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Senior Political and Diplomatic Representative

Confidential employer · Stavanger · Posted 17 Sep 2026

Job summary

This role involves representing NATO's political-military objectives in a specific country by acting as the official liaison with governmental authorities and international representatives. The position supports military exercises by providing expert political and diplomatic insights to ensure realistic scenarios and effective coordination during training events. The role requires significant experience in high-level political decision making and diplomatic service, including advisory capacities within defense or foreign affairs ministries.

Location and work setup

Location
Stavanger
Work setup
On-site

Responsibilities

Provide expert advice on the political situation and interactions of the relevant country within military exercise scenarios; serve as the primary government liaison for political and diplomatic issues during exercise preparation and execution; coordinate operational political matters with national and international representatives; and advise the exercise control team with informed recommendations.

Qualifications

Minimum three years of recent experience in political decision making at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Defence level; experience briefing senior leaders in national or multinational environments; demonstrated ability to influence national strategic policy; previous service as an ambassador or defense attaché in an African country; experience as a NATO representative; and a university or bachelor's degree. Business fluent English is required, and possession of a valid National or NATO Secret security clearance is mandatory.

Skills

Political decision makingSenior leadership briefingStrategic policy influenceDiplomatic representationNATO operations knowledgeExercise control coordinationPolitical and diplomatic liaison