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UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Shape, Mons, Belgium, Belgium. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 9
- Organisations
- 1
- Last refreshed
- 7/21/2026
Latest open roles
Staff Officer (ACO Industry Engagement)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Officer (ACO Industry Engagement) supports the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in coordinating and facilitating innovation-related activities and industry engagement across the Allied Command Operations (ACO). The role involves signposting, monitoring, and advising on emerging technologies, digital transformation, and wargaming. Key responsibilities include coordinating engagements between ACO entities and the defense industry, developing policies and strategies for industry interaction, and acting as the focal point for NATO enterprise stakeholders such as the Defence Investment Division and the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA). The incumbent leads innovation talk campaigns, facilitates industry engagement events, and supports high-profile delegation visits. The position requires strong analytical and strategic thinking to assess policy implications and provide courses of action. It serves as a key enabler for ACO’s warfighting functions by progressing innovation needs. The role is based in a normal NATO office environment but may involve deployment. The successful candidate will work within the ACO Innovation Management Branch, supporting the SHAPE Command Group on innovation issues and fostering a culture of innovation within the command.
Closes 8/19/2026GEO Technician (Geospatial Data Modelling Manager)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The GEO Technician (Geospatial Data Modelling Manager) is a mid-level technical role within NATO’s Strategic Headquarters (SHAPE), specifically supporting the J2 Division’s Geospatial, Meteorological and Oceanographic Branch. The incumbent is responsible for assessing location-based information data architecture and developing detailed data schemas to enable data-centric working from a geospatial perspective. Key duties include managing data and metadata, maintaining repositories, and handling data exchange platforms such as PANGEA. The role requires developing coherent data schemas, producing data models, and facilitating interoperability among data owners across NATO Communities of Interest (COIs). The incumbent must liaise with stakeholders, communicate complex technological concepts to non-technical audiences, and apply data governance principles. Additional responsibilities involve data innovation, strategic analysis, and visualizing data to tell compelling stories that inform decision-making. The position demands a strong understanding of geospatial intelligence, data management, and digital transformation systems architecture. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert for data interoperability, ensuring alignment with NATO standards and supporting the goal of 'operating off the same map.' This is a Project Related NATO International Civilian (PLN) post with a three-year definite duration contract, offering a tax-free salary and allowances.
Closes 8/19/2026Staff Officer (CIP/"Red Spider" Manager)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Officer (CIP/Red Spider Manager) role at NATO’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) involves managing the Core GIS-based Common Intelligence Picture (CIP/Red Spider). This shared digital platform integrates location-based intelligence, geospatial data, and meteorological/oceanographic information to support Allied Command Operations. The incumbent oversees the system’s development, maintenance, and improvement, ensuring effective access and sharing across NATO. Key responsibilities include coordinating data requirements with intelligence and command stakeholders, managing data governance and access controls, and ensuring interoperability with existing NATO systems. The role requires prioritizing operational needs, supporting military exercises, and contributing to future capability development. The successful candidate will act as the main point of contact between information owners, system administrators, and users, fostering a ‘One ACO, One CIP’ approach. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences. The position demands tact, diplomacy, and the ability to handle sensitive classified information while working with senior leaders and international partners.
Closes 8/2/2026Staff Officer (Capability Development)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Officer (Capability Development) role at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) focuses on enhancing Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) within the Allied Command Operations (ACO). The incumbent provides specialist capability advice and guidance, leading the development of operational requirements for the NATO CIMIC Analysis and Assessment Capability. Key responsibilities include coordinating with the CIMIC Community of Interest, tracking capability development status, and participating in analytical exchanges to identify new requirements. The role requires interfacing with senior officials and working in an international environment with military and civilian personnel. The ideal candidate possesses strategic/operational headquarters experience in CIMIC and capability development, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. The position is a three-year fixed-term contract for a Project Linked NATO International Civilian, open only to nationals of NATO member states.
Closes 7/28/2026Staff Officer (Cyber Security_CIS Security Accreditation)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Assistant (Cyber Security/CIS Security Accreditation) role supports the ACO Security Accreditation Authority in accrediting Communications/Information Systems (CIS) projects and systems, particularly those linked to NATO’s Digital Backbone. Key responsibilities include guiding project teams through the accreditation process, gathering cyber requirements, conducting security audits, and maintaining liaison with NATO CIS Operational Authorities. The incumbent evaluates Information Assurance threat vectors, risk assessments, and vulnerability reports, while supporting the implementation of new accreditation tools. The role requires strong task management, communication, and stakeholder management skills to work harmoniously with civilian and military staff. Candidates must possess experience in information security and network security assessments. The position is based in Casteau/Mons, Belgium, with potential deployments for up to 180 days. It is a fixed-term contract of 15 months under the NATO 2030 Agenda, open only to nationals of NATO member states.
