Performance Auditor

NATO; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 78 000 - 106 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The International Board of Auditors for NATO (IBAN) invites applications for a performance audit role based in Brussels. The incumbent will assist Primary Auditors as a team member for performance audits across NATO bodies and may lead less complex audits.

Extensive travel across NATO member countries is expected, and occasional work outside normal hours may be required. Candidates should hold a university degree, have 4+ years in performance auditing, and be proficient with ISSAIs and audit

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent required.
• At least 4 years of relevant performance audit experience.
• Knowledge of ISSAIs promulgated by INTOSAI.
• Knowledge of performance auditing techniques and audit software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• NATO official languages: English Advanced and French Beginner.
• Willing to travel extensively (about half the year) and work outside normal hours.

Responsabilités

• Assist Primary Auditors as team member for performance audits.
• Act as lead auditor for less complex audits when required.
• Contribute to NSIP audits and NSIP expenditure reviews.
• Develop expertise on NATO entities, auditing practices and knowledge sharing within the Board.

Connaissances

Performance auditing

ISSAI knowledge

Audit software

Oral and written communication

Travel readiness

English (Advanced)

French (Beginner)

Formation

University degree or equivalent

Description du poste

Primary Location Belgium-Brussels

NATO Body NATO International Staff (NATO IS)

Schedule Full-time

Application Deadline 13-Sep-2026, 11:59:00 PM

Salary (Pay Basis) 8,273.12

Grade NATO Grade G17

SUMMARY

The International Board of Auditors for NATO (IBAN) is an independent, external audit body that carries out external audits of NATO bodies, assimilated entities and of the NATO Security Investment Programme (NSIP).

The incumbent will assist Primary Auditors as a team member for performance audits of NATO bodies as assigned by the Board, in accordance with the auditing standards adopted by the Board. The incumbent may also act as lead auditor for less complicated performance audits and be assigned to audits of NSIP expenditure. The incumbent should be able to travel extensively (approximately half the working year) throughout NATO member countries.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• possess a university degree or equivalent level of qualification;
• have at least 4 years’ relevant performance audit experience;
• have knowledge of the International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (ISSAIs) promulgated by the International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI);
• possess knowledge of current performance auditing techniques including audit software;
• possess excellent oral and written communication skills;
• possess the following minimum levels of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one and I (“Beginner”) in the other; and
• be able to travel extensively (approximately half the working year) throughout NATO member countries and be prepared to work outside of normal office hours, if required.

ADVANTAGE

• experience using data analytics in performance audit;
• experience or knowledge of project management methodology and practice, and possessing a relevant certification or qualification, such as PRINCE2;
• prior performance audit work experience with, or be seconded from, a national Supreme Audit Institution;
• knowledge of the auditing standards promulgated by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC).

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

Project Management. Assist Primary auditors as team member for performance audits of NATO bodies as assigned by the Board, in accordance with the auditing standards adopted by the Board. When required, act as lead auditor for performance audits. If assigned to NSIP audits, act as team member on audits of NSIP project expenditure, in accordance with the auditing standards adopted by the Board.

Expertise Development. Ensure continuous professional development of audit skills as well as knowledge of NATO, NATO entities and activities and auditing practices at other International Organisations.

Knowledge Management. Prepare and present clear, convincing and timely audit reports and/or findings in accordance with the auditing standards adopted by the Board. Communicate reports and results with the Board, other auditors and auditees. Control the quality, quantity and relevance of data input. Contribute to the maintenance of knowledge and information sharing within the Board. Ensure an efficient flow of information within the audit team.

Perform any other duty as assigned.

INTERRELATIONSHIPS

Reporting Line: The incumbent conducts the audit work under the supervision of the Board.

Interactions: The incumbent works closely with the Principal Auditor, Senior Auditors and other Auditors. The incumbent must maintain close working contacts with officials of NATO bodies and national representatives in host countries. During the audit process, the incumbent works closely with supervisors, support staff and management at the audited entities.

Direct reports: N/a

Indirect reports: N/a.

COMPETENCIES

• Achievement: Works to meet standards;
• Analytical Thinking: Sees basic relationships;
• Clarity and Accuracy: Checks own work;
• Conceptual Thinking: Sees patterns based on life/work experience;
• Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems;
• Empathy: Reads non-verbal cues and understands meanings;
• Impact and Influence: Takes multiple actions to persuade;
• Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;
• Teamwork: Co-operates.

CONTRACT

Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years; possibility of renewal up to a maximum of 9 years’ service. Contract clause applicable: It has been decided that for technical reasons, turnover is required in this post, and therefore, the maximum period of service in this post is normally six or nine years. Accordingly, the successful applicant will be offered a 3-year definite duration contract, which may be renewed twice, for a further period of up to 3 years each . 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 twice for a further period of up to 3 years subject also to the agreement of the national authority concerned. Serving NATO staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the IBAN Charter and NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations .

Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries.

More information about the recruitment process and conditions of employment, can be found at our website (http://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/recruit-hq-e.htm)

NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of reference documents without proper quotes (plagiarism), or any tools available on internet, including but not limited to translation facilities, or generative artificial-intelligence (AI) 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 tools will be rejected without further consideration, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.

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.

For information about the NATO Single Salary Scale (Grading, Allowances, etc.) please visit our website . Detailed data is available under the Salary and Benefits tab.

NATO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process.