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Gender Representative in Military Training Exercises

Confidential employer · Stavanger · Posted 17 Sep 2026

Job summary

This role supports NATO joint training exercises by providing expert knowledge on gender, human rights, and transparency aspects of military operations. The position involves working closely with training audiences, NGOs, and international organizations to ensure realistic and effective integration of these topics into operational scenarios. The work includes the development of exercise materials, scenario refinement, and coordination during multinational military exercises based in Stavanger, Norway, with possible remote and travel requirements.

Location and work setup

Location
Stavanger
Work setup
On-site

Responsibilities

Contribute expert knowledge on gender and human rights to NATO exercise scenarios. Coordinate with NGOs, humanitarian organizations, and international bodies to represent civil society perspectives within the exercises. Assist in developing operational concepts for humanitarian and civil society issues in conflict scenarios. Analyze training audience plans to ensure integration of gender and human development considerations. Generate realistic and challenging exercise materials supporting training objectives. Represent a fictitious umbrella organization focused on gender issues aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Support strategic and operational planning documents to tailor exercises to participant needs, and stay informed of relevant NATO guidelines.

Qualifications

University or Bachelor's degree related to gender studies or a minimum of three years' recent experience in a gender-related military or civilian organization. Over three years of senior-level experience within the last decade in relevant fields. At least two years of operational-level interaction or work alongside NATO, either as a Military Officer or civilian. Proficiency in Business English is required. Possession of valid National or NATO Secret security clearance is mandatory.

Skills

subject matter expertise in gender and human rightsexperience with NATO operationsscenario developmentcoordination with NGOs and international organizationsstrategic and operational planning supportstrong English communication