- International Staff, NATO HQ
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Officer, Logistics
- International Staff, NATO HQ
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 22, 2025
- International Staff, NATO HQ
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: April 22, 2025
SUMMARY:
The Defence Policy and Planning (DPP) Division leads work in the NATO International Staff on the defence-related aspects of the Alliance’s fundamental security tasks at the politicalmilitary level. The Defence Policy and Capabilities Directorate in DPP addresses a wide range of issues related to Alliance deterrence and defence policies and strategies, including the policy aspects of Alliance capabilities.
The Division’s Defence Enablement and Logistics Section provides timely, high quality political-military advice to NATO and national authorities related to the capabilities, resources and services that enable Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR)’s Area of Responsibility through reinforcement and sustainment, including through collective logistics.
The Officer is responsible for supporting the development, coordination and delivery of political-military advice on Alliance enablement and logistics, particularly those related to deterrence and defence (with an emphasis on crisis response planning and exercises). They also support and, as appropriate, participate in meetings of the Logistics Committee (LC), Defence Policy and Planning Committee (DPPC), Resilience Committee (RC), and other relevant NATO entities and senior NATO stakeholders.
The incumbent will work in a Division that considers diversity and inclusion as essential to the way it works. At DPP, Diversity and Inclusion is considered to be as important as our programme of work and the number of staff who support it. DPP is a workplace that values each staff member for their contributions, perspectives and potential. At DPP, staff members feel equally involved in and supported in all areas of the workplace.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential
The incumbent must:
Desirable
The following are considered an advantage:
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Policy Development
Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic NATO enablement and logistics policies and concepts. Take into account enablement and logistics lessons identified and learned from the strategic environment (including NATO military activities) in the development and implementation of enablement and logistics policies and concepts. Analyse and evaluate security, political and military developments and trends related to enablement and logistics activities within the Alliance and partner nations, and in other regions as necessary. Monitor and support policy coordination and planning implementation.
Expertise Development
Develop expertise on defence enablement, logistics and security policy. Stay well informed on current developments in their own area of responsibility and apply this knowledge to support the Section as a whole. Regularly exchange information with key stakeholders, such as the International Military Staff (IMS), Strategic Commands, and national representatives. Identify urgent issues, and organise and address priorities, requirements, and tasks, and advise DPP leadership and key stakeholders accordingly.
Stakeholder Management
Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with a range of relevant stakeholders, including Allied and partner representatives in NATO HQ, particularly from the relevant committees, and with representatives from relevant authorities in capitals, and counterparts in IMS, the Strategic Commands, NATO agencies and other appropriate bodies, and relevant regional/international organisations to facilitate political-military dialogue on enablement and logistics. Support activities conducted by nations through expert meetings and visits. Contribute to the work of other senior NATO committees as appropriate, and ensure that NATO’s enablement and logistics matters are appropriately reflected in their activities.
Knowledge Management
Prepare reports, briefing materials, press statements and other products to support highlevel NATO meetings. Draft presentations for use by the Assistant Secretary General (ASG), Defence Policy and Planning (DPP) or other senior NATO officials. Report on developmentsin own area of responsibility and recommend application to the work of the Section.
Information Management
Channel information to key players in NATO in order to influence strategy and opinions. Assist appropriate NATO committees in the development and preparation of documents. Perform any other related duty as assigned.
INTERRELATIONSHIPS:
The Officer reports to the Head, Defence Enablement & Logistics Section. To facilitate shared situational awareness, effective staff-level coordination and stakeholder management, they work effectively across the DPP division and coordinate closely with other NATO HQ entities, including other International Staff divisions and the IMS. They also maintain effective relationships with counterparts in NATO’s Strategic Commands and with Allied and partner officials, as well as with counterparts in other international organisations.
COMPETENCIES:
The incumbent will demonstrate:
CONTRACT:
Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years; possibility of renewal for up to three years, during which the incumbent may apply for conversion to an indefinite duration contract.
