Adoption Officer: Defence & Commercial Partnerships

NATO; Halifax; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A division within NATO is seeking Adoption Officers to enhance innovation for defence uses. Responsibilities include designing strategies and building partnerships that foster growth for dual-use innovators. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least 3 years' experience in managing projects, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Positions are available in Halifax, Canada, and will involve collaboration across NATO’s member states. This role offers a tax-free salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Household and children's allowances

Excellent private health insurance

NATO pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience managing complex multi-stakeholder projects.
• Experience using analytical tools to provide actionable insights.
• Demonstrated experience speaking to a larger audience at events.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable strategies for DIANA’s portfolio of innovators.
• Cultivate high-impact partnerships to accelerate pathways to market.
• Engage with Allied investors and capital partners.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong relationship-building skills

Proactive and adaptable

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

A division within NATO is seeking Adoption Officers to enhance innovation for defence uses. Responsibilities include designing strategies and building partnerships that foster growth for dual-use innovators. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least 3 years' experience in managing projects, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Positions are available in Halifax, Canada, and will involve collaboration across NATO’s member states. This role offers a tax-free salary and excellent benefits.