Satellite Imagery Analyst (Structure Observation Management)(P4)

This selection exercise may be used to generate a roster of pre-approved candidates to address future staffing needs for similar functions in any of the Departments and Offices of the Organization.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE\: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant's location.

Organizational Setting

The Department of Safeguards carries out the IAEA’s duties and responsibilities as the world’s nuclear inspectorate, supporting global efforts to stop the spread of nuclear weapons. The primary role of the Department is to develop and implement IAEA safeguards to ensure that there is no diversion of declared nuclear material from peaceful activities and no indications of undeclared nuclear material or activities in a State as a whole.

The Department comprises nuclear safeguards inspectors, responsible for carrying out inspections and verifications of all-safeguards relevant information for nuclear facilities in over 180 States; and technical staff responsible for a wide range of activities including\: developing concepts and approaches for implementing safeguards; developing and maintaining safeguards equipment; providing analytical and laboratory services for sample analysis; collecting, evaluating and analysing safeguards-relevant information; providing information and communication technology infrastructure and services; and providing programme coordination support.

The Division of Information Management (SGIM) implements state of the art methodologies and techniques for the collection, processing and analysis of a range of safeguards-relevant information, including declarations submitted by States, evaluations resulting from the analysis of samples or measurements collected during infield activities, and information from open sources, including nuclear trade-related data and satellite imagery. Staff perform data validation and complex information analysis and evaluation to support infield activities and provide key input to the State evaluation process.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Section Head, the Satellite Imagery Analyst (Structure Observation Management) contributes to the development of structure observation management and knowledge management projects within the State Infrastructure Analysis Section. The Satellite Imagery Analyst (Structure Observation Management) also provides expert multi-sensor satellite imagery analysis to the IAEA's State evaluation process and for the IAEA's in-field verification activities, which provide the basis for the implementation of safeguards and the drawing of conclusions on States' compliance with their safeguards obligations.

Role

The Satellite Imagery Analyst (Structure Observation Management) is\: 1) a project manager exploring and supporting implementation of innovative technologies, methodologies, processes and techniques to advance analytical tradecraft; 2) an expert in the analysis and exploitation of multi-sensor satellite imagery (EO, SWIR, MWIR/TIR, HIS, SAR, etc.); and 3) a coordinator and focal point providing a primary interface with key customers to provide insight and expertise in the definition of requirements, collection of satellite imagery, and the development of analytical processes.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Contributing to the development of structure observation management and knowledge management as a framework for organizing and sharing GEOINT information.
• Actively contributing to projects or working groups dedicated to advancing analytical tradecraft, including improving standard operating procedures, enhancing methodologies and/or implementing new technologies or techniques.
• Preparing, generating and reviewing insightful satellite imagery analysis focused on but not limited to high-resolution panchromatic and multispectral imagery in support of the Department's preparation of field activities and the overall State evaluation process.
• Engaging with other experts and analysts in the collection and integration of all types of safeguards-relevant information to ensure production of the most comprehensive satellite imagery analytical products.
• Mentoring and/or guiding analysts in the collection, analysis and integration of multi-sensor satellite imagery pertinent to the nuclear fuel cycle and to proliferation pathways.
• Delivering training and presentations internally and at conferences and seminars.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Functional Competencies

Required Expertise

Asset Expertise

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Bachelor's Degree - A university degree in one of the specified fields with an additional two years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Master's Degree - Advanced university degree relevant to the technical analysis of nuclear proliferation or remote sensors such as geospatial technologies, remote-sensing, physics, engineering, political science, or a related field.

• Minimum of seven years of experience in satellite imagery analysis, including substantial experience relating to nuclear proliferation and nuclear related infrastructure analysis.
• Extensive experience in the analysis of multi-sensor satellite imagery with the ability to incorporate diverse sources of collateral information into integrated and high-quality analytical products.
• Experience contributing to satellite imagery projects and presenting methods, techniques, and findings to users and stakeholders.
• Experience in the design and implementation of new analytical concepts, methodologies, processes and tools, including structure observation management.

Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $84672 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 47501, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at\: https\://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA's paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person's race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values)\: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.