Staff Officer (Engagement) JSEC, Ulm

NATO; Ulm; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A multinational defense organization is seeking a highly motivated Staff Officer (Engagement) to coordinate tasks and develop engagement plans. The ideal candidate will have a university degree or higher secondary education with vocational training, along with military experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a multi-national team dedicated to promoting peace and democratic values.

Leistungen

Salary is tax-free

Private health insurance scheme

Generous annual leave

Retirement Pension Plan

Qualifikationen

• 2 years function related experience or 4 years post related experience with vocational training.
• Experienced Officer with a military background.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

Aufgaben

• Develop a mid- and long-term engagement plan.
• Advise on outreach activities and support leadership.
• Contribute to planning information and communication activities.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical thinking

Judgement and decision-making

Ability to influence

Proactive self-starter

Ausbildung

University Degree or Higher Secondary education with vocational training

Tools

Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems

Jobbeschreibung

ABOUT YOU

We are hiring a highly motivated individual to join the Joint Support and Enabling Command (JSEC) as Staff Officer (Engagement), NATO Grade 15.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and post-processing JSEC engagements, as well as synchronizing all necessary activities within JSEC to support these engagements. While utilizing your comprehensive understanding of joint & combined NATO operations, you develop a mid- and long-term engagement plan, advise on outreach activities, plan and coordinate the development of preparation packages and contribute to the information and communication activities. Your actions require clarity of thought, sound consistent judgement, good interpersonal and communication skills to cooperate with other NATO commands/stakeholders. Your work will play a key role in the development of permanent or annual StratCom documents, communication plans and directly contribute to the successful accomplishment of the JSEC engagement process.

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YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have

• University Degree and 2 years function related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 4 years post related experience;
• Experienced Officer with a professional background of a NATO Joint Combined Staff;
• Comprehensive understanding of joint & combined NATO operations;
• Understanding of the working and planning procedures on operational and tactical level;
• Experienced in staff procedures in a multinational military staff environment;
• Familiar with NATO regulations and procedures related to engagement and StratCom;
• Working knowledge of Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems;
• A good command of English both written and spoken.

The following would be considered as an advantage:

• Any further training certificates and courses related to subject field or acquired through NATO;
• Experience in NATO or other missions (joint & combined as SME or in respective staff functions for StratCom/Info Ops/PSYOPS/Public Affairs/KLE at operational, military-strategic or MOD-level);
• Experience and skills utilizing respective directives and documentation and implement them in the planning.

YOUR ROLE

• Develop a mid- and long-term engagement plan;
• Advise the Command Group (CG) on outreach activities to support JSEC leadership in close coordination and Public Affairs (PA);
• Plan and coordinate the development of preparation packages for CG level engagements;
• Establish and maintain relation to various engagement communities & nations and support the establishment and maintenance of a functional network with nations;
• Represent the Branch Head in JSEC battle rhythm/events if required;
• Contribute to the planning of information & communication activities (ICA) as integral part of JSEC planning and decision-making processes (e.g. OPP, campaign synchronization);
• Support in the preparation, conduct and post-processing of StratCom-related boards / working groups / meetings, e.g. COMMSWG;
• Participate in NATO conferences / meetings / boards.

To read more about the role in detail, please click here NATO AWACS | NIC and select "download" under the respective job title.

YOUR SKILLS

• Clarity of thought, sound consistent judgement, good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to influence others and coordinate with various national/international stakeholders and offices,
• Capable to understand the significance of a supportive information environment for NATO and JSEC activities and the impact of efficient engagement / outreach activities
• Analytical thinking and the ability to draw right and timely conclusion for future planning
• Proactive, self-starter attitude paired with the ability to work in a team and with minimum supervision;
• Ability to utilize respective directives and documentation and implement them in the planning.

WHY TO WORK FOR US?

By joining our organization, you will be part of a multi-national team while working towards NATO`s common goal of safeguarding peace and promoting democratic values for over a billion people. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism, where every individual’s work makes a difference and has a meaningful impact on the mission and operation of the Alliance. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

YOUR TEAM

Headquarters JSEC provides a resilient operational-level Joint Headquarters, capable of supporting 24/7 operations to coordinate enablement (at the operational level) and, on order, the execution of reinforcement by forces (RbyFo) and sustainment flow in order to contribute to the Alliance's ability to project and sustain combat power into a Joint Operations Area (JOA).

The Communications Directorate (J10) has the responsibility for planning and execution of Strategic Communications (StratCom) in accordance with higher HQs direction and guidance and HQ RRAs as functional command for SACEUR’s AOR.

The Strategic Communication Branch (StratCom) is responsible for the execution of Strategic Communications, preparing direction and guidance for the HQ communication capabilities and information staff functions.

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HOW TO APPLY

Ready to make an impact and work in an international environment?

Click here NATO - NATO Vacancies to apply directly via the Talent Requisition Platform. After creating a candidate account, select the job title you are applying for and complete the application form which includes a pre-screening questionnaire.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

Please attach any documentation (proof of highest education, diplomas, certificates, testimonials etc.) that you consider to be particularly relevant to the qualification requirements specified in this advertisement. Any documentation submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by at least an unofficial translation. Please note that upon taking up duties, candidates will be asked to provide original certificates of their education and professional experience as relevant for this vacancy.

CONTRACT

Serving civilian members of NATO will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.

Newly recruited staff will be initially offered a definite duration contract of three years. Thereafter, an indefinite duration contract might be offered.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Salary values indicated in this vacancy notice are based on NATO`S Single Salary Spine scale;
• The salary is tax free including (where eligible) expatriation, family and children's allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff;
• Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme;
• Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible);
• Retirement Pension Plan.

TEST/INTERVIEW

Our recruitment team will provide further guidance for invited candidates.