Programme Manager for 360 Setting and Scenario Production

Vector Synergy; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

VECTOR SYNERGY seeks a Programme Manager for 360 Setting, Scenario Production and OPFOR management in Stavanger, Norway. The role coordinates cross-divisional teams, manages timelines, risks, and reporting to support NATO exercises in a demanding 24/7 rhythm.

Candidates should have a university degree, extensive programme management experience, NATO-related knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office, MS Teams, Planview and OpenProject. NATO Secret clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree (e.g. Bachelors) in a relevant subject.
• Ten years experience as a Programme Manager.
• Two years within the last five in NATO, national equivalent or similar entity.
• Knowledge of NATO training, doctrine, planning and execution.
• Three years in last seven in a service contracts Programme Manager role.
• Programme management qualifications (PFQ, PMQ, PRINCE2, PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP).
• Knowledge of AI systems and their practical applications.
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Teams; experience with Planview/OpenProject.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, synchronize and plan project deliverables for JWC 360 Setting, Scenario and OPFOR.
• Coordinate contracted resource sharing across Enablement, Scenario and OPFOR divisions.
• Execute risk management activities throughout the programme.
• Identify cost-saving approaches within the Programme.
• Support strategic planning for JWC exercises.
• Coordinate cross-functional civilian and military teams.
• Assist in verifying and validating project deliverables.
• Establish operational standards for processes and procedures.
• Implement reporting structures and provide periodic progress reports.
• Support 360 contractors onboarding and practical requirements.

Skills

Adaptability

Loyalty

Communication

Assertiveness

Influencing

Initiative

Cooperation

Decision-Making

Analytical Thinking

Digital Proficiency

NATO knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

Planview

OpenProject

Job description

Programme Manager for 360 Setting and Scenario Production

Loading... Programme Manager for 360 Setting and Scenario Production Location: Stavanger, Norway Security Clearance: NATO Secret Deadline for application: 13/11 /2026 Tasking : Provide Programme management support for the JWC 360 Setting , Scenario and OPFOR Programme (JWC 360 Programme ). The Programme Manager must understand different aspects of the 360° which is delivered through the JWC 360 Setting , Scenario and OPFOR programme . They will support JWC NATO Civilian and military staff by establishing and/ or adjusting timelines for 360 projects to meet current priorities and deadlines identifying where additional resources are required , managing risks and ensuring the creation of quality products. This also includes the assignment and coordination of JWC contracted personnel for exercises that are carried out in a 24/7 battle rhythm . Ensure the collection , management and secure storage of all programme management reports , records and documentation associated with the Programme Manager's responsibilities . Specific tasks include at least the following :

• Coordinating , synchronizing , and planning project deliverables related to the JWC 360 Setting , Scenario , and OPFOR Programme based on exercise POW
• Coordinating contracted resource sharing across the three involved divisions : Enablement ( Setting ), Requirement ( Scenario ), and Rival (OPFOR)
• Executing risk management activities throughout the JWC 360 Programme
• Identifying cost-saving approaches within the Programme
• Supporting strategic planning for JWC exercises
• Coordinating cross- functional civilian and military teams
• Supporting JWC in verifying and validating project deliverables
• Establishing operational standards for processes and procedures
• Implementing reporting structures
• Providing periodic progress reports
• Assisting with in- processing activities and practical requirements for 360 contractors
• Maintaining quality assurance and compliance
• Supporting the Resource Manager with additional service programmes as required

Competencies :

• Adaptability / Flexibility – The ability to modify a plan or approach when new information becomes available . This includes recognizing and applying multiple pathways to achieve the intended objective .
• Loyalty – The ability to support the organization’s mission , values , and objectives in a reliable , trustworthy , and integritydriven manner . This includes consistently safeguarding confidential information , responsibly representing the organization both internally and externally , and demonstrating commitment to act in the organization’s best interest — even under challenging circumstances .
• Communication – The ability to clearly and accurately convey and receive information , including verbal , written , and non- verbal feedback. This includes recognizing various forms of feedback and the ability to elaborate and clarify topics as needed .
• Assertiveness – The willingness and ability to actively participate , express, and defend a position or opinion until presented with factual evidence that supports a better alternative .
• Influencing – The ability to produce effects on the actions , behaviours , and/ or opinions of others through deliberate actions or processes . This includes adapting styles of argumentation and language to effectively communicate one’s position .
• Initiative – The ability to identify opportunities and act independently without being prompted . This includes recognizing bottlenecks or problems — even outside one’s immediate scope —and contributing ideas or solutions to improve outcomes for the training audience .
• Cooperation – The ability to contribute to a common goal or joint action by working collaboratively with others and sharing information in a cooperative format.
• Decision-Making – The ability to apply logical and sound judgment to make decisions and select appropriate courses of action based on the analysis and processing of available information .
• Analytical Thinking – The ability to examine situations or information — both major and minor issues —to identify relevant connections and determine the core of the problem.
• Digital Proficiency – Proficiency in the use of MS Office and MS Teams software, as well as knowledge of AI systems , their capabilities , and practical applications.
• The candidate is able to perform all tasks described and listed in the matrix tasking.
• University degree ( e.g . Bachelors ) in a relevan subjec t o r Ten years experience as a Programme Manage r .
• Two years of working experience within the la s t five years in NATO, national equivalent or simil a r international entit y .
• Knowledge and understanding of N A TO training & exercise doctrine , planning , a nd executi on .
• Three years experience in the last seven y ars in a service contracts programme manager r ole .
• Programme management qualifications e.g . PFQ, PMQ, PRINCE2, PMP, PgMP , PMI-ACP (For reference only non disqualifying ) .
• Knowledge of Al system and its capabilities and application . (For reference only non disqualifying ) .
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office and MS Teams Software. Experience using programme management tools ( eg . Planview , OpenProject ) .
• Valid and active NATO Secret Security Clearance or National equivalent.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 ( Standardized Linguistic Profile .
• (SLP) - Listening , Speaking , Reading, and Writing ) or equivalent

Additional information:

VECTOR SYNERGY sp. z o.o., ul. Marcelińska 90, 60-324 Poznań, NIP PL7811857270, REGON 301575740, KRS: 0000369575
Rejestr Przedsiębiorców KRS prowadzony przez Sąd Rejonowy Poznań – Nowe Miasto i Wilda w Poznaniu, VIII Wydział Gospodarczy KRS, kapitał zakładowy wynosi: 73.852,80 złotych wpłacony w całości, TEL [phone], FAX [phone], www.vectorsynergy.com , [e-mail]