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 objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy (NE) is to foster the efficient and safe use of nuclear power by supporting interested Member States in\: improving the performance of nuclear power plants, the nuclear fuel cycle, and the management of nuclear wastes; catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; developing indigenous capabilities around the world for national energy planning; deploying new nuclear power plants; preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and advancing science and industry through improved operation of research reactors.
The department has a dynamic, participative and interactive operating environment with inputs received from the Board of Governors, the General Conference, policy and decision-makers, and technical counterparts in Member States and the international development community.
The Division of Nuclear Power comprises the Nuclear Power Engineering Section (NPES), the Nuclear Infrastructure Development Section (NIDS), the International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles) Section (INPRO) and the Nuclear Power Technology Development Section (NPTDS). The Division provides core engineering, technological, capacity building and management support to interested Member States in the field of nuclear power.
The Nuclear Power Technology Development Section assists Member States in developing safe, environmentally benign, economically viable, proliferation resistant and sustainable innovative solutions for all civil reactor technologies, including water-cooled reactors, gas-cooled reactors, fast neutron systems (both critical and sub-critical), small and medium-sized or modular reactors as well as fusion facilities for energy production. The section fosters international collaboration on technology development for reactor plants, for non-electric uses of nuclear power, and fusion facilities by facilitating coordinated research projects, technical meetings, and training courses. The section also develops and maintains training simulators, toolkits (such as the Reactor Technology Assessment), databases (such as ARIS, the Advanced Reactor Information System), platforms and training material.
Main Purpose
As a member of the Section led by the Section Head, the Technical Lead (Fast Reactor Technology Development) manages, coordinates and supervises the IAEA's projects in fast reactor and fuel technology and accelerator driven systems under the guidance of the Section Head and the leadership of the Director.
Role
The Technical Lead (Fast Reactor Technology Development) is\: (1) a manager who plans, leads, coordinates and supervises the activities in the area of fast reactor and subcritical fast neutron system (e.g. accelerator driven systems and fusion-fission hybrid systems) technology, in accordance with Member States' needs, and monitors their implementation; (2) a substantive expert contributor who manages projects of particular complexity and/or sensitivity; (3) a scientific secretary for international scientific meetings and for the Technical Working Group on Fast Reactors (TWG-FR), and as such oversees the preparation and editing of scientific reports, manuals, proceedings and other scientific publications; and (4) a coordinator of interagency collaborative projects within the UN system who provides a systematic overview and provides for the preparation of technical documentation and papers for discussion.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Plan, direct, coordinate, and monitor the implementation of the project on innovative fast reactor and fuel technology development and deployment with a view to improvements in economics, performance and safety, in accordance with Member States' needs. Activities include, but are not limited to, nuclear research and technology development, and Member States' compliance with the requirements and recommendations of the IAEA's standards in these areas.
Coordinate the provision of specialized technical input to technical cooperation projects in the subject area and provide technical guidance; evaluate proposals and develop work plans; provide support in planning and implementing training courses and workshops.
Broaden and deepen knowledge by organizing scientific meetings related to the specialized field and serve as scientific secretary; prepare scientific programmes, contribute to the preparation and editing of scientific reports, manuals, proceedings and other scientific publications; prepare and organize in-house meetings in support of the Section's scientific and technical programme.
Ensure the continued high standing and recognition of the IAEA in the scientific community by representing the IAEA at national and international meetings as required; establish and maintain contacts with individual scientists at various centres and other relevant international organizations, committees and scientific societies.
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 |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Engineering | Nuclear Engineering and Technology | Planning, leading, coordinating and supervising the activities in the area of fast reactor and subcritical fast neutron system and technology. |
| Management and Programme Analysis | Project Management | Developing, promoting, coordinating and evaluating related research and technical projects. |
| Nuclear Engineering | Technology for Innovative Fuel Cycles and Advanced Reactors | Deep knowledge in technical and safety features of advanced fast spectrum systems including fast spectrum SMRs. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Master's Degree - Advanced university degree in nuclear or mechanical engineering, or in a related scientific/technical discipline.
Bachelor's Degree - University degree in nuclear or mechanical engineering, or in a related scientific/technical discipline with two years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of advance university degree.
A minimum of ten years of relevant professional experience in nuclear power, design, research and development activities (preferably in the fast reactor field), including at the international level.
Comprehensive experience in the management of scientific projects.
Experience of working in a national/international nuclear organization or institute desirable.
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 $103165 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 58082, 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.