Description
SHAPE is looking for employing a qualified and suitable candidate to fill this post as a temporary staff for a duration of 6 months. If you meet the requirements described in the job description below and wish to work in a fast paced international environment, this post is for you.
In view of the nature and of the urgency of this temporary position, it is important for candidates to be available for temporary employment. In practice, this implies ideally being in possession of valid NATO security clearance at the time of application, or having been in possession of such a clearance with the possibility to reactivate it swiftly. We therefore encourage applications for this post if you are already, or have previously been, in possession of a valid NATO security clearance.
Post Context
The Security and Emergency Services Branch (SES), within SHAPE’s Base Support Group (BSG), is responsible for maintaining security and safety across the SHAPE installation.
The Branch manages security plans, policies, and procedures, provides security and military police services, and coordinates force protection and fire services in cooperation with Host Nation authorities, NATO organisations, and external security agencies.
Principal Duties
Develops and coordinates construction and industrial security plans in line with NATO and ACO security requirements.
Updates security plans throughout construction phases to ensure the safety of the SHAPE installation.
Coordinates security guard requirements with SOFCOM, NCIA, and Host Nation authorities.
Manage construction and industrial security arrangements with ISS and other contractors.
Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of emergency preparedness, security procedures, and criminal justice.
Understanding of SHAPE security directives, risk assessment, information security, and Force Protection.
Ability to manage responsibilities, make decisions, and contribute to security policies.
Effective communication and coordination skills at all organisational levels.
Knowledge of relevant regulations, with the ability to ensure compliance and take initiative.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in security management, or at least 5 years of relevant experience in security organisations or law enforcement.
Additional studies in military studies, security studies, disaster management, or emergency response are considered an asset.
Language
English - SLP 3333 - (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)
French - PLS 3333 - (écouter, parler, lecture et écriture)
Security Clearance
COSMIC TOP SECRET
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in Emergency Preparedness, Security Studies, or Military Studies.
Experience working in or with international organisations.
What we Offer
38 hours per week schedule;
2.5 paid days of leave per month worked;
Fulfilling working atmosphere in an international and military community;
Salary: the remuneration of temporary personnel will be specified in their contracts. It is exempt from taxation in the Host Nation.
Benefits package: temporary personnel are covered by a benefits package which consists of an additional sum of 12% of basic salary for pension purposes + basic medical and accident insurance provided under the NATO Group insurance contract (death and invalidity). The total premium for the medical and accident coverage in 2025 will be at 2.57% of the temporary staff member’s salary (2.32% for the medical benefits and 0.25% for accident), payable 1/3 by the temporary personnel and 2/3 by the Organisation”.
For staff eligible under NATO rules, there is also a dependent child allowance and coverage for dependent children for medical benefits.
Additional Information
Applications are to be submitted using NATO Talent Acquisition Platform (NTAP)(https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang-en) Applications submitted by other means (e.g. mail, e-mail, fax, etc) are not accepted.
Application Process:
NTAP allows adding attachments. A copy of the qualification/certificate covering the highest level of education required by the job description must be provided as an attachment.
Essential information must be included in the application form. Particular attention should be given to Education and Experience section of the application form. The application should be in English.
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide original documentary evidence and a set of copies supporting statements in their applications.
After submitting your application, you will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application.
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) Candidates’ individual telephone, e-mail or telefax enquiries cannot be dealt with. All candidates will receive an answer indicating the outcome of their application
D) NATO will not accept any recruitment or selection materials created, in whole or in part, using generative artificial‑intelligence tools, including but not limited to chatbots such as ChatGPT or other language‑generation systems. NATO may screen submissions to detect such use. Any application prepared with generative or creative AI may be rejected at NATO’s sole discretion, and further action may be taken as appropriate.
E) As part of the recruitment process, the organization may review publicly available information to assess potential conflicts of interest, reputational risks, or behaviours inconsistent with the organization’s values.
