities, from initial programming to disposal.

Representation of the Organization: Present NOR reports and screening documents in front of Resource Committees. Act as Chairperson of various technical meetings representing the NOR. Conduct and lead meetings on NATO common-funded projects, involving different stakeholders from NATO member nations, NATO Military Authorities and NATO Agencies, at different work and management levels.

Perform any other related duty as assigned.

• INTERRELATIONSHIPS
  
  
  

Reporting line: The incumbent reports to the Team Lead, C2 & ISR Unit within MDC Branch.

Interactions: The incumbent liaises with appropriate NATO Agencies, NATO Military Authorities and national authorities and other members of the International Staff.

Direct reports: N/A

Indirect reports: N/A

• COMPETENCIES
  
  
  

The incumbent must demonstrate:

• Achievement: creates own measures of excellence and improves performance.
• Analytical Thinking: sees multiple relationships.
• Change Leadership: expresses vision for change.
• Impact and Influence: uses indirect influence.
• Initiative: is decisive in a time-sensitive situation.
• Organisational Awareness: understands organisational politics.
• Teamwork: solicits inputs and encourages others.
• 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.

Please note that the International Staff at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium is a non-smoking environment.

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