Staff Officer (Infrastructure Development)

1. Post Context

Headquarters JSEC provides a resilient operational-level Joint Headquarters capable of supporting 24/7 operations to coordinate enablement (at the operational level) and on order the execution of reinforcement by forces (RbyFo) and sustainment flow in order to contribute to the Alliances ability to project and sustain combat power into across and from the Area of Responsibility (AOR) and if required into a Joint Operations Area (JOA).

The Support Directorate (SPT) is responsible for providing cross-functional expertise in Supply and Services HNS Military Engineering (MILENG) Medical Support Maintenance CIS Human Resources (HR) matters and Logistics Information Management.

The Joint Military Engineering Division (JENG) is responsible for shaping the physical operating environment (POE) by synchronising monitoring coordinating and prioritising military engineering (MILENG) capabilities activities and resources.

The Joint Military Engineering Infrastructure Branch is responsible for infrastructure requirements applicable to the RSN which includes supporting the JFCs through the development of infrastructure assessments infrastructure gap analyses infrastructure development plans and contingency plans.

The incumbent acts as JSECs primary engineer for infrastructure development in particular regarding coordination and guidance on the NATO Security Investment Programme (NSIP) including the management of infrastructure-related projects and the collaboration between relevant stakeholders in- and outside the organization.

2. Principal Duties

The incumbents duties are:

- Serves as JSECs primary engineer subject matter expert (SME) for infrastructure development in particular regarding coordination and guidance on the NATO Security Investment Programme (NSIP).

- Provides advice on managerial technical procedural and financial aspects related to the NSIP activities.

- Manages infrastructure-related projects and programmes covering the whole spectrum of infrastructure policy resource planning and technical issues and facilitates collaboration between all relevant stakeholders.

- Serves as Secretary to the Requirement Review Board (RRB) and interfaces with other NATO resource bodies as required.

- Oversees and manages the INFRA support to the development of Capability Packages (CP) liaising and coordinating with other NATO Commands Agencies and national departments as required.

- Advises DCOS Support on all aspects of NSIP activity including infrastructure project management and sustainment of the NATO infrastructure inventory. Capability Packages are long term activities and continuity of oversight provided by civilian staff is a crucial part of ensuring delivery of these complex projects. Included within this role is liaison with the appropriate NATO agencies.

- Reviews and provides input to operational infrastructure development and sustainment.

- Develops and maintains a sound understanding of NATO operational funding mechanisms including RRB procedures in order to be able to deliver training and guidance where appropriate.

- Assist in the development of Joint Force Commands Operation & Maintenance Inspection (O&MI) Plans from a JSEC requirement point of view.

- The provision of advice assistance and leadership in improving the quality of infrastructure development by focusing on process stakeholder management and measurable outcomes.

- Participates in training evaluation validation & certification exercises of operational and subordinate HQ elements providing MILENG augmentees for NATO exercises as required including the provision of MILENG NATO Security Investment Programme (NSIP) subject matter expertise.

- Ensures the NSIP initiative is understood within HQ JSEC.

3. Special Requirements and Additional Duties

The incumbent may be required to perform a similar range of duties elsewhere within the organization at the same grade without there being any change to the contract.

The incumbent may be required to undertake deployments in support of military operations and exercises and/or TDY (temporary duty) assignments both within and without NATO boundaries. Such operational deployment may exceed 30 days duration up to 183 days in any period of 547 days and may be on short notice. For NATO International Civilian Staff acceptance of an employment contract linked to this post constitutes agreement to deploy in excess of 30 days if required.

The incumbent serves as the Secretary to the Requirement Review Board (RRB).

The incumbent acts as an Authorized Requestor. Specifically the incumbent:

-will on behalf of their Division/Organizational Chief validate and endorse the originator request and submit the requests to the Fund Managers.

-is responsible for tracking the status of requirement through the procurement cycle and is for developing technical specifications that will be clear and complete to enable the Contracting Officer to conduct solicitations and maximize competition.

-holds the final technical responsibility on certifying the Minimum Military Requirement (MMR).

4. Essential Qualifications

a. Professional Experience

- This role requires proven experience in Military Civil Engineering.

Activities that identify design construct lease or provide military facilities. Involved in operational planning to identify the minimum construction requirements required to support the commitment of military forces. Require military and civilians who are certified professional engineers or architects.

- This role requires proven experience in Project Management.

The management of projects typically (but not exclusively) involving the development and implementation of business processes to meet identified business needs acquiring and utilising the necessary resources and skills within agreed parameters of cost timescales and quality. The adoption and adaptation of project management methodologies based on the context of the project and selecting appropriately from predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches.

b. Education/Training

University Degree in Civil engineering disciplines management information systems accounting economics finance business administration public administration operations research project management or related discipline and 4 years post related experience or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post related and 2 years function related experience.

c. Language

English - SLP 3333 - (Listening Speaking Reading and Writing)

NOTE: The work both oral and written in this post and in this Headquarters as a whole is conducted mainly in English.

