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 IAEAâs duties and responsibilities as the worldâs 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 Concepts and Planning (SGCP) is responsible for the development and promotion of safeguards concepts and policy; the coordination of research and development activities and Member State Support Programmes; strategic planning; the implementation of the quality management system of the Department; and the provision and development of training.
Main Purpose
Reporting to either the Team Leader, Member States Training Team or the Team Leader, Safeguards Staff Training Team, the Safeguards Training Officer manages, plans, develops, implements and evaluates training courses to meet identified training needs, both individual and Departmental. The courses include formal training courses, workshops and on-the-job training, in both a technical and staff development oriented approach. He/she evaluates the effectiveness of training and ensures that courses are technically credible and in line with safeguards requirements and procedures, as well as new developments and trends in the field of safeguards approaches, verification techniques and/or equipment.
Role
The Safeguards Training Officer is (1) a trainer, integrating a systematic approach to training (2) a technical adviser to either safeguards staff in States or inspectors at headquarters and in the field on implementation of safeguards, and/or the use of equipment and techniques; and (3) a specialist for the assessment of training needs and the development of training courses on inter alia, safeguards implementation, new safeguards approaches, equipment and/or techniques as well as in the preparation of related course material and procedures.
Functions / Key Results Expected
The Safeguards Training Officer designs, develops, implements and evaluates safeguards training courses delivered by the Section.
In particular, the Safeguards Training Officer\:
-For all courses as assigned, implement the five key steps of the Systematic Approach to Training\: training needs analysis, design of training courses, development of training materials ensuring technical credibility, implementation of training and evaluation of training effectiveness, including regular review and updating of courses to ensure that course delivery addresses the participantsâ training needs and different learning styles;
-Provide training related information for the preparation of training tasks through Member State Support Programmes (MSSPs) and programmatic elements for the elaboration of the budget of the Training Section and acts as Task Officer for tasks conducted through MSSPs as assigned;
-Coordinates and contribute to the preparation, writing and editing of safeguards reference documents and reports as needed; and
-Collaborate with technical experts on training related projects.
The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA's Radiation Safety Regulations.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Divisionâs programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Sectionâs priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the clientâs perspective and ensure that the clientâs standards are met. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agencyâs regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. |
| Knowledge sharing and learning | Actively seeks learning opportunities and actively shares knowledge and information with others; shares specialized knowledge, skills and learning from experience across different situations and contexts effectively. |
| Partnership building | Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals. |
| Resilience | Maintains a high level of performance when facing pressure and uncertainty. Able to remain calm and self-controlled, and to respond logically and decisively in difficult situations. |
| Technical/scientific credibility | Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Management and Programme Analysis | Partnership Development | Excellent customer orientation, including the ability to develop and nurture effective working relationships with counterparts. |
| Safeguards | Safeguards Inspecting | Knowledge of and experience in international safeguards. |
| Training | Training Implementation | Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver presentations and facilitate interactive training. Ability to assess training needs and translate them into effective training courses as well as to evaluate trainees' performance. |
Asset Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Human Resources | Negotiation | Ability to gain agreement and commitment from others. |
| Safeguards | Safeguards System, Basic | Knowledge and hands-on experience in using and/or developing safeguards verification techniques and equipment desirable. |
| Training | Training Design | Knowledge of a training methodology and experience in planning nuclear safeguards related training courses desirable. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Master's Degree - Advanced university degree in science, physics, engineering, a safeguards related discipline, education, social sciences or other related field.
Bachelor's Degree - First level university degree in science, physics, engineering, a safeguards related discipline, education, or other related field plus two years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
At least seven years of combined research, industrial and nuclear safeguards experience, including experience in implementation and presentation of training.
Knowledge of the Systematic Approach to Training methodology is desirable.
Experience in training design would be considered an asset.
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.