NC3 Modernization Programme Lead & Deputy Director

NATO; Norfolk (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NATO is seeking a Senior Programme Coordinator/Deputy Programme Director for the Nuclear Consultation, Command and Control modernization Programme. You will advise the Programme Director, coordinate NC3 governance, and lead strategic planning with NATO and national stakeholders.

The role requires multi‑national collaboration, strong programme management expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and resources across an in‑service NC3 modernization portfolio for global users.

Qualifications

• University degree in management information systems, accounting, economics, finance, business administration, public administration, operations research, project management or related discipline with 4 years post‑related experience.
• 5 years’ experience in a management role with proven leadership in a large organization.
• 3 years’ experience in Portfolio, Programme and Project management of complex system acquisition and/or development for a large military organization.

Responsibilities

• Advises the Programme Director in synchronizing and directing the work of NATO’s NC3 Modernization programme.
• Represents the Programme Director on NC3 related committees and working groups.
• Leads strategic planning and studies to establish a future NC3 Management Organization.
• Manages updates and reports to senior stakeholder committees.
• Synchronizes NC3 sections to ensure day‑to‑day operations are executed in a timely manner.
• Manages budget/workforce planning for NC3.

Skills

Leadership

Programme management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy awareness

Education

University degree (management information systems / related)

Higher Secondary education with professional qualification

Job description

NATO is seeking a Senior Programme Coordinator/Deputy Programme Director for the Nuclear Consultation, Command and Control modernization Programme. You will advise the Programme Director, coordinate NC3 governance, and lead strategic planning with NATO and national stakeholders.

The role requires multi‑national collaboration, strong programme management expertise, and the ability to manage budgets and resources across an in‑service NC3 modernization portfolio for global users.