Inspector Team Leader (+ Reserve List)
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Job Summary
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The Joint Intelligence and Security Division (JISD) has two main missions: to provide strategic intelligence to NATO HQ decision makers and to protect NATOs personnel information and physical assets. JISDs Intelligence pillar comprised of both military and civilian personnel is responsible for ensuring the situational awareness of the North Atlantic Council (NAC) the Military Committee (MC) and the senior-level decision-makers on strategic issues of concern. Its functional areas address intelligence analysis and production intelligence policy and intelligence capability development. JISDs Security pillar is responsible for the overall coordination of NATO security among member Nations NATO civil and military bodies as well as International Organizations and partner countries with which NATO cooperates. It is also responsible for the security of the NATO Headquarters (HQ) its personnel information physical assets and for the protection of the Secretary General.
Within JISDs Security pillar the NATO Office of Security (NOS) is responsible for the overall coordination of NATO security among diverse NATO bodies and personnel abroad or at the Headquarters (HQ) and other partnering International Organisations. Within the NOS the mission of the Protective Security & Emergency Service Branch (PSESB) is to ensure the security and safety of the NATO HQ its people infrastructure and information.
Within the NOS the Inspector - Team Leader supervises all the activities of the Headquarters Security Force (HQSF) and leads the whole on-duty security team composing of senior agents agents and external contractors. The incumbent ensures tasks are correctly carried out in accordance with established standards porcesses and trainings for the continuous and effective protection of NATO Headquarters.
This position requires flexibility to work in a shift system outside of normal working hours including weekends holidays and nights sometimes at a short notice and to be deployed abroad on missions as and when required.
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The incumbent must:
possess an educational qualification equivalent to higher secondary level;
have at least 6 years of experience as a Team Leader of a security or police/military/security force with middle management responsibilities in a multi-cultural environment;
be experienced in the use of firearms and less-lethal force equipment and be able to pass regular (min. annually) shooting tests and annual physical and medical tests;
demonstrate strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills; and
possess the following minimum levels of NATOs official languages: (English/French): V (Advanced) in one; III (Intermediate) in the other.
The following would be considered an advantage:
relevant trainings and certifications including a valid first-aid certificate knowledge of Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) defensive measures Explosive Ordnance Reconnaissance (EOR) techniques and emergency response procedures and the ability to use CCTV and alarm systems;
experience interpreting and applying Regulations Standard Operating Procedures and Directives related to security and resource management (e.g. human resources and equipment); and
experience working in a diplomatic or international environment demonstrating an understanding of protocol and intercultural sensitivity.
3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Planning and Execution: Lead and supervise the on-duty assigned HQ Security Team (during and outside working hours) in order to ensure the security and safety of the NATO HQ. Lead respond and resolve incidents. Immediately report any incidents which might impact the security of the NATO HQ have health and safety implications involve Host Nation Police or Security Services or are likely to bring media attention to coordination with the Coordinator and Scheduling Assistant enforce the optimal deployment of HQSF personnel and contractors to support daily and special events operations.
People Management: In close coordination with the Units management train and build a professional and motivated team. Provide mentoring coaching and clear guidance on objectives ensuring regular fair and objective feedback. Identify opportunities to improve processes and working methods to enhance overall organisational efficiency.
Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain good professional relationships with key members at NATO HQ ensuring effective cooperation in order to provide timely and effective services to the NATO HQ community. Deal tactfully politely discreetly but firmly with staff and visitors on-site under all circumstances. Ensure that all instructions and objectives issued by PSESB management are communicated understood and implemented by their team.
Perform any other related duty as assigned.
4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS
Reporting Line: Under the overall supervision of the Head HQSF the Inspector Team Leader reports to the HQSF Coordinator for the day-to-day operational management and performance oversight.
Interactions: The incumbent takes all necessary first response measures and liaises with relevant actors (e.g. Situation Centre (SITCEN) police fire department medical services Security Officers of delegations) as well as the appropriate PSESB managers to ensure the security and safety of NATO HQ.
Direct reports: /- 8
Indirect reports: N/A
5. COMPETENCIES
The incumbent must demonstrate:
Achievement: creates own measures of excellence and improves performance.
Analytical Thinking: sees multiple relationships.
Change Leadership: supports general need for change.
Clarity and Accuracy: monitors others work for clarity.
Flexibility: adapts to unforeseen situations.
Impact and Influence: takes multiple actions to persuade.
Initiative: is decisive in a time-sensitive situation.
Organizational Awareness: understands the Organizations structure.
Teamwork: expresses positive attitudes and expectations of team or team members.
In accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations the successful candidate will receive a definite duration contract of three years which may be followed by an indefinite duration contract.
7. USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member must be submitted using e-recruitment system as applicable:
For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (link);
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Please note that a practical assessment will take place on 3 September 2026 in Brussels Belgium.
More information about the recruitment process and conditions of employment can be found at our website ( will be subject to receipt of asecurity clearance(provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate) approval of the candidatesmedical fileby the NATO Medical Adviser verification of your study(ies) and work experience and the successful completion of theaccreditationand 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 reference documents without proper quotes (plagiarism) or any tools available on internet including but not limited to translation facilities or generative artificial-intelligence (AI) 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 tools will be rejected without further consideration and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.
8. 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 NATOs 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 ourwebsite. Detailed data is available under the Salary and Benefits tab.
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Required Experience:
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