Provision of Legal Advisors Worktop Functional Area System (LAWFAS) paralegal for NATO with security clearance

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We are seeking a contractor to provide support services for the Legal Advisors Worktop Functional Area System (LAWFAS). SHAPE is the strategic headquarters for Allied Command Operations (ACO). LAWFAS is a critical web-based platform (Microsoft SharePoint) that serves as a central repository for legal knowledge, facilitates collaboration, and connects legal professionals across the NATO community to enhance interoperability and operational readiness.

Responsibilities:

LAWFAS paralegal & administrative support services:

• Consolidate, upload, review, and publish documents to LAWFAS. Complete metadata and curate information in line with records management policies.

• Provide document search, legal research support, and help desk assistance to LAWFAS users.

• Develop templates, business rules, workflows, and reference data. Create and maintain training materials and knowledge resources for new users.

• Capture user requirements, produce use cases for functional enhancements, and prepare test scenarios for new developments.

• Develop collaboration workflows and workspaces for NATO entities. Archive key documents (letters, agreements) and manage data standards.

LAWFAS technical & administrator services:

• Administer the LAWFAS platform (create accounts, reset passwords) and manage the technical publishing workflow.

• Update and explore solutions for securing and assuring the integrity of data within LAWFAS.

• Analyze and continually improve the usability of the platform. Develop technical solutions in collaboration with NCIA staff.

• Manage the archiving process in accordance with the NATO Information Management Policy (NIMP).

• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical support, help desk assistance, and user training.

• Support LAWFAS-related meetings and conferences. Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Reprographics) as required.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Competency in records and knowledge management and document library curation demonstrated through relevant experience or training.

• One year of experience in the last three years in supporting a common document repository and collaborative tool and platform comparable to LAWFAS;

• Practical experience in the design, development, implementation, testing and maintenance of a document repository, knowledge management system, or records management system integrating new policies, processes, technology and organization;

• Knowledge of Information Computer Technology (ICT), with five years’ ICT experience in a comparable professional setting;

• Fluency in English (verbal and written).

Desirable Personal Attributes

• The ability to work effectively in a multi-national, multi-cultural environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to liaise effectively with senior military and civilian management.

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