Closes 7/28/2026Buyer
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Buyer role at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) supports the Finance and Acquisition Directorate by managing the full procurement workflow for goods, services, and engineering works. Key responsibilities include reviewing technical specifications, screening suppliers, drafting bidding instructions, and supporting competitive bidding procedures. The incumbent administers contract files, investigates vendor financial viability, and assists with dispute resolution. The role also involves operating automated accounting/purchasing systems and managing the SHAPE Credit Card Programme. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to negotiate diplomatically while safeguarding SHAPE's financial interests. This position is critical for ensuring timely and economical acquisition of supplies, directly impacting operational capability. The role requires adherence to strict ethical standards and NATO procurement directives, with potential for deployment to other NATO locations under the same grade.
Closes 8/25/2026Staff Assistant (Military Engineering - Information Management)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Assistant (Military Engineering - Information Management) role at NATO SHAPE supports the Infrastructure and Engineering Division in transitioning to a data-driven organization. The incumbent manages MILENG information systems, coordinates system development across the ACO MILENG community, and provides Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for NATO’s Digital Backbone and emerging technologies. Key responsibilities include monitoring system implementation, ensuring interoperability, and liaising with operational commanders to define information requirements. The role requires strong analytical skills to interpret MILENG data for strategic impact and defend decisions based on Total Cost of Ownership. The position is a Project Linked NATO International Civilian (PLN) post with a three-year definite duration contract. It involves potential deployments for military operations and exercises, both within and outside NATO boundaries, which may exceed 30 days. The successful candidate must possess specific professional experience in military engineering or infrastructure support and information management systems, alongside higher secondary education and vocational training in a relevant technical discipline. Fluency in English is required. The role demands continuity, long-term vision, and the ability to work unsocial hours as needed.
Closes 8/9/2026Staff Officer (Workforce Establishment)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Staff Officer (Workforce Establishment) at NATO's Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) leads the integration of Peacetime and Crisis Establishment processes into a unified Workforce Establishment mechanism. The role involves comprehensive workforce planning, analysis, and coordination to define staffing requirements for peacetime, crisis, and conflict scenarios. Key responsibilities include acting as the primary Workforce Analyst, introducing corporate solutions to optimize organizational performance, and identifying resource savings. The incumbent supports the J1 Division Exercise Planning Group by contributing to detailed exercise planning documents, objectives, and resource requirements. The position requires advising managers on HR and personnel processes within a large, regulated military organization, coordinating with senior stakeholders across HR, finance, and operational teams, and producing clear written recommendations. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in handling large datasets, and the ability to influence stakeholders through diplomacy and negotiation. The role is based in Casteau/Mons, Belgium, and may involve deployments or temporary duty assignments up to 183 days. It is a three-year fixed-term contract open to nationals of NATO member states.
Closes 7/26/2026Special Advisor (International Affairs)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization · 🇧🇪 Shape, Mons, Belgium
The Special Advisor (International Affairs) serves as the principal advisor within the Office of the Strategic and International Affairs Advisor (OSIA) at NATO Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE). The role provides senior leaders, including the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, with integrated strategic advice, policy insight, and international affairs expertise regarding operations, transformation, defence planning, and partnerships. Key responsibilities include offering strategic political-military advice on issues affecting Southern Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea; serving as a lead advisor on security and policy in these regions; contributing to major NATO policy and planning initiatives; and providing guidance on NATO Integrated Air and Missile Defence and maritime security. The incumbent assesses global political-military developments, advises on NATO relationships with regional partners, and represents OSIA in high-level engagements. The role requires drafting high-level briefs, maintaining diplomatic networks, and supporting crisis management. The ideal candidate possesses advanced expertise in political-military affairs, strong policy development skills, and diplomatic engagement experience. They must demonstrate strategic judgment, diplomacy, critical thinking, and resilience. The position involves potential deployments and travel, requiring a university degree or equivalent vocational training with significant post-related experience, and a good working knowledge of English.
Closes 8/2/2026
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