5. Desirable Qualifications

The following would be considered as an advantage:

Education/Training

- Demonstrable evidence of experience in project management.

- Member of a professional body or institution.

- Experience in cooperation with NATO/National agencies and consultants.

- Experience in cooperation with NATO/National construction agencies and architecture/engineer consultants.

- Experience in specifying infrastructure requirements for military operations.

- Experience with NATO financial policy budget and contracting procedures.

- Experience with NATO Security Investment Programme.

- Previous experience in NATO common funding.

- Very high numerical & analytical skills.

- Any further training certificates and courses related to subject field or acquired through NATO (e.g.: Resource Management Orientation Course).

Remarks

- (international) driving license category B

6. Attributes/Competencies

a. Personal Attributes

Must have strong diplomacy and communication skills to interact with technical and military staff from across ACO ACT and NCS. Must have analytical skills and creative thinking to analyse and support bespoke infrastructure data solutions in support of operations and exercises. The incumbent must be flexible and able to work in more than one area at a time. Strategic level thought and capacity to handle complex issues and concepts are required along with critical thinking and judgement Attention to detail is required and essential to the role.

b. Professional Contacts

Liaises with higher parallel and lower NATO headquarters NATO agencies and Host Nations for the processing and development of Infra Development programmes and initiatives. Defends and ensures NSIP requirements within JSEC and other partner NATO HQ during meetings conferences and working groups. Acts as the Joint Military Engineering (JENG) Division point of contact for coordination with other local divisions and staff officers for the internal screening and coordination of requirements and for the correct application of the Bi-SC NSIP procedures and directives.

c. Contribution to Objectives

Contributes to the Infrastructure Section planning and implementation phases of projects. Coordination role as secretary of RRB is essential to the technical and financial delivery of Capability Programme Plans (CPPs) / Capability Packages (CPs).

7. Contract

a. Serving NATO International Civilian staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.

b. In accordance with current policy newly recruited staff will be offered a three-year contract which may be extended subject to a satisfactory recommendation to an indefinite duration contract.

c. Salary/Benefits: The salary is tax free including (where eligible) expatriation family and childrens allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff; Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme; Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible); Retirement Pension Plan.

8. Notes for Candidates

a. Applications must be submitted using the e-recruitment system. Applications and other documents will not be reviewed if sent through other formats (including email social network etc). Candidates should particularly note: When completing the application form using NATO Talent Acquisition Platform you are able to add attachments. Only attachments specifically asked for as part of the application process will be considered.

b. Particular attention should be given to Education and Experience section of your application form which should be populated with details of your career to date and educational achievements and certifications as they relate to your application.

c. All pre-screening questions should be answered completely. Expressions such as: please see attached CV please see annex please see enclosed document etc are not acceptable.

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e. After review of your online application successful candidates will usually be asked to complete a pre-recorded video interview. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to the final assessments.

f. Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance approval of the candidates medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser verification of the academic background and work experience.

g. 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.

h. The candidature of NATO redundant staff at grade G17 will be considered with priority.

i. 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 NATOs sole discretion and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.

9. Additional information

a. About Ulm: Ulm distinguishes itself as one of Germanys most livable cities by seamlessly blending a high-tech professional landscape with an exceptional quality of life. As a major innovation hub home to the Science Park it is known for its academic and business ecosystem in biotech and AI while its strategic importance is further underscored by the presence of the NATO Joint Support and Enabling Command (JSEC). Stationed at the Wilhelmsburg Barracks JSEC serves as a vital multinational headquarters responsible for the rapid movement and sustainability of forces across Europe reinforcing Ulms role as a key hub in continental security. This global significance is balanced by a convenient 15-minute city infrastructure that ensures almost everything is accessible by public transport foot bike or a short car ride. Residents enjoy a unique harmony between the charm of the historic city center and the natural beauty of the Danube all while benefiting from a safe clean environment excellent healthcare infrastructure and high-speed connections to major cities like Munich or Stuttgart.

b. 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.

c. 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 along with documented medical evidence to support your request.

d. All JSEC personnel are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the current NATO Code of Conduct as agreed by the North Atlantic Council (NAC) and thus display the core values of integrity impartiality loyalty accountability and professionalism.

e. Due to the broad interest in HQ JSEC and the large number of potential candidates telephone or email enquiries cannot be dealt with.

f. For more information on JSEC please visit ourwebsite.

g. This vacancy will be closed on 14 June 2026 at 11:59:00 PM (CET).