Job Specifications
Primary Location
Belgium-Brussels
NATO Body
NATO International Staff (NATO IS)
Schedule
Full-time
Application Deadline
25-Jan-2026, 11:59:00 PM
Salary (Pay Basis)
6,713.06
Grade
NATO Grade G15-G17
SUMMARY
The Cyber and Digital Transformation Division (CDTD) provides a coordinated approach for NATO to the security and defence challenges of the 21st century. It serves as the NATO Headquarters’ focal point for cyber defence strategy, cyber security, digital transformation and hybrid policy, including NATO’s energy security agenda.
The Strategy and Policy Directorate acts as the Division’s strategic centre of gravity. It is responsible for shaping NATO’s strategic direction in digital, cyber, and counter hybrid matters and for developing and implementing related NATO’s policies.
The Digital Strategy and Policy (DSP) Section enables the Alliance to anticipate change, harness innovation, and maintain a decisive digital advantage through strategic leadership, analytical rigour, and close collaboration with Allies, NATO bodies, and external partners. DSP develops, maintains, and advances NATO’s Digital Strategy and associated policies, conducts strategic foresight analysis on Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs), and delivers digital architecture frameworks and products that foster interoperability, standardisation, and coherence across NATO’s digital and cyber capabilities. These activities ensure NATO’s Digital Transformation remains strategically aligned, forward-looking, and resilient to technological change.
The Officer provides policy advise and also committee secretarial support to the Digital Policy Committee (DPC), including planning and organising meetings and associated events. The incumbent prepares and distributes agendas, shares documents and presentations with the Allies, and drafts the records of the meetings. The incumbent also prepares speeches and speaking notes for senior officials as directed. The incumbent also contributes to the development and coordination of divisional policy initiatives, monitors emerging trends in digital transformation, and supports the alignment of divisional activities with broader organisational strategies.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
The incumbent must possess:
possess a university degree in political science, international relations, public administration, data governance, or a related field from an institute of recognized standing;
possess at least 3 years of experience in providing high-level administrative and organisational support within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment;
have proven ability to draft formal documentation, including agendas, speaking notes, decision sheets, and committee records, with precision and clarity;
possess experience in coordinating meetings and events involving senior officials, including scheduling, logistics, and documentation preparation;
have excellent communication and drafting skills, particularly in formal and policy-oriented contexts;
be proficient in managing workflows, tracking deadlines, and maintaining structured work plans;
have familiarity with intergovernmental or international organisations, including experience liaising with national representatives or diplomatic missions;
be conversant with the Alliance’s political and military consultative processes and key security policy issues on its agenda; be flexible to to travel and to work outside normal office hours;
possess the following minimum level of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V(“Advanced”) in one; II (“Elementary”) in the other.
DESIRABLE
The following would be considered an advantage:
knowledge of NATO structures, policies, and procedures;
experience in policy development, governance, or digital transformation domains;
familiarity with document management systems and collaborative digital tools.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Planning and Execution
Organise and coordinate formal and informal meetings of the DPC, including the preparation of calling notices, agendas, and logistical arrangements. Maintain and update the DPC Work Plan, ensuring timely follow-up on deliverables and deadlines. Support the organisation of weekly leadership meetings and other divisional activities, contributing to the planning and execution of cross-cutting initiatives . Assist in the organisation of DPC-led external conferences, workshops and events involving Nations, industry and Partners, with particular attention to those addressing digital transformation.
Expertise Development
Maintain awareness of developments in digital policy domains, contributing to the Division’s understanding of evolving trends and best practices. Support the alignment of DPC outputs with broader strategic objectives and policy frameworks.
Policy Development
Draft and review committee documentation, including decision sheets, speaking notes, and reports, ensuring coherence, accuracy, and alignment with DPC goals. Coordinate the preparation of documenta