Executive NSPA Representative to NATO HQ - NATO Support and Procurement Agency (Brussels)
About this position
The summary below is published by NATO Support and Procurement Agency on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.
Post No GE002/ Ref. No 2026_00615
JOB DESCRIPTION (See link to the full job description in the blue box)
- University degree equivalent to Master's - Previous experience of building collaborative relationships at senior levels in a relevant international organization - Experience of operating in a Ministerial or Diplomatic political environment - Proven experience of Defence Acquisition and Support processes and approaches in NATO - Knowledge and understanding of the NSPA operating model, and its inter-relationship to NATO and other national and international organisations - NATO's two official languages are English and French. The work of this post is mainly conducted in English, therefore fluency in that language is essential and 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…
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Key responsibilities
According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:
- Build collaborative relationships at senior levels in international organization
- Operate in Ministerial or Diplomatic political environment
- Work with Defence Acquisition and Support processes in NATO
- Manage NSPA operating model and inter-relationships with NATO and other organizations
Are you eligible?
Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:
- Education: University degree equivalent to Master's
- Experience: Previous experience of building collaborative relationships at senior levels in a relevant international organization; Experience of operating in a Ministerial or Diplomatic political environment; Proven experience of Defence Acquisition and Support processes and approaches in NATO; Knowledge and understanding of the NSPA operating model, and its inter-relationship to NATO and other national and…
- Languages: English (fluency), French (working…)
- Key skills: Building collaborative relationships at senior levels, Operating in Ministerial or Diplomatic political environment, Defence Acquisition and Support processes, NSPA operating model knowledge
- Eligibility: Nationals from all Member States; Security clearance required; Current military or administration post holders must retire, resign, or apply for special leave from national authorities
Selection process
The notice describes the following selection steps:
- Screening process
- Interviews expected approximately six weeks after application closing date
Contract and working arrangements
Contract duration: Initial 3 years, renewable, maximum 6 years definite tenure.
Hiring unit: NSPA.
Position details
- Reference
- GE002
- Directorate-General
- GE
- Last Verified
- 18 September 2026
Position overview
This is the official EU Careers listing for Executive NSPA Representative to NATO HQ at NSPA based in Brussels. The vacancy reference is GE002. It is hosted by GE, the Directorate-General responsible for this policy area.
Post No GE002/ Ref. No 2026_00615
JOB DESCRIPTION (See link to the full job description in the blue box)
- University degree equivalent to Master's - Previous experience of building collaborative relationships at senior levels in a relevant international organization - Experience of operating in a Ministerial or Diplomatic political environment - Proven experience of Defence Acquisition and Support processes and approaches in NATO - Knowledge and understanding of the NSPA operating model, and its inter-relationship to NATO and other national and international organisations - NATO's two official languages are English and French. The work of this post is mainly conducted in English, therefore fluency in that language is essential and 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 11 150.91, tax free - before insurance and pension contributions. - (Definite Tenure) Initial duration of the assignment will be for 3 years. The contract may be renewed, but will not exceed the definite tenure of 6 years.
HOW TO APPLY?
All candidates (internal and external)should refer to the FAQs before applying.
NSPA internal candidates must submit additionally their latest completedperformancereport.
NSPA staff members of the same grade can submit a transfer request till 01 October 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.
Application timeline
This vacancy was first listed on 18 September 2026, 2 days ago.
The application deadline is 29 October 2026, 39 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.
Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 18 September 2026 (2 days ago).
Where to learn more
For headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at NSPA see the NSPA institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Brussels see our Brussels location page.
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