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EXCON Special Advisor

Spektrum
CompanySpektrum
CategoryConsulting & Strategy
LocationStavanger
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted6 Aug 2024
Last verified30 Jul 2026
SourceEmployer career page (greenhouse)
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Description
Spektrum have a wide range of exciting opportunities in several global locations.  We are always looking to add great new talent to our team and look forward to hearing from you. Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects. Who we are supporting   The NATO Joint Warfare Centre (JWC) is a NATO establishment focused on improving the Alliance's operational capabilities through training and exercises. Located in Stavanger, Norway, the JWC plays a critical role in preparing NATO forces for future challenges by: Training and Exercises Conducting large-scale, joint operational-level training events, simulations, and exercises to enhance interoperability among NATO member nations. Doctrine Development Contributing to the development and refinement of NATO doctrines and concepts by providing feedback and insights from exercises and training activities. Operational Support Offering expert support to NATO operations, missions, and exercises, ensuring that lessons learned are integrated into future training and planning.  The JWC supports NATO's overall strategic objectives by ensuring that its forces are well-prepared and capable of responding to various global threats and challenges. The program  To deliver each full exercise cycle the JWC relies heavily on an Exercise Control (EXCON) structure. EXCON staff members are drawn from several backgrounds and units including JWC staff, NATO component commands, Training Audience (TA) Headquarters, Partner Nations and other augmenters’ positions. EXCON has both direction and control functions which allow it to establish the conditions needed by the TA to achieve the exercise aim and objectives. EXCON size and structure is flexible and is shaped to the requirement of each phase of exercise delivery. When it is not possible to fill a position from military sources, the JWC has the option to source a contractor to fill a position. Not all contracted positions are required for each phase of each exercise . Role Background Engagement as Short-Term Operational support for specific exercise events. A as Subject Matter Expert (SMEs) fulfilling one of the Exercise Play Functions (EPFs) as role players in the Exercise Control Organization (EXCON). Each exercise will have a unique combination of EPFs depending on the scenario and exercise design. Role Duties and Responsibilities Contribute Flag Officer/General Officer (FOGO) level experience of NATO Joint operational to JWC exercises. Employ detailed understanding and experience of NATO Exercise Planning Process (EPP as per Bi-SC 075-003) and Operational Planning Process (as per COPD) in preparation of NATO exercises. Provide FOGO level advice, guidance and assistance to JWC personnel and TA staffs to bridge Training Objectives into relevant and applicable Strategic, Operational and Tactical level challenges, into exercise content and play. Provide mentoring and professional development to JWC personnel in key EXCON positions to facilitate exercise delivery and synchronization of effects, command and control (thereby supporting consistency in exercise delivery). Assist EXCON/JWC personnel in analysing TA produced orders and documentation into measurable actions and effects. If required, suggest options to resolve discrepancies in orders or COAs to facilitate TA education. Provide understanding of multi-domain, full spectrum operations in all phases, scope and scale, in support of campaign synchronization. Engage, if required, with the Senior Mentors to coordinate JWC activity. Attend daily coo
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EXCON Special Advisor — Spektrum · Job Opportunities API