3282 Political Science Consultant

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRETSCOPE OF WORKThe main objective of this statement of work is to seek part time support in development of liaison related documentation aimed at furthering the multinational initiatives like THOR and other space initiatives.The CTO-STAR and Space Section within HQ-D2IA is looking for a service that can provide foundational documents in support of THOR and other space initiatives.Under the direction of the CTO-STAR and HQ-D2IA, the service provided will deliver services having the following main activities:To the CTO-STAR team, provide products needed to support the development of THOR and other space initiatives.To the HQ-D2IA Space Section, facilitate the establishment of potential multinational cooperation arrangements for Allied contributions to the THOR and APSS programs, including through industry and Allied engagements in close coordination with the HQ-D2IA Head of Space Section.Provide products needed to support to establish alignment of purpose between THOR and the NATO HQ and NATO nations.Provide products needed to support CTO-STAR activity to ensure THOR processes are coherent with ACO processes, systems and services.Provide products needed to ensure coordination with IS-D2IA, NCIA and other stakeholders of THOR or other space initiatives are understood and supported.The services shall be provided in close collaboration between the Contractor and NCIA/IS as described below:NCIA- CTO:STAR Project lead and main stakeholderNATO-HQ- D2IA-Space:Main stakeholder in NATO HQContractor: To provide deliverables identified above.SKILL, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCEThe consultancy support for this work requires junior political science graduate with the following technical qualifications:EssentialMinimum 6 months experience in international organization.Motivated, good communication skills, team player.Operational ISR experience.Good understanding of the Alliance’s political and military consultative processes, including at NATO HQ, and key security policy issues on its agenda.Experience with NATO Multinational Space Initiatives and developing political and multinational program products.Experience of engaging with Allied stakeholders to effectively discuss their national space capability needs.Experience & knowledge of Space capabilities sector and in an international environment.Knowledge of security studies.Experience with the NATO Intelligence Enterprise related activities.Have experience, knowledge and interest with Space technologies, Space Intelligence and security.Hold a degree in the field of political science, business administration/development or crisis and security management; Or exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate’s abilities and track experience record in the field of intelligence, international security, Space, IMINT and GEOINT.Excellent English writing and communication skills. Concise and clear.DesirableNATO Headquarters experience.Strong and persuasive communication and negotiation skills.Comfortable performing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Be proactive and show a high interest in learning and continuous improvement.Professional QualificationsKnowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization.Experience with Space implementation strategy within NATO.Excellent knowledge of MS Office.Motivated, good communication skills, team player.This is a deliverable-based contract. This is a condensed version of the job description. A full, detailed job description will be provided during the application process.