Job summary
This role involves providing expert subject matter guidance to support NATO operational training exercises in Stavanger, Norway. The position requires delivering realistic national policing strategy representations, advising on counter-terrorism and security matters, and coordinating law enforcement elements during multinational exercises. Candidates must possess extensive operational experience in policing and internal security at national and international levels, with proven ability to brief senior leaders and participate in NATO strategic planning activities. Work includes up to 12-hour days during exercise periods, primarily on-site with some remote work possible, and requires valid NATO Secret or equivalent clearance.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Stavanger
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Support the training audience by accurately reflecting the affected nation's policing strategies and counter-terrorism approaches during NATO exercises. Provide strategic advice on national policing matters, ensuring exercise scenarios are realistic and coherent. Serve as the main liaison for policing issues during preparation and execution phases. Coordinate operational policing activities within the affected nation and exercise control team. Represent national leadership roles such as a minister or police commissioner in interactions with exercise participants.
Qualifications
A university degree, police academy certification, or staff college education is required. Candidates must have at least five years of recent operational experience in police and internal security matters at both national and international levels, including gendarmerie experience. At least three years of experience briefing senior leaders in national or multinational settings is essential. Prior participation in NATO or international strategic planning exercises within the last decade is required. Proficiency in business-level English is mandatory. A valid national or NATO Secret personal security clearance is also necessary.