Political Advisor NRU
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Job Summary
Important Note: this post is stationed in Kyiv Ukraine rated as an extreme risk location by the NATO Office of Security (NOS). Special security measures will apply for those assigned or travelling. Family members will not be relocated with the incumbent.
1. SUMMARY
The NATO Representation to Ukraine (NRU) helps implement and direct cooperation between NATO and Ukraine.
The incumbent provides political analysis and advice on issues related to the NATO-Ukraine relations to enable informed decision making and support the management of current affairs. The incumbent deputises for the Head of Political Affairs in her/his absence.
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The incumbent must:
possess a university degree in the field of political science international relations security studies or another relevant discipline;
possess at least four years of experience in foreign/security/defence affairs;
have a well-developed understanding of the overall political context of NATOs relations with Ukraine and Ukraine-related political and security-policy issues
have excellent oral and written communication skills;
possess the following minimum levels of NATOs official languages (English/French): V (Advanced) in one; I (Beginner) in the other.
The following would be an advantage:
working knowledge of Ukrainian or other similar Slavic languages.
3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Expertise Development. Provide political analysis and advise the NRU and NATO leadership on policy and partnership issues related to Ukraine. Advise key stakeholders on reforms and relevant policy-related issues within assigned area of responsibilities and take the lead on issues related to the NATO-Ukraine adapted Annual National Programme.
Stakeholder Management. Work across NATO structures and enhance relationships with Allies partner countries international organisations and various other contacts to effectively manage current affairs related to the NATO-Ukraine relationship and build a network.
People Management. Support the delivery of the NRUs political analysis by directing and coaching locally-engaged political analysts. Deputise for the Head of Political Affairs in her/his absence
4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS
Reporting Line: The incumbent works under the overall leadership of the Head of the NATO Representation to Ukraine reporting to the Head Political Affairs Section.
Interactions: The incumbent collaborates closely with the Political Affairs and Security Policy (PASP) Division in particular with the Head Policy East Section and with the relevant stakeholders in Ukraine.
Direct Reports: N/a
Indirect Reports: N/a
5. COMPETENCIES
The incumbent must demonstrate:
Analytical Thinking: Sees multiple relationships;
Flexibility: Adapts to unforeseen situations;
Impact and Influence: Takes multiple actions to persuade;
Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;
Organizational Awareness: Understands organisational climate and culture;
Teamwork: Cooperates.
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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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.
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.
Required Experience:
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