Director, International Monitoring System Division (D-1)

Organizational Setting

This position is located in the International Monitoring Systems (IMS) Division that applies engineering and science to develop, instantiate, and to operate measurement stations around the world as well as to receive, process and disseminate the data collected by these stations as well as related analysis products.

Reporting Lines

Under the broad guidance of the Executive Secretary, to: 

Duties and Responsibilties

1. Provide support and advise the Senior Management on all engineering, maintenance and logistics support to the International Monitoring System Division (IMS) Network related questions/issues;

2. Plan, coordinate and direct the programme of activities of the IMS Division for the achievement of the work programmes in engineering, development, maintenance and logistics support to the IMS Network, including support for headquarters systems and infrastructure;

3. Assess and interpret policy issues, oversee implementation of the policies, establish development of procedures and practices to improve effectiveness and efficiency, and respond to concerns relevant to the work of the division;

4. Set priorities for the Division and ensure coordination to enhance team work;

5. Direct the preparation of the programme and budget for the Division, confer with senior managers, appraise inputs and outcomes and ascertain that objectives and priorities are in line with higher management strategic goals; present the division’s budget at meetings of senior managers, the Commission and its Subsidiary Bodies;

6. Monitor performance, appraise the achievements of goals set within the division and oversee the process of examination of risks and prospects with a view to enhancing co-ordination, team work, and maximum utilization of all resources allocated to the Division;

7. Work with States Signatories to assure that the IMS Network provides effective services as required by the CTBTO and report to the - Commission and its subsidiary Bodies on IMS Support and related issues;

8. Manage the human resources including delegating authority, establishing performance standards and ensuring proper use of available resources to enable each service to accomplish set goals and meet deadlines and monitor and assess the effectiveness of managers and staff in achieving objectives;

9. Provide guidance, supervision and mentoring to the staff of the Division and ensure adherence to the performance appraisal system;

10. Manage the financial resources of the Division ensuring the best possible use is made of available funds, establishing appropriate controls for the monitoring and reporting on expenditures;

11. Perform other duties as assigned

Education

• Advanced university degree in science, engineering, integrated logistics support, or a relevant field;

Work Experience and Qualifications

• At least fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience of which at least five years should have been in a senior managerial position preferably in an international environment or one that embraces cultural diversity; 

• Capacity to provide leadership and experience in managing staff and financial resources. Demonstrating a high sense of objectivity and professional integrity, as well as ability to build trust and to manage, lead and motivate a large and diverse group of staff in a multicultural environment with respect for diversity;

• Demonstrated ability and initiative, political sensitivity, and excellent judgement, including strong analytical skills and ability to interpret rules, policies and procedures;

• Experience in conducting complex negotiations diplomatically and tactfully;

Languages

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential.
• Knowledge of other official CTBTO languages is desirable. 

Competencies

• Professionalism - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations;
• Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from other and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;
• Planning and organizing - Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
• Team work - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;
• Accountability - Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable;
• Creativity - Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches; 
• Client orientation - Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress and setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients;
• Commitment to continuous learning - Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve;
• Technological Awareness - Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology.