Staff Officer - Operations and Missions

Mons, BE Deadline: 23-04-2026 Updated: 10-04-2026 #16584

Duties & Responsibilities

Participate in strategic and operational-level planning processes, including travel for planning and execution activities.
Coordinate mid- and long-term operational planning across strategic/operational staff and NCIA functional areas.
Track, record, and manage formal taskings through to completion.
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to capture requirements and ensure effective service delivery.
Provide timely situational awareness and management updates to senior leadership.
Lead and coordinate strategic initiatives across departments.
Contribute to policy, standards, and operational planning process development.
Act as a substitute for senior staff when required, ensuring continuity in leadership and decision-making.

Support Project Managers throughout the NATO project lifecycle, including transition into service operations.
Coordinate processes related to CRFs, Price Proposals (PP), O&M, CURs, and funding approvals.
Ensure customer funding requirements are identified, communicated, and confirmed.
Liaise with Account Managers and coordinate support with operational elements.
Draft Tasking Orders to initiate service delivery.

Lead the Planning Team in the absence of the Branch Head.
Mentor, coach, and develop military and civilian staff.
Maintain and develop personal technical and professional competencies.
Handle ad hoc operational tasks as required.
Plan and organize executive-level meetings, including agendas and expected outcomes.
Provide direction and track progress across executive teams.
Manage sensitive and confidential information.

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferably CIS/IT) with at least 2 years of experience,
OR
Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.

At least 2 years of relevant experience in management support or similar roles.
Knowledge of NATO Operational Planning processes (or equivalent frameworks).
Experience in CIS planning at national or international HQ (division level or above).
Strong communication skills across military and civilian stakeholders.
Ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
Proven multitasking, time management, and ability to work under pressure.
Experience with modern communication and information systems.