Host Nation Liaison Officer Brussels - Legal Employer GSO SHAPE

Beschrijving

The Host Nation Liaison Officer provides linguistic and administrative support to the Head of Location (HoL) Belgium (located at SHAPE), and to the British supported personnel in the Brussels area.

Duties include:

• Liaise and negotiate with Belgian national and local government departments, civilian organisations, contractors and firms.
• Provide translating and interpreting support in English, French and Dutch.
• Deals with the local communes on matters for which local knowledge and /or linguistic support is required.
• Liaise with the local police on routine matters, assists in contact with lawyers and signpost as necessary.
• Process requests for Diplomatic ID cards and for CD plates and assists with VAT paperwork.
• Provide driving support (during highlevel visits only).

It is essential that applicants are fluent in English, French and Dutch, verbal as well as written.

They have to have a detailed understanding of the way in which Belgian official organisations function and have a good knowledge of the wider Brussels area.

Good interpersonal skills, and the ability to deal with officials and customers in a professional manner are also indispensable. On the administrative side, applicants need to have a good working knowledge of MS Office, especially Word and Excel. They also have to hold a valid category B driving licence as a minimum. Previous experience of working in a military environment would be an asset.

It should also be noted that the successful applicant will need to undergo a security investigation required for access to the NATO premises.

Applications ONLY in English, please.


Salary:
From €3,640.00 per month


Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• 1000 Brussels: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application Deadline: 13/11/2023

Expected Start Date: 01/12/2023