Training Requirements Authority Rep

Job title:

Training Requirements Authority Rep

Company:

NATO

Job description

Post Context/Post SummarySupreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) provides an integrated Strategic Effects framework, employing a multi-domain and multi-region focus to create a 360-degree approach, with the flexibility to enable, upon direction, a seamless transition from Baseline Activities and Current Operations (BACO) up to the Maximum Level of Effort (MLE). SHAPE supports SACEUR in fulfilling his terms of reference, as directed by the North Atlantic Council.The J10 StratCom Directorate is responsible for Integrated and Strategic Communication direction and guidance, and provision of communication capabilities and information function, as they relate to Alliance operations, policy, exercises and defence planning during peace, crisis, and conflicts.The Plans, Training and Doctrine (PTD) Branch is responsible for the integration and synchronisation of strategic communication objectives and effects into all Allied Command Operations (ACO) related strategic planning for military operations and major exercises.The Training Requirement Authority Representative is part of the Exercise and Training, Policy and Doctrine Cell within PDT Branch, and is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of Individual and Collective training requirements for ACO J10 StratCom in order to develop the ACO StratCom capability and better support operations.Principal DutiesThe incumbent’s duties are:1) Establish and Coordinate ACO StratCom Training Requirements.2) Represent the Training Requirement Authority with the Department Head and ACT-Joint Forces Development (JFD).3) Conduct the Annual Training requirement Review and coordinate the ACO contribution to the Annual Discipline Conference and Discipline Alignment Plan.4) Attend ACO wide StratCom Training Working Groups when required.5) Coordinate the provision of StratCom experts to support StratCom training at Education and Training Facilities.6) Deliver StratCom Training at Allied education and training facilities (within experience and competence).7) Lead efforts in conjunction with other NATO bodies, to modernize StratCom individual and collective training, aligned with operational requirements.8) Coordinate ACO J10 StratCom support to J10 StratCom Doctrine development. (StratCom, Mil PA, PsyOps, Info Ops, IEA, Engagements).9) Coordinate the ACO J10 StratCom review of other doctrine to ensure consistency and alignment.10) Take part in ACO StratCom Education & Training Events.11) Support other PDT Cells in the delivery of ACO StratCom Planning, D&G and coordination.12) Evaluate the effectiveness of training solutions and ensure continuous improvement.13) Support HICON and EXCON functions for ACO Ex programme.14) Maintain professional relationships with military and civilian agencies, training providers, and commercial bodies to solicit information to support the continued development of J10 StratCom Training.15) Perform any other related duty as assigned.Special Requirements and Additional DutiesThe incumbent may be required to undertake deployments in support of military operations and exercises, and/or TDY assignments, both within and without NATO boundaries up to 180 days. The employee 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 risk of injury is categorised as No risk / risk might increase when deployed.Essential QualificationsA. Professional/Experience1) Experience working in the design, management, and delivery of training at the operational or strategic level.2) At least 4 years of experience working in Strategic Communications (including Public Affairs, Information Operations, Psychological Operations, or marketing.)3) Experience in operational or strategic planning, or the civilian equivalent.4) Proven ability to present information in a clear and logical manner both in writing and by other means with accuracy and attention to detail.5) Excellent Communication, reporting, and oral presentation skills.6) Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact within a multicultural team and with diverse stakeholders across the organization.B. Education/TrainingUniversity Degree in a related field (Strategic Communications, Social Science, Education, Training Management, or other related subject) and 4 years post related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 7 years post related experience.C. LanguageEnglish – SLP 3333 (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)Desirable QualificationsA. Professional Experience1) Knowledge of subjects of relevance to NATO StratCom2) Experience working at NATO or national military strategic level headquarters3) Previous working experience in an International Organization or public sector in a military community.4) Experience in training management and coordination.5) Experience in Project ManagementAttributes/Competencies1) Personal Attributes: The incumbent will need to display a high degree of professionalism, organizational skills, ability to coordinate with others and strong communication skills in the performance of his/her duties.

2) The post requires a proactive individual who is able to work independently but also contribute effectively as part of a team. Professional Contacts: The incumbent will be required to establish and maintain effective professional contacts with NATO agencies, civil academia and industry.3) Contribution to Objectives: The role will directly contribute to the outputs of the SHAPE J10 StratCom Division through enablement of the Training Requirement role. It will have a very influential role across ACO as it will represent and liaise with the whole J10 enterprise. The incumbent will directly represent Dir J10 StratCom during staff engagements with ACT.REMARKS:The successful candidate will fill this post as a Project Related NATO International Civilian (PLN) with a three-year definite duration contract within the NATO 2030 Agenda. On expiry of this term the PLN will be deleted or absorbed into the ceiling pending approval or will exceptionally be considered for extension.The salary will be the basic entry-level monthly salary defined by the NATO Grade of the post, which may be augmented by allowances based on the selected staff member’s eligibility, and which is subject to the withholding of approximately 20% for pension and medical insurance contributions.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.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.Applicants who prove to be competent for the post but who are not successful in this competition may be offered an appointment in another post of a similar nature, which might become vacant in the near future, albeit at the same or lower grade, provided they meet the necessary requirements.We believe that all people are capable of great things. Because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the criteria listed within this job description.HOW TO APPLY FOR A NATO CIVILIAN POST AT SHAPE:Applications are to be submitted using NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP) ( ). Applications submitted by other means (e.g. mail, e-mail, fax, etc) are not accepted.More information to be found on these links:Shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide original documentary evidence and a set of copies supporting statements in their applications. Appointment is subject to obtaining a NS security clearance and a medical certificate.Remarks:A) Only nationals from the 32 NATO member states can apply for vacancies at SHAPE.B) Applications are automatically acknowledged within one working day after submission. In the absence of an acknowledgement please make sure the submission process is completed, or, re-submit the application.C) Qualified redundant staff of the same grade interested in this post should inform this office, via their HR/Personnel Office by not later than vacancy’s closing date.D) Candidates’ individual telephone, e-mail or telefax enquiries cannot be dealt with. All candidates will receive an answer indicating the outcome of their application.E) 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

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Location

Mons, Hainaut

Job date

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:50:47 GMT

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