C004717, Operational Analysis Support

Duties & Role

The junior contractor will support the Operational Analysis (OA) Centre staff under supervision, performing analytical and data-related tasks. Key duties include:

• Supporting the development and conduct of analytical studies.

• Manipulating and analysing large datasets using analytical tools.

• Collecting, collating, and analysing data using tools such as:

  • Python

  • MS Excel

  • MAVEN Smart System (MSS)

• Conducting methodical data collection from multiple sources and presenting findings clearly and logically.

• Producing accurate, verified, and validated datasets under time pressure using MS Office tools at an expert level.

• Preparing summaries and visualisations for:

  • Dashboards (e.g., Power BI, MSS)

  • MS PowerPoint presentations

  • MS Word reports

• Supporting the drafting, development, and updating of documentation and reports.

• Delivering rapid, fit-for-purpose analysis in a fast-paced environment.

• Communicating analytical findings clearly, both orally and in written English, ensuring complex results are understandable to decision-makers.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Recent experience conducting analysis in support of decision-makers.

• Very strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, particularly:

  • MS Excel

  • Power BI

• Ability to develop and apply simple programs/coding within NCIA OA tools.

• Experience reviewing and analysing large datasets using:

  • MS Excel

  • Data integration tools

  • AI tools such as MAVEN Smart System

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting analysts in a military environment.

• Experience with:

  • Data science techniques/tools

  • Power BI

  • Statistical software (e.g., R)

  • MAVEN Smart System

Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge and/or experience in Defence Planning work (national or NATO level).

Working Conditions

• Work must be performed on-site at NCIA offices in The Hague.

• Majority of tasks conducted on NATO Secret systems.

• Occasional short business travel to Mons (Belgium) and/or Brussels (Belgium) may be required.

• NATO Secret clearance must be active at contract start date.