Global Crisis Preparedness Lead (Time-Limited)

All locations
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Oslo, Norway
  • London, United Kingdom
  • Arnhem, Netherlands
Business:
Group
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Time Limited Employee
Job ID:
7035
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Group functions

Group functions in DNV are experts on finance and accounting, human resources, communication and sustainability, legal, tax and compliance – providing company-wide support, governance and strategic projects. Group also includes our strategic Research and Development unit, which provides science-based insights and foresight to tackle transformations and challenges across the industries we serve.

About the role

DNV operates in a global environment characterized by increasing geopolitical volatility, security uncertainty, military conflicts, and other external disruptions that can materially affect the safety and wellbeing of our people, as well as our operations, and business continuity. The war in the Middle East and Ukraine, alongside historical incidents in other high-risk geographies, underline the importance of strengthening our ability to proactively protect and support our people through robust and consistent crisis preparedness.

To address rising challenges in a changing world, we are strengthening our global crisis preparedness capability. Our goal is to ensure a more effective, consistent and scalable approach to readiness. The role of a Global Crisis Preparedness Lead will be central to building a proactive, resilient organization that safeguards employees worldwide in times of war, global and local conflicts, and other crises. The role will initially be established for two years, with the possibility of becoming permanent, and will report to Head of Group People Safety and Resilience.

About the Role

As Global Crisis Preparedness Lead, you will be a key advisor and coordinator across global, regional, and local teams—translating complex security developments into practical actions that protect people.

You will operate as a deployable expert (“flying squad”), offering practical support to high-risk locations, working alongside crisis teams on the ground when needed.

Working out of the UAE, your first priority will be to help the regional crisis team prepare for and manage situations similar to the exposures for our colleagues in the GCC countries after February 28th 2026.

Key prioritized responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the regional crisis team for GCC with on the ground decision making and execution of protective ‘shelter in place’ measures and relocation considerations to improve the safety of our colleagues during aerial drone and missile attacks.
  • Designing and executing a comprehensive passive defense life-safety strategy for GCC to protect employees and corporate assets within a multi-tenant building and distributed home-office environments against localized drone threats.

Longer-term responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring geopolitical developments and converting them into actionable risk insights
  • Advising leadership during natural disasters, military conflicts, accidents, and other crises with clear, structured decision support
  • Strengthening global processes and procedures for ‘passive defense’, including escalation, hardening-in-place, relocation, and overall crisis coordination
  • Leading vulnerability assessments and guiding protective measures (e.g. sheltering, safe zones, and other emergency infrastructures)
  • Designing and running crisis simulations, drills, and preparedness programs in both local and global scope, on behalf of regional crisis teams and the DNV Group crisis team
  • Supporting traveler safety in relation to developing and active crises
  • Contributing to Group-level crisis forums and risk reviews
  • You will not replace local accountability—but will significantly enhance global readiness, coordination, and decision quality.

What we offer
  • A high-impact global role that is key in safeguarding human life
  • Opportunity to shape and elevate crisis preparedness across a leading international organization
  • Exposure to real-world, high-stakes situations at a global level
  • A collaborative, purpose- and value-driven environment with a focus on safeguarding people
  • Initial time-limited assignment with potential for permanence
  • Preferred location: Dubai with possibility of work on the basis of an International Assignment

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

You are a seasoned professional from diplomacy, military, law enforcement, government, or corporate security—comfortable operating in ambiguity, pressure, and complex high-risk international environments.

You bring:

  • Direct operational experience mitigating asymmetric risks in the GCC region, with a deep, practical understanding of localized aerial drone capabilities, targeting behaviours, and kinetic impact profiles.
  • Proven ability to assess and physically reinforce leased spaces within multi-tenant high-rises and residential "home offices," optimizing structural protection without disrupting daily business operations.
  • A track record of standing fast during crisis – prioritizing physical hardening, workspace reinforcement and strict ‘shelter in place’ protocols over immediate evacuation.
  • Experience sourcing, integrating, and managing discreet early-warning and threat-monitoring systems that alert key stakeholders without triggering mass panic.
  • Practical experience maintaining corporate operational resilience and workforce cohesion during active regional security escalations.
  • The tactical gravitas to advise senior executives, manage landlord/multi-tenant facility dynamics, and drive safety compliance without relying on formal authority.

You have:

  • A strong understanding of geopolitical risk and modern conflict dynamics and warfare
  • The ability to translate intelligence and emerging threats into practical protective actions
  • An established professional network in security, government, or international environments

You are:

  • Calm, decisive, and resilient in high-pressure situations
  • Deeply familiar with the regulatory, corporate, and cultural nuances of operating within the Gulf region.
  • A clear communicator who can simplify complexity into action
  • Collaborative and culturally aware across global contexts
  • Strategic in thinking, yet practical in execution
  • Driven to protect people and contribute to organizational resilience
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices. Due to our limited capacity during the holiday period it might take longer than usual to review your CV. Our aim is to assess each and every application fairly and we'll get back to you in early August. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.