Contract clause applicable
NOTE: Irrespective of previous qualifications and experience, candidates for twin-graded posts will be appointed at the lower grade. Advancement to the higher grade is not automatic, and will not normally take place during the first three years of service in the post. Under specific circumstances, serving staff members may be appointed directly to the higher grade, and a period of three years might be reduced by up to twenty four months for external candidates. These circumstances are described in the IS directive on twin-graded posts.
USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:
Before you apply to any position, we encourage you to click here and watch our video providing 6 tips to prepare you for your application and recruitment process. Do you have questions on the application process in the system and not sure how to proceed? Click here for a video containing the information you need to successfully submit your application on time.
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).
Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate), approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser, verification of your study(ies) and work experience, and the successful completion of the accreditation and notification process by the relevant authorities.
NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating 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 generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
NATO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. For more info please click here.
The Defence Policy and Planning (DPP) Division leads work in the NATO International Staff on the defence-related aspects of the Alliance’s fundamental security tasks at the politicalmilitary level. The Defence Policy and Capabilities Directorate in DPP addresses a wide range of issues related to Alliance deterrence and defence policies and strategies, including the policy aspects of Alliance capabilities.
The Division’s Defence Enablement and Logistics Section provides timely, high quality political-military advice to NATO and national authorities related to the capabilities, resources and services that enable Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR)’s Area of Responsibility through reinforcement and sustainment, including through collective logistics.
The Officer is responsible for supporting the development, coordination and delivery of political-military advice on Alliance enablement and logistics, particularly those related to deterrence and defence (with an emphasis on crisis response planning and exercises). They also support and, as appropriate, participate in meetings of the Logistics Committee (LC), Defence Policy and Planning Committee (DPPC), Resilience Committee (RC), and other relevant NATO entities and senior NATO stakeholders.
The incumbent will work in a Division that considers diversity and inclusion as essential to the way it works. At DPP, Diversity and Inclusion is considered to be as important as our programme of work and the number of staff who support it. DPP is a workplace that values each staff member for their contributions, perspectives and potential. At DPP, staff members feel equally involved in and supported in all areas of the workplace.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Essential
The incumbent must:
- Possess a university degree from an institute of recognised standing in a relevant field (e.g. international relations, strategic studies, security policy, political science, economics);
- Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience and effective knowledge in one or more applicable field(s) at the strategic level (i.e., defence policy, defence planning, enablement/logistics, resilience);
- Have experience in policy development and coordination;
- Have experience working with multiple and diverse stakeholders;
- Be conversant with the Alliance’s political and military consultative processes and the key defence and security policy issues on its agenda;
- Demonstrate good political judgement;
- Have strong oral and written communications skills;
- Have strong drafting skills;
- Possess the following minimum levels of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one; I (“Beginner”) in the other;be available and flexible to travel (approximately 10% of working time), as required.
Desirable
The following are considered an advantage:
- A relevant post graduate degree;
- Advanced understanding of relevant NATO policies and procedures related to Alliance deterrence and defence and their supporting civil and military structures and relationships, particularly the roles and responsibilities of NATO civil and military bodies involved in enablement and logistics;
- Similar work experience gained through service at a national administration (including civil ministries and agencies), military service, or international organisation;
- Experience working in a multi-national environmenta higher level in the second NATO official language.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Policy Development
Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic NATO enablement and logistics policies and concepts. Take into account enablement and logistics lessons identified and learned from the strategic environment (including NATO military activities) in the development and implementation of enablement and logistics policies and concepts. Analyse and evaluate security, political and military developments and trends related to enablement and logistics activities within the Alliance and partner nations, and in other regions as necessary. Monitor and support policy coordination and planning implementation.
Expertise Development
Develop expertise on defence enablement, logistics and security policy. Stay well informed on current developments in their own area of responsibility and apply this knowledge to support the Section as a whole. Regularly exchange information with key stakeholders, such as the International Military Staff (IMS), Strategic Commands, and national representatives. Identify urgent issues, and organise and address priorities, requirements, and tasks, and advise DPP leadership and key stakeholders accordingly.
