Vagthavende officer til Arktisk Kommando i Nuuk

About the role

The Duty Officer will be based at the Arctic Command Operations Centre (AKO JOC) in Nuuk, Greenland. The officer leads a small watch team that operates 24/7, coordinating closely with Danish Defence, Greenlandic Police and other national partners.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the 12‑hour watch shift, ensuring continuous operational coverage.
• Act as the single point of contact for Danish forces, Greenlandic authorities and civilian inquiries.
• Monitor geographic, national and international situations and trigger appropriate responses.
• Manage the technical and operational running of the JOC, including reporting and case registration.
• Coordinate with intelligence (J2), operations (J3) and civil‑military liaison (J9) sections.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant procedures and regulations.
• Maintain liaison with the Defence Operations Staff and local police for joint missions.

Required profile

• Current rank of Captain or Lieutenant‑Captain, or experienced Premier Lieutenant eligible for promotion.
• Proven leadership experience in a military environment.
• Willingness to serve in the Arctic region on a long‑term basis.
• Ability to operate under high‑stress, strategically important situations.
• Fluency in Danish (and English) to communicate with national and international partners.

Required skills