Assistant, Registry and Administration (1 post & Reserve List)
🔍 Belgium
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- 250603 Requisition #
1. SUMMARY
Within the Office of the Secretary General (OSG), the Private Office (PO) supports and coordinates the activities of the Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General in the performance of their duties, while facilitating coordination between the Divisions and other NATO entities.
Within PO, the Registry, is responsible for the efficient and effective information workflow in the Private Office. The service provides Information and Knowledge Management (IKM) support to OSG by organising, processing, registering, storing and distributing digital information. It also ensures the secure retrieval and management of records, offering documentation processing support to Allies, Partners, NATO Military Authorities and IS Divisions as needed.
Under the supervision of the OSG Head of Administration, the incumbent is accountable for efficiently handling a wide range of support duties of an administrative and organisational nature. They organize and process digital information of the Office, provide training and support on procedures and tools, and offer hands-on guidance and assistance to OSG staff on other related digital tools/software (i.e., SharePoint, Task Tracker, etc.).
They provide support in a professional and efficient manner, aligning with customer needs and adhering to applicable NATO IKM policies and procedures.
The role combines organizational, administrative, information technology, and customer service tasks, with the ability to contribute to the improvement of the PO Registry’s operations and overall administrative support to the OSG Units.
2. QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL
The incumbent must:
- have a good general education at least to higher secondary level;
- have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant area for the position;
- have experience with various IT applications and be an expert in the use of collaborative applications (i.e., SharePoint);
- have experience with document and records management systems;
- have experience in administrative support duties;
- possess the ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment;
- demonstrate proactivity and strong multi-tasking skills;
- be able to prioritise a wide-range of competing demands, from various customers (including senior officials) while providing high-quality service;
- possess the following minimum levels of NATO's official languages (English/French) V (“Advanced”) in one; II (“Elementary”) in the other.
DESIRABLE
The following would be considered an advantage:
- experience with SharePoint for managing workflows, automating tasks and improving information sharing and collaboration;
- knowledge and/or experience of international best practices and standards in the field of information and knowledge management;
- knowledge and/or certification in project management;
- experience working in an international organization, a national administration or the armed forces.
- higher level in both of NATO's official languages.
3.
Planning and Execution
Provide support to staff within the Office in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Implement best practices in information and knowledge management, particularly those related to tools, organization, accessibility, utilization, to enhance the flow of information and knowledge within the OSG Units and across NATO’s International and Military Staff. Conduct when required day-to-day office administration tasks, such as arrange meetings and handle related details related to travel arrangements, coordination, etc. Back-up for other colleagues in a team when required.
Information Management
Develop and maintain the OSG Intranet Portal to adequately support the Office’s workforce, enhance business workflows, and design the digital workspace. Provide procedural and support with various office application tools (e.g., tools for managing taskers, collaboration, and document and records management) to staff within the Office. Ensure clear and accurate presentation of information.
Project Management
Provide hands-on training, guidance, and advice on information and knowledge management procedures, processes and tools to the Office’s staff. Assist newcomers in adopting information and knowledge management best practices ensuring that they are fully familiar with procedures, tools and practices. Facilitate the effective preservation and transfer of information and knowledge from departing staff, ensuring continuity and minimizing knowledge loss. Take a proactive role in providing administrative and organizational support for projects and programs and continuously identify and implement strategies to accelerate, optimize, and improve the management of information and the utilization of office tools.
Knowledge Management
Provide information and knowledge to the Office and/or to the NATO’s IKM network as needed. Contribute, through the IKM Network, to the development and maintenance of existing and new IKM systems, processes and tools. Provide functional configuration support, in line with IKM guidance, for the Office’s collaborative tools and knowledge platforms, enhancing the sharing of information and knowledge across the Office. Produce and present relevant reports and statistics.
Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for information and knowledge management enquiries within the Office. Engage with other IKM Coordinators and Assistants through the IKM Network, and collaborate with Information Communications and Technology Management (ICTM) on technical requirements for the set-up and functional configuration of technical tools within the Office. Liaise and align with subject matter experts with central Archives and Information Management Service (IS-EM(ICTM)AIM) to ensure alignment with IKM best practices and procedures. Regularly attend ICTM Programme meetings, IKM coordinators’ meetings, and as well as the Business Integration Group (BIG) working level or working groups.
Expertise Development
Keep abreast of developments in IKM and other technical tools, processes and procedures. Actively expand knowledge and skills in areas of information technology and data analysis. Liaise with other IKM staff within the International Staff and across the NATO Enterprise to leverage knowledge. Provide impactful suggestions to enhance the Office’s tools and procedures, improving efficiency, customer experience, and knowledge management. Encourage the development and sharing of information and knowledge management best practices.
Perform any other related duty, as assigned.
4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS
The incumbent reports to the OSG Head of Administration and is accountable for the performance of all key responsibilities outlined above, as well as any additional responsibilities that may arise. They provide knowledge management support to OSG staff, working closely with the other members of the PO Registry and Private Office assistants, and when directed, they will be expected to reinforce the teams, including participation in the support to major political events. They also work closely with the assistants from the Council Secretariat, Human Security Unit and Policy and Planning Unit on administrative tasks. The incumbent collaborates with colleagues in the IKM Network and maintains strong working relationships with staff members of NATO’s Archive and Information Management and ICTM.
Direct reports: N/a
Indirect reports: N/a
5. COMPETENCIES
The incumbent must demonstrate:
- Clarity and Accuracy: Checks own work;
- Customer Service Orientation: Responds appropriately, maintains clear communication;
- Empathy: Listens actively;
- Flexibility: Accepts the need for flexibility;
- Initiative: Reacts to short-term opportunities or problems;
- Organizational Commitment: Is able to fit in;
- Teamwork: Cooperates.
In accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations, the successful candidate will receive a definite duration contract of three years, which may be followed by an indefinite duration contract.
7. USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:
- For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (link);
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8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
NATO is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strives to provide equal access to employment, advancement and retention, independent of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, cultural background, sexual orientation, and disability. NATO welcomes applications of nationals from all member Nations, and strongly encourages women to apply.
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