Stakeholder Management
Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with a range of relevant stakeholders, including Allied and partner representatives in NATO HQ, particularly from the relevant committees, and with representatives from relevant authorities in capitals, and counterparts in IMS, the Strategic Commands, NATO agencies and other appropriate bodies, and relevant regional/international organisations to facilitate political-military dialogue on enablement and logistics. Support activities conducted by nations through expert meetings and visits. Contribute to the work of other senior NATO committees as appropriate, and ensure that NATO’s enablement and logistics matters are appropriately reflected in their activities.
Knowledge Management
Prepare reports, briefing materials, press statements and other products to support highlevel NATO meetings. Draft presentations for use by the Assistant Secretary General (ASG), Defence Policy and Planning (DPP) or other senior NATO officials. Report on developmentsin own area of responsibility and recommend application to the work of the Section.
Information Management
Channel information to key players in NATO in order to influence strategy and opinions. Assist appropriate NATO committees in the development and preparation of documents. Perform any other related duty as assigned.
INTERRELATIONSHIPS:
The Officer reports to the Head, Defence Enablement & Logistics Section. To facilitate shared situational awareness, effective staff-level coordination and stakeholder management, they work effectively across the DPP division and coordinate closely with other NATO HQ entities, including other International Staff divisions and the IMS. They also maintain effective relationships with counterparts in NATO’s Strategic Commands and with Allied and partner officials, as well as with counterparts in other international organisations.
- Direct reports: N/a;
- Indirect reports: N/a.
COMPETENCIES:
The incumbent will demonstrate:
- Analytical Thinking: Sees multiple relationships;
- Clarity and Accuracy: Checks own work;
- Conceptual Thinking: Applies learned concepts;
- Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems;
- Impact and Influence: Takes multiple actions to persuade;
- Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;
- Organisational Awareness: Understands organisational climate and culture;
- Teamwork: Expresses positive attitudes and expectations of team or team members.
CONTRACT:
Contract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years; possibility of renewal for up to three years, during which the incumbent may apply for conversion to an indefinite duration contract.
Contract clause applicable
- In accordance with the contract policy, this is a post in which turnover is desirable for political reasons in order to be able to accommodate the Organisation's need to carry out its tasks as mandated by the Nations in a changing environment, for example by maintaining the flexibility necessary to shape the Organisation's skills profile, and to ensure appropriate international diversity;
- The maximum period of service foreseen in this post is 6 years. The successful applicant will be offered a 3-year definite duration contract, which may be renewed for a further period of up to 3 years. However, according to the procedure described in the contract policy the incumbent may apply for conversion to an indefinite contract during the period of renewal and no later than one year before the end of contract;
- 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 for a further period of up to 3 years subject also to the agreement of the national authority concerned. The maximum period of service in the post as a seconded staff member is six years;
- Serving staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Régulations.
NOTE: Irrespective of previous qualifications and experience, candidates for twin-graded posts will be appointed at the lower grade. Advancement to the higher grade is not automatic, and will not normally take place during the first three years of service in the post. Under specific circumstances, serving staff members may be appointed directly to the higher grade, and a period of three years might be reduced by up to twenty four months for external candidates. These circumstances are described in the IS directive on twin-graded posts.
USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:
- For NATO civilian staff members only: Please apply via the internal recruitment portal (link);
- For all other applications: www.nato.int/recruitment.
Before you apply to any position, we encourage you to click here and watch our video providing 6 tips to prepare you for your application and recruitment process. Do you have questions on the application process in the system and not sure how to proceed? Click here for a video containing the information you need to successfully submit your application on time.
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).
Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate), approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser, verification of your study(ies) and work experience, and the successful completion of the accreditation and notification process by the relevant authorities.
NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating 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 generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, 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. For more info please click here.
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