Programme Management Officer(P4)
Vienna
- Organization: IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency
- Location: Vienna
- Grade: Mid level - P-4, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
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Occupational Groups:
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Nuclear Technology
- Project and Programme Management
- Management, Administration and Finance
- Asia and the Pacific Section 2
- Energy sector
- Closing Date: Closed
MULTIPLE POSITIONS
The Department of
Technical Cooperation (TC) consists of the Office of the Deputy Director
General, four regional Divisions (Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe and
Latin America and the Caribbean), the Division of Programme Support and
Coordination and the Division of the Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy
(PACT). It provides strategic direction for the IAEAâs technical cooperation
programme, and is responsible (in close collaboration with Member States) for
the planning, formulation, implementation and monitoring of the programme.
The Division of Asia and the Pacific is responsible for planning, programming,
implementing and monitoring the IAEAâs technical cooperation programme in the
region, in line with the IAEA Statute, and the guiding principles and policies
on technical cooperation, and operational guidelines. The Division responds to
developmental priorities in Member States through effective programme
management, increased Member State engagement, partnership building and
improved coordination in the region.
Main Purpose
Under the supervision and guidance of the Section Head, the Programme Management Officer develops and manages innovative and complex programmes and projects in the area of nuclear technology based on Member States' development needs.
Role
As an active member of project and
country teams, the Programme Management Officer acts as a substantive
contributor and specialist adviser in developing and managing the TC programme
and advising on programmatic and socio-economic issues and development
conditions in assigned countries. Building on his/her solid knowledge and
experience, he/she elaborates concepts and/or develops new approaches and
methodologies to meet complex programmatic challenges and to manage complex
and/or sensitive situations in programme delivery.
The Programme Management Officer is responsible for a number of specific
countries in the region, reports directly to the Section Head and shares
support staff within the team.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Assess and interpret the political,
social and economic environment of assigned countries and provide inputs to
Country Programme Frameworks addressing TC strategy and policy issues. In
collaboration with Member State institutions, technical departments and other
partners, design programmes/projects integrating best practice and innovative
policies and strategies and applying quality management standards and a
results-based approach.
Act as a TC focal point or resource person, where needed, for cross-departmental
issues.
Assess progress and report on the achievement of project results in line with
quality management standards. Identify lessons learned and propose adaptations
and innovations to monitoring and assessment mechanisms and tools.
Monitor programme/project budgets, certify and approve project disbursements to
ensure delivery is in line with approved project budgets and that delivery
levels are met.
Expedite and coordinate project implementation, establishing collaborative
relationships with Member State institutions and recommending innovative
approaches to project execution and capacity building. Ensure the timely and
effective implementation of human resource and equipment components.
Develop and maintain networks and partnerships with national institutions and
UN development agencies in order to contribute to increasing awareness of TC.
Contribute to resource mobilization activities, proposing projects requiring
additional funding and identifying funding options.
Contribute to the documentation of knowledge by proposing examples of best
practices and success stories, as well as replicable strategies and approaches,
and actively share and apply this knowledge.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies
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Definition |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Teamwork |
Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
Functional Competencies
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Definition |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
Required Expertise
Function |
Name |
Expertise Description |
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Management and Programme Analysis |
Partnership Development |
Ability to build relevant strategic partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders and partners and recommend opportunities for collaboration. |
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Management and Programme Analysis |
Programme Management |
Ability to design programmes/projects that support the achievement of development goals and identifies sustainable approaches. |
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Management and Programme Analysis |
Project Management |
Capability to promote capacity-building measures in programme/project design and implementation. |
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Management and Programme Analysis |
Results-based Budgeting |
Ability to integrate new approaches and innovations, and ensure the cost-effective use of funds. |
Asset Expertise
Function |
Name |
Expertise Description |
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Management and Programme Analysis |
Technical Cooperation among Developing Countries |
Knowledge of the TC programme and of TC strategies and approaches is desirable. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Master's Degree - Advanced university degree in management, social sciences, science and technology, or international relations.
Minimum of seven
years of experience in technical assistance programming at national or
international level, preferably in a nuclear field.
Experience in analysing complex situations, grasping the critical aspects, and
making timely and firm decisions based on sound judgement.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, 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 $72637 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 30144, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; 6 weeks' annual vacation, home leave, pension plan and health insurance
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Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries
are 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. Staff members may be
assigned to any location. 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. Testing may be part of the
recruitment process
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