Job Description

Deadline Date: Thursday 28 May 2026

Requirement: Instructor (TOPFAS)

Location: Oeiras, PT

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 700

Required Start Date: 6 July 2026

End Contract Date: 31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Duties & Role:

• Prepare, maintain and deliver theoretical and practical training on all TOPFAS applications, including interoperability training, at NCI Academy or at customers' location in mobile training teams.
• Support the TOPFAS Section Head in planning and coordination of TOPFAS iterations and ensure business continuity for the TOPFAS Section.
• Support other courses with TOPFAS related lessons, if required.
• Prepare the training environment, including coordinating the preparation for trainings at customers' location.
• Develop and apply suitable training delivery methods for classroom, remote, online and blended learning.
• Produce the required visual, audio-visual or multimedia aids including teaching notes and handouts.
• Apply Academy Quality Assurance Policies.
• Contribute to Course Control Documentation in accordance with SAT procedures.
• Deputize for higher-grade staff, if required.
• The incumbent may be required to perform a similar range of duties within the organization at the same grade with or without there being any change to the contract.

Requirements

Skill, Knowledge & Experience:

• The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
• Experience in delivering training to adult learners and a proven ability to convey.
• Knowledge of NATO Operations Planning Process
• Experience in working with TOPFAS application (OPT, SAT, CAT).
• Qualification in one or more of the NCIA Academy TOPFAS courses: A0266 - TOPFAS System Analysis Tool (SAT); A0265 - TOPFAS Operations Planning Tool (OPT); A0267 - TOPFAS Campaign Assessment Tool (CAT); A0264 – TOPFAS System Administrator; A0285 – TOPFAS OPT Train the Trainer; A0286 – TOPFAS SAT Train the Trainer; A0288 – TOPFAS Functional Manager.