Section Head (Nuclear Information)(P5)

This is a re-opening of the vacancy. Candidates who already applied do not need to re-submit an application.

Organizational Setting

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.

The Nuclear Information Section (NIS) consists of the IAEA Library Unit, the INIS Unit and the Systems Development and Support Group. It foster the exchange of scientific and technical information on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology; increases awareness in Member States of the importance of maintaining efficient and effective systems for managing such information; provides information services and support to Member States and to the IAEA; and assists with capacity building and training.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Director of NEPIK, the Section Head leads, manages and coordinates work of the International Nuclear Information System (INIS) Unit, IAEA Library and the Systems Development and Support Group (SDSG). He/she provides strategic advice to the Director of NEPIK and senior management of Nuclear Energy Department on nuclear information and library management.

 

Role

The Section Head is\: (a) a team leader, providing strategic direction towards development and implementation of the Nuclear Information Section (NIS) programme; (b) a manager and substantive contributor, finding practical solutions to operational, technical, organizational, financial and staff related challenges; (c) a professional advisor, providing analysis and offering strategic direction for further development of information management, available products and services; (d) an active advocator, promoting nuclear information value and its role in operation of the Agency and the Member States.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Lead and manage the Nuclear Information Section including its programmatic activities, human and financial resources.

In cooperation with Unit Coordinators, plan and oversee delivery of the IAEA sub-programmes on INIS and the Library.

Maintain existing and build new partnerships and alliances with scientific and technical libraries and information services around the world.

Provide guidance and solutions on relevant policy and management issues in regard to cooperation with Member States and international organizations.

Establish cooperation with IAEA Departments, Divisions and Sections in the area of common library and information services.

Enhance existing information activities and their quality; set priorities and ways to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Ensure continuous improvements of information processing methodologies, information technology used, products and user services offered by the NIS.

Lead, manage and motivate the team of managers and staff to reach optimal performance, to bring improvements and innovation using, promote cooperation and explore potential synergy.

Follow world trends and new developments regarding information management, information technology and user services in order to keep INIS and IAEA Library operations and services up-to-date.

Chair the Consultative Meetings of the INIS Liaison Officers and meetings of the International Nuclear Library Network (INLN).

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies

Required Expertise

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Advanced university degree in information science, library science  and/or nuclear science or natural science/technology.

Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in information management or library, of which five years at the senior management level in an international environment.
Proven track record of excellent leadership. Practical experience of financial management is a strong asset.
Experience with the operation of International Nuclear Information System (INIS) desirable but not a key requirement. 
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 $89837 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 46266, 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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