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London - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Role

ACDS Military Strategy desk officer for counter-Russia EuroAtlantic Arctic strategy & long-range NATO planning focal point.


Job Definition

Develop UK-NATO military strategy on Russia EuroAtlantic & Arctic; focal for NATO long-range planning & strategy. Lead for NATO-facing HLIE.


Job Description

Desk officer for UK-NATO EA2 and counter-Russia strat dev under the Global Integration Plan.

Coordinate NATO-facing high-level international engagement for CDS and DCDS(MSO). Regular 2* engagement.

This is a most demanding post requiring a strong appreciation of strategic leadership grand strategy HMG policy and the pressures and constraints faced by Mil Cmds. High EQ is essential for working effectively across government and within a joint mil-Civil Service environment. The role demands sound judgement excellent communication skills and the ability to brief senior military and civilian leaders including Ministers. It would particularly suit someone with a NATO pedigree and familiarity with SHAPE JFC or UKDel processes. The post requires a self-starter operating in ambiguity and prioritising a heavy fast-moving workload.


Job Considerations



  • Role may require long hours weekend crisis work and short-notice operational or conference/meeting travel across the EuroAtlantic area.
  • Must be within commuting distance of MOD Main Building. Periodic 2-hour on-call duties. Not currently on VCDS 45-min list.
  • This is a high-impact strategic appt suited to candidates with NATO experience and strong grasp of UK defence policy. Familiarity with NATO and x-WH working is advantageous. Role includes crisis response strat dev & Minister-level engagement. Would suit post-OF3/Sub-Unit Cmd.

Key Responsibilities
1Develop UK-NATO EA2 and c-Russia strategy development under the Global Integration Plan shaping long-term Defence posture.
2Provide UK desk-level contributions to NATO strategic planning including SHAPE and UKDel coordination planning conferences and estimates.
3Provide strategic military advice to senior MOD leaders and Ministers particularly on NATO Russia and EuroAtlantic defence issues.
4Draft MOD outputs including CDS Directives and MinSubs ensuring alignment with UK Defence policy and NATO planning cycles.
5Coordinate NATO-facing high-level international engagement representing UK Defence in strategic fora and planning processes.
6Consult with PJHQ sS and other commands to translate strategic direction into coherent planning and operational directives.
7Contribute to cross-Whitehall strategic effects and Defence crisis response including short-notice taskings and out-of-hours support.
8Manage relationships with allies and partners engaging daily with SHAPE JFC UKDel and Defence Attachés to reinforce UK strategic aims.
Job RoleACDS Military Strategy desk officer for counter-Russia EuroAtlantic Arctic strategy & long-range NATO planning focal point.Job DefinitionDevelop UK-NATO military strategy on Russia EuroAtlantic & Arctic; focal for NATO long-range planning & strategy. Lead for NATO-facing HLIE.Job Description...
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