CE-4/22:A5: Head of Operations Department

CE-4/22:A5: Head of Operations Department

• A Master’s level qualification from a nationally recognised/certified University in a related discipline and 10 years' post-related experience. Acceptable alternatives: Bachelor’s level qualification with 15 years' post-related experience, or an equivalent education combined with an appropriate amount of relevant, professional experience.
• Good knowledge of the oil sector in its logistic, commercial, economic and technical aspects.
• Knowledge of refining, petrochemical processes and oil markets.
• Relevant seniority in the functional area, International exposure, Industry know-how and Leadership experience.
• NATO's 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?

• 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
• Generous annual leave of 6 weeks plus official holidays
• Pension Scheme

POST DETAILS

• Basic monthly salary: EUR 12 555, tax free – before insurance and pension contributions.

  This post will become vacant as of 01 September 2026.

• (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 9 years.

HOW TO APPLY?

All candidates (internal and external) should refer to the FAQs before applying.

NSPA internal candidates must submit additionally their latest completed performance report.

NSPA staff members of the same grade can submit a transfer request till 10 May 2026.

Applications sent via e‑mail will be automatically rejected.

All application deadlines are based on the Central European Time (CET) zone.

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.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS REQUIREMENT FOR CURRENT MILITARY OR ADMINISTRATION POST HOLDERS

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.

Your application should be submitted in one go and you will not be able to modify your data once submitted.

Minimum educational level: University Degree (Master) in relevant field or equivalent experience

Grade: NATO grade 22:A5

Duty Location: France - Versailles

Who can apply: NATO Civilian Staff and external candidates who are nationals of a NATO member country are invited to apply.

Deadline: 07/06/2026, 21:59

Vacancy status: Receiving applications until deadline