NAV got the people, do you have the job? NAV's main goals are: More people active and in work, fewer people on benefits A well-functioning job market To provide the right services and benefits at the right time To provide good services tailored to the users' needs and circumstances Comprehensive and efficient labour and welfare administration What does NAV mean? NAV is the short name for the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration. NAV was originally short for the New Labour and Welfare Administration. NAV is now a standalone name and a brand so we write it in capitals.