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 Management (MT) provides a "platform of services" that serves as a foundation for the successful delivery of the IAEA's scientific and technical programmes. Its mission statement is as follows\: "MT is a partner and a business enabler that champions change and efficiency, leveraging a common purpose". Thus, among other support activities, it assists a scientific manager in recruiting the right expert, helps a technical officer coordinate the purchase of radiation equipment, and ensures that all Board documents are translated and distributed on a timely basis to Member States. 

One of the main functions assigned to the IAEA by its Statute is to foster the exchange of scientific and technical information and the dissemination of knowledge in the nuclear field among Member States. 

To facilitate the effective exchange and dissemination of information relevant to the IAEA's work and mandate, the Division of Conference and Document Services (MTCD) coordinates and supports the implementation of these activities for its users and clients, both internal and external, by organizing meetings and conferences, issuing documents in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish, and editing, printing and distributing publications. 

The IAEA has an extensive publishing programme, implemented by its Publishing Section, which produces a wide range of publications on nuclear related issues in both print and electronic formats. Inputs in the form of manuscripts of scientific/technical publications, advocacy items, electronic publishing requests and graphic design proposals originating from all parts of the house are handled by the Publishing Section.
 


 

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Unit Head (Production), the Associate Digital Printing Officer oversees and coordinates the work of the Digital Printing Group, ensuring the Print Shop has the technology, supplies, staffing and storage needed to meet the IAEA’s production requirements.
 


 

Role

The Associate Digital Printing Officer serves as a\: (1) service provider, delivering timely, efficient and high quality Print Shop services; (2) change leader, driving automation, improving workflows and guiding the team through transitions; (3) problem solver, analyzing information to improve efficiency and deliver maximum value to the Agency and (4) quality specialist, ensuring all printed materials meet the Agency’s highest standards.


 

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Analyse and plan efficient, cost‑effective workflows and staffing to ensure timely production of documents, publications and other printed materials.

• Provide guidance to the Digital Printing Group, ensuring productivity, quality, continuous improvement and achievement of Agency goals.

• Schedule, coordinate and oversee daily production activities.

• Operate and manage digital presses and finishing equipment, including binding, folding, collating and cutting machines.

• Manage print purchasing and coordinate with local and external suppliers to ensure high‑quality, timely delivery of frequent print jobs.

• Ensure all in‑house and outsourced work meets required quality standards.

• Plan and oversee regular maintenance of production equipment and related IT systems.

• Work closely with teams to ensure smooth end‑to‑end digital printing processes, including troubleshooting and resolving issues. Monitor inventory, supplies and orders as needed.

• Prepare cost estimates and final invoices for internal and external printing as part of cost‑recovery procedures.

• Support the Unit Head by analysing printing statistics and service reports for Senior Management.

• Under the Unit Head’s guidance, oversee the collection, analysis and the development of request for proposals, prepare terms of reference and participate in procurement processes for printing equipment, supplies and service contracts.

• Collaborate with the Division of Procurement of Services (MTPS) on contract management and related support services.

• Stay informed about new printing technologies and industry trends to review workflows and recommend improvements.

 

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/Division’s 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 Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.

Functional Competencies

Name Definition
   
Client orientation Establishes effective relationships with clients to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure client satisfaction.
   
Knowledge sharing and learning Actively seeks opportunities to learn by formal and informal means; learns from others, adopting and sharing best practice.
   
Resilience Able to remain calm in emotionally charged situations. Accepts constructive feedback in a positive manner and is able to cope with setbacks.

Required Expertise

Function Name Expertise Description
     
Publishing Desk Top Publishing and Production Ability to operate printing, binding and related machinery.
     
Publishing Multimedia Production Ability to impose multiple PDF formats, using imposition software.
     
Publishing Printing and Pre-Press In-depth knowledge and experience of pre-press tasks.
     
Publishing Printing and Pre-Press Knowledge and experience of free-press.
     
Publishing Printing/Publishing In-depth knowledge and experience of printing methods and printing equipment.
     
Publishing Quality Management Knowledge of meeting and ensuring quality management standards.
     
Publishing Scientific and Technical Publishing Knowledge of scientific and technical publishing.


 

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

  • Bachelor's Degree or University degree in print production, book and media production, printing technology, digital print technologies or a related field. A combination of training and four additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.

  • At least two years of relevant working experience in a digital printing environment. 

  • Supervisory experience in a printing related operation.

  • Specialized training in printing.

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

  • Knowledge of German is an asset.


     

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $56046 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 31554, 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.
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