Section Head (Capability Planning)

NATO • United States of America, Norfolk, MA

3d

About The Position

The Capability Planning section is leading the nuclear-related programming efforts leading up to the approval of the Capability Programme Plans (CPPs) by governance at Gate 2 in accordance with the Common Funded Capability Delivery Governance Model (CFCDGM). The section is also responsible for the requirements and security management of the programme throughout its lifecycle. Within the office of the Nuclear C3, the incumbent's main responsibility is to act as head of the Capability Planning section for the Nuclear Consultation, Command and Control modernization Programme.

Requirements

• University Degree in management information systems, accounting, economics, finance, business administration, public administration, operations research, project management, military operations research, mathematics, statistics or related numerate discipline, computer science or related discipline and 2 years function related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 4 years post related experience.
• 5 years’ experience in Defense Capability Development of complex system acquisition and/or development for a large military organization or major private company supporting military of government organizations.
• 3 years’ experience in Programme development including requirements specification, integration, planning, financial, budget, and execution responsibilities.
• 3 years’ related professional experience which encompasses programmatic team leadership/management in a large military organization or major private company supporting military of government organizations.
• Proven record of achievement in positions of similar scope and responsibility.
• English - SLP 3333 - (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Nuclear Consultation, Command and Control.
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACT, ACO and NATO Agencies.
• Demonstrable a comprehensive understanding of the NATO’s Common Funded Capability Delivery Model.
• Knowledge and experience from problem definition and analysis using Industry best practices.
• Experience in capability architecture at the Enterprise level.
• Expert-level certification in programme, project or risk management, such as: Projects in Controlled Environments (PRINCE2) Practitioner, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner and Management of Risk (MoR) Practitioner. Equivalent certifications will be acceptable.
• An understanding of the organization of NATO's nuclear policy, associated nuclear capabilities, and the political consultation process.

Responsibilities

• Manages a Capability Planning section within the office of the Nuclear C3 to align and maintain oversight of all ongoing work strands contributing to the delivery of CFCDGM management products.
• Manages the definition and development of programmatic scope, timeline, risks and cost throughout the programme’s lifecycle.
• Oversees analytical studies and investigations to influence further development of the NC3 capability across DOTMLPFI in close coordination with the end users.
• Supervises the development of NC3 capability architecture in close coordination with relevant NATO strategies, policies and directives.
• Supervises the development of NC3 security documentation in close collaboration with the NATO Security Advisory Board and other relevant accreditation authorities.
• Drives the capability requirements process throughout lifecycle in support of benefit realization and end users needs.
• Organizes and facilitates workshops with Territorial Host Nations, Agencies and end users across the alliance to ensure alignment on the NC3 vision and coherence in the CPP development.
• Identifies, analyzes and manages dependencies related to the program and facilitate the integration of legacy nuclear programmes into the NC3 portfolio.
• Represents ACT, as directed by the Branch Head, on appropriate NC3 related committees, task force, panels and working groups and define coordinated content for ACT participation in current and future NATO initiatives.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships, communicating program progress, risks, and issues to key stakeholders.
• Supports the outreach efforts of the office of the Nuclear C3 by providing expertise and advice to all relevant NATO stakeholders (e.g. industry, academia, science and technology, NHQ IS entities and NATO bodies).
• Supports the Strategic Communication efforts of the office of the Nuclear C3 and provide advice and recommendations to the NC3 leadership as required.

Benefits

• The successful applicant will be required to apply for and receive a Security COSMIC TOP SECRET/A Clearance prior to final confirmation of contract and commencement of employment.
• Serving NATO International Civilian staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.
• Newly recruited staff will be offered a three year definite duration contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree