Seconded national expert (SNE)

Tasks and responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Unit and under the supervision of the respective Head of Sector the main duties related to this position are: 

• To plan, prepare and manage the implementation and delivery of EUROSUR Fusion Services for authorised stakeholders; 
• To manage the allocated EUROSUR Fusion Service implementation and delivery cycle (including service operationalization) from a budgetary, operational and technical perspective; 
• To coordinate the implementation and delivery of the EFS services internally at Frontex and with external entities (other EU agencies, Member States, etc.); 
• To support internal and external users of EUROSUR Fusion Services;
• To contribute to the preparation of training materials and provide training and coaching to users in Member States and at Frontex on the usage of EUROSUR Fusion Services;
• To maintain and develop procedures, guidelines and other business documentations; 
• To perform any other task in the area of competence.

Selection criteria:

Professional qualifications, competencies and experience required: Essential: 

• At least 5 years of experience in planning and conducting intelligence and surveillance activities, preferably by airborne or spaceborne sensors including data processing. 
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn specialised software 
• Practical experience in implementing projects throughout the project cycle 
• Knowledge of the applicable legal framework (EBCG Regulation, EUROSUR Implementing Regulation, Schengen Borders Code, European Integrated Border Management) 
• Experience related to drafting official documents, concept notes and procedures
• Knowledge about the intelligence cycle and practical implementation Assets: Experience with Geographic Information Systems 
• Experience in imagery analysis and associated processes 
• Knowledge about air operations, air traffic management 
• Knowledge about systems integration and data fusion

Generic competencies required:

To synthetically integrate and link information from multiple sources, analyse complex data, and draw sound, well-reasoned conclusions to support effective decision-making. 

• To coordinate, steer and supervise activities within the field of expertise, plan and use resources effectively and timely, make informed decisions, and proactively implement them anticipating future obstacles.
• To provide support and guidance to team members and intervene correctively when necessary. To ensure that everyone behaves appropriately by giving clear instructions and by monitoring results. Frontex - European Border and Coast Guard Agency www.frontex.europa.eu | Pl. Europejski 6, 00-844 Warsaw, Poland | Tel. +48 22 205 95 00 | Fax +48 22 205 95 01 
• To manage and foster the relationships with the relevant internal and external stakeholders. To give targeted advice to others based on one's own credibility and expertise. 
• To manage actively self-learning, growth and self-improvement. To demonstrate a growth mindset and dedication to quality.