JAS Project-Linked NATO; PLN Agenda - Analyst; Modelling & Simulation

Position: JAS Project-Linked NATO (PLN) Agenda 2030 - Analyst (Modelling & Simulation)
Title  Analyst (Modelling & Simulation)
Posting Information   NATO Body:  ACO/Headquarters Allied Joint Force Command Naples (JFCNP)

Location:

Naples, Lago Patria (ITA)
Grade:  A2/G15
Security Clearance:  NATO SECRET
Post Number:  OJS OAAX 1030
Background  Headquarters Allied Joint Force Command Naples serves as a resilient, static Joint headquarters to plan, prepare and conduct operations across all domains from Baseline Activities and Current Operations (BACO) to the Maximum Level of Effort (MLE). It supports NATO’s three core tasks at the Joint Operational level, coordinates with Single Service Commands, integrates allocated forces, and synchronises activities to achieve operational objectives.
The Operations Directorate directs, monitors, assesses and coordinates operational staff functions. The Joint Assessment Division leads continuous monitoring, measurement and assessment of progress towards decisive conditions. The Campaign Assessment Branch monitors campaign progress towards mid‑term objectives and the operational end‑state across the PMESII engagement space.
Within the Campaign Assessment Branch the incumbent develops models and simulations that enable operations research, wargaming and analytical studies to support data‑driven decision making during planning, execution and assessment of joint operations.
Duties   Develop or acquire models and simulations for analytical studies that support operational planning, execution and assessment of joint all‑domain operations.
Collaborate with the Branch Head to determine how modelling and simulation can support the work of the Joint Assessment Division and other divisions within the HQ.
Develop and execute computer models to simulate real‑world processes and systems, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Analyse and interpret simulation data to identify patterns, trends, and insights that aid decision‑making and problem‑solving.
Apply statistical analysis methods and experimental design principles to validate and refine simulation models.
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations and potential improvements based on simulation results.
Work closely with operational analysis, wargaming and data science teams to determine modelling and simulation requirements and develop them accordingly.
Create written, non‑technical reports and briefings for military audiences on analytical findings and model application.
Identify JFCNP requirements and develop implementation plans for NATO’s Next Generation Modelling and Simulation capability.
Build and maintain a network of modelling and simulation professionals within NATO, member nations, industry and academia.
Implement and maintain best practice for management of models and simulations in accordance with NATO policies, standards and procedures.
Participate in NATO Science and Technology Research groups and lessons‑learned processes to ensure continual improvement of modelling and simulation capability.
Contribute to project teams or working groups as directed or assigned.

Special Requirements   Perform similar duties elsewhere within the organisation at the same grade without change to the contract.
Undertake TDY assignments within and outside NATO boundaries and be willing to work unsocial hours.
Undertake deployments in support of military operations and exercises, with durations up to 183 days within any 547‑day period, potentially on short notice.
Work in a normal NATO office environment; normal working conditions apply.
Risk of injury categorized as no risk or may increase when deployed.
Essential Requirements  Education  University degree in operations research, military operations research, mathematics, statistics, computer science, business administration, engineering, economics, public administration, business process engineering or a related numerate discipline with at least 2 years of function‑related experience.
OR higher‑secondary education with advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or accreditation and 4 years of post‑related experience.
Experience   Proven professional experience conducting operational analysis/operational research for complex…