Post No LN035/ Ref. No 2026_00270

JOB DESCRIPTION  (See link to the full job description in the blue box)

• A Bachelor’s level qualification from a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 3 years' post-related experience. Alternatively, the lack of a Bachelor’s level qualification may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate’s particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to the Agency, and include at least 10 years' extensive and progressive experience in duties related to the function of the post. 
• Demonstrated organisational and project management abilities so as to successfully work as a member or leader of multi-national/multi-disciplinary team (including consultants), dealing with complex, interrelated technical issues. 
• Proven experience managing large-scale IT/Information Systems (IS) projects across full lifecycle. 
• Strong knowledge and experience of project management methodologies (preferably PRINCE2®). 
• Ability to relate the technology and business requirements, while meeting high security and availability requirement. 
• Sound and broad knowledge of IT infrastructure and applications, including integration and interoperability, EDI, application architectures, and network and system security, with the ability to interface effectively with technical experts. 
• Excellent knowledge and proven practical experience of software development standards and methods.Experience with automated testing tools (e.g. Microsoft Azure Test Plans). 
• International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB®) Tester Foundation level certification, preferably ISTQB® Advanced Level Tester Manager certification or equivalent. 
• Knowledge and practical background in military logistics, finance and procurement operations.
• NATO's official languages are English and French. The work of this post requires fluency in English, while working knowledge of French is desirable.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Multicultural environment
• Initial three year contract with competitive monthly tax-free salary (subject to Article 19 of the Ottawa agreement on exemption of Taxation)
• Additional benefits for expatriate staff including expatriation and education allowances (where applicable) and additional home leave
• Excellent health coverage
• Great work/life balance
• Generous annual leave of 6 weeks plus official holidays
• Pension Scheme

POST DETAILS

• Basic monthly salary: EUR 9 674.26, tax free - before insurance and pension contributions.

HOW TO APPLY?

All candidates (internal and external) should refer to the FAQs before applying.

NSPA internal candidates must submit additionally their latest completed performance report.

NSPA staff members of the same grade can submit a transfer request till 13th August 2026.

Applications sent via e-mail will be automatically rejected.

All application deadlines are based on the Central European Time (CET) zone. 

IMPORTANT NOTES

Qualified redundant NATO civilian candidates of the same grade will be considered in priority.

Interviews are expected to be held approximately six weeks after the application closing date. The Talent Acquisition and Development Office shall let you know in due course the outcome of the screening process.

Moreover, due to the broad interest in NSPA and the large number of potential candidates, telephone or email enquiries cannot be dealt with.

The Agency would appreciate it if addressee countries could provide their support by submitting candidates whose security clearance can be effected (or confirmed) rapidly and who could report for duty as soon as possible after selection.

NSPA as an employer values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. NSPA welcomes applications of nationals from all Member States and strongly encourages women to apply.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS REQUIREMENT FOR CURRENT MILITARY OR ADMINISTRATION POST HOLDERS:
Please note that if you currently hold a military or administration post, you will be required to decide, in accordance with your national authorities' regulations, whether to retire or resign from your post, or apply for special leave from your national authorities. If you are invited to a preliminary interview, you will be asked to indicate your preference at that time as well.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Your application should be submitted in one go and you will not be able to modify your data once submitted.