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    The main task of the Programme Director (PD) is to successfully manage the research programme.

    PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
    for the period 1.1.2026–31.12.2030

    Finland and Northern European Security research programme
    The programme produces strategic research on Finnish foreign and security policy and Finland’s changing security environment. The programme’s key research focus is Finnish comprehensive security and resilience policy, and more broadly Finland’s role in international relations. Furthermore, the programme aims to conduct research on the various aspects related to security and the geostrategy in Northern Europe: the Nordic countries, the Baltic Sea region, and the Arctic.

    The PD participates in the planning of research and other work necessary for the Institute, under the guidance of the FIIA leadership. In addition, a PD also has personal research duties.

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    The main task of the Programme Director (PD) is to successfully manage the research programme.

    PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
    for the period 1.1.2026–31.12.2030

    Finland and Northern European Security research programme
    The programme produces strategic research on Finnish foreign and security policy and Finland’s changing security environment.

    The programme’s key research focus is Finnish comprehensive security and resilience policy, and more broadly Finland’s role in international relations. Furthermore, the programme aims to conduct research on the various aspects related to security and the geostrategy in Northern Europe: the Nordic countries, the Baltic Sea region, and the Arctic.

    The PD participates in the planning of research and other work necessary for the Institute, under the guidance of the FIIA leadership. In addition, a PD also has personal research duties.

    Read more

    https://fiia.fi/en/institute/the-institute

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    Details https://valtiolle.fi/en/jobs/programme-director-12905/ Finnish Institute of International AffairsTemporaryAll jobsEmploymentOffice working hoursManagers129051.1.2026 - 31.12.2030693125.4.2025 15:32 - 16.5.2025 16:15HelsinkiSelect an area of responsibilityPossibility to work remotelyScience / research / development and statistics Statutory eligibility and language skills requirements

    For the successful performance of these tasks, a doctoral degree and fluency in English are required.

    Our expectations of the applicant

    Successful performance of these duties will require broad expertise and substantial international experience, preferably in research-related functions. An excellent disposition for teamwork, and experience of influencing public policy and of the work in think tank organizations are seen as an advantage. Experience of practical leadership tasks, showing the applicant’s ability to manage a research community and to act as a supervisor for researchers, is particularly valued.

    We offer you A demanding and challenging task as program director at socially significant think tank. Contact Information

    Applications should include a CV (max. 5 pages) specifying the principal scientific qualifications and achievements and other evidence of competence and distinctions. We also request a provisional research and publication plan regarding the applicant's own research projects for the programme period.

    Applications in English are addressed to the Director of the Institute.

    Applications will not be returned.

    Further details of the research work and other FIIA activities are available on our website at www.fiia.fi. More information on the duties of the Programme Director, please contact director Hiski Haukkala on Mon April 28, 12-13, tel. +358 9 432 7701 or hiski.haukkala(at)fiia.fi.

    More information on the research programme for the new programme period under the link for additional information.

    How to apply

    Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.

  • The Registry of the Finnish Institute of International Affairs

    Arkadiankatu 23b
    00100 Helsinki

  • Organisation
  • The Finnish Institute of International Affairs (FIIA) is an independent research institute operating in connection with the Finnish Parliament. Its mission is to produce high-quality research, support political decision-making and participate in the academic and public debate both nationally and internationally. The research at the institute focuses on international politics, economic relations, the European Union and Finnish foreign and security policy.

    Location
    Arkadiankatu 23B, 00100 Helsinki

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  • Helsinki
    Arkadiankatu 23b
    00100 Helsinki
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    Other information of the position

  • Level of position: Managers
  • Remote work: Possibility to work remotely
  • Description of the remote work: A possibility to work remotely three days a week but as a program director this most likely will be limited.
  • Reason for fixed-term employment: Nature of work
  • Working time format: Office working hours
  • Remuneration information: The salary of the programme director.
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