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Organizational Setting
The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency's activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.
The Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS) is responsible, upon request, for establishing, coordinating and implementing the IAEA's nuclear security programme to protect against, detect and respond to nuclear security events and threats thereof. NSNS comprises four Sections:
*Information Management Section
*Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section
*Nuclear Security of Materials and Facilities Section
*Programme Development and International Cooperation Section
The Information Management Section (INMA) is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the mechanisms required to collect, collate and analyse nuclear security related information required for the effective implementation of activities to strengthen the international nuclear security framework. The Section is responsible for managing and maintaining the Incident and Trafficking Database and related information, as well as the system to develop and coordinate the implementation of Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans. For this purpose, it liaises with other international organizations and Member States to enhance cooperation in and increase the outreach of nuclear security information. The Section is also responsible for managing and maintaining the information technology systems necessary for implementing the work of the Division and providing for information exchange through internal and external information portals. Additionally, the Section is responsible for managing and implementing the programme of activities for raising States’ awareness of the threat of cyber-attacks, and their potential impact on nuclear security. The Section is also responsible for implementing arrangements to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Main Purpose
Reporting to the Section Head, Information Management Section (INMA), the Nuclear Security Information Management Officer (Technical Lead) will coordinate and implement activities related to NSNS's capacity to integrate, manage, analyze and report on nuclear security-related information, which is necessary to develop and implement cross-Divisional activities and support Member States within the Nuclear Security Programme. This includes planning and implementation of activities related to the Incident and Trafficking Database (ITDB), to the Nuclear Security Information Management System (NUSIMS), to the Nuclear Security Information Portal (NUSEC), and to the Programme Cycle Management Framework (PCMF ).
Role
The Nuclear Security Information Management Officer (Technical Lead) is: (1) a technical lead, leading programme design, coordination and delivery of activities related to the Division's capacity to integrate, manage, analyze and report on nuclear security-related information, monitoring and supervising their implementation in accordance with relevant Agency’s and policies and procedures; (2) a technical advisor providing a strategic direction in the design and implementation of information technology solutions tailored to nuclear security, with a specific focus on the collection, collation, analysis and reporting of nuclear security-related information; (3) an analyst identifying and implementing innovative approaches and models for integration tools and models to analyze large volumes of data; (4) a quality assurer overseeing the development and maintenance of a comprehensive repository of cross-referenced nuclear security information, ensuring data integrity and security of sensitive information; (5) a scientific secretary to national, regional and international meetings with involvement of experts in the IAEA, Member States and relevant international organizations; and (6) a preparer of, and contributor to, IAEA reports, manuals, proceedings and other publications concerning nuclear security topics.
Functions / Key Results Expected
* Coordinate and provide technical input to the work of the nuclear security information management team;
* Identify priorities and develop work plan for NSNS nuclear security information-related activities within the IAEA nuclear security programme to support Member States activities to improve their national nuclear security regimes;
* Provide technical leadership and innovative solutions in the design and implementation of information technology solutions, which include the ITDB, NUSIMS, NUSEC and PCMF , for nuclear security, with a specific focus on the collection, collation, analysis, reporting and confidentiality of nuclear security-related information;
* Establish the relevant framework and ensure the information governance for a comprehensive repository of cross-referenced nuclear security information within NSNS, ensuring data integrity and security of sensitive information;
* Develop necessary guidance and training materials and deliver training for as required on information integration solutions tailored to nuclear security requirements and the protection of sensitive information;
* Coordinate and manage projects of varying technical complexity and/or sensitivity involving the participation of experts from Member States and other relevant international organizations and/or initiatives as well as inter-agency collaborative projects;
* Keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in the areas of assignment. Provide guidance and draft recommendations to incorporate best practice and further improve relevant business processes in NSNS.
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 | Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. |
| Commitment to continuous process improvement | Plans and executes activities in the context of quality and risk management and identifies opportunities for process, system and structural improvement, as well as improving current practices. Analyses processes and procedures, and proposes improvements. |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Information Management | Information Analysis | Expertise in the retrieval, preparation, analysis and management of nuclear-security-related information of a technical and non-technical nature. |
| Information Technology | Information Security | Knowledge of elements that constitute a national nuclear security regime. |
| Nuclear Security | National Nuclear Security Regimes | Knowledge of elements that constitute a national nuclear security regime. |
| Information Technology | Software Engineering | Strong foundation in the identification of user requirements and the use and development of information integration tools, with a focus on nuclear security information. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Advanced university degree in natural sciences and/or computer science. A university degree in natural sciences and/or computer science plus two years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the advanced university degree.
A minimum of seven years of professional experience, including technical leadership, in the field of information management, including management of sensitive or security-related information, development and operation of information platforms and analytical tools.
A minimum of two years of related experience in nuclear security.
Experience in design and implementation of information technology solutions tailored to nuclear security.
Proven analytical skills and expertise in the retrieval, preparation and analysis of nuclear-security-related information of a technical and non-technical nature.
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 $86027 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 44820, 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.