Consultant - IAEA Analytical tool MESSAGE

Multiple locations

Organization: IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency
Location: Multiple locations
Grade: Consultancy - International Consultant - Internationally recruited Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Economics
- Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
- Renewable Energy sector
- Nuclear Technology
- Planning and Economic Studies Section
- Finance and Banking
Closing Date: Closed

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 Division of Energy Planning and Nuclear Information and Knowledge comprises the Planning and Economic Studies Section, Nuclear Knowledge Management Section and the Nuclear Information Section. The Division is responsible for strengthening capacities in energy and nuclear power planning, building capacities to manage nuclear knowledge and provide knowledge management services to interested member states, and to procure and provide printed and electronic information in the area of nuclear science and technology.

Main Purpose

The consultant will develop and deliver lectures on the IAEA's analytical tool MESSAGE for energy system planning.

Functions / Key Results Expected

The Expert will develop and deliver lectures on the followings topics\:

Energy system modelling with MESSAGE;
Application of MESSAGE to special energy technologies, like CHP, Power and water desalination, non-dispatchable generation sources;
Optimisation Methodology, and Duality and Sensitivity analysis of the optimal solution;
Guidance on resolving infeasibilities in energy system optimisation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Skills and Expertise

Engineering Economics for Nuclear Power Plant

Asset Skills and Expertise

Systems Development

Qualifications and Experience

Higher Degree - Advanced university degree in Economics, Energy Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field
At least 7 years (Extensive experience in energy system modelling with MESSAGE)

Remuneration

The remuneration for this consultancy is a daily fee of up to a maximum of â¬ 250, based on qualifications and experience. In case duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.

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