Organizational Setting
The objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy 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; in catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; in developing indigenous capabilities for national energy planning; in deploying new nuclear power plants; in preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and in advancing science and industry through improved operation of research reactors.
Main Purpose
As a member of the team and reporting directly to the Section Head (Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials), the Technical Officer (IAEA LEU Bank Project) ensures effective project management approaches supporting the IAEA LEU Bank operation; provides technical guidance for specific operational project activities; monitors and updates the project plan to guide project activities and to ensure that activities are implemented on time and fit the IAEA LEU Bank priorities; and provides regular and ad hoc reports.
Role
The Technical Officer(IAEA LEU Bank Project) is\: (1) a uranium technical specialist advising the project manager and other senior managers on project related issues; (2) a facilitator ensuring that contributing Agency Divisions as well as contractors and counterparts are appropriately involved in planning and progressing the IAEA LEU Bank operation related activities; (3) a project specialist, providing project management monitoring and reporting; and (4) a relationship coordinator ensuring that a cooperative and energetic project environment is maintained.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Advises the Project Manager on technical aspects of the project; plans, prepares and implement technical tasks relating to the project (such as the recertification of the LEU filled cylinders); obtains inputs and negotiates activities and schedules with contributing Divisions, contractors and counterparts; maps activities and monitors progress on deliverables; monitors and updates the project action plan of the recertification of the LEU filled cylinders.
Prepares regular reports for the project governance focusing on the project results, outputs and deliverables.
Reviews and updates the LEU Bank Project governance documents (such as the Risk Register to align with the current operational requirements, the internal Operations Manual and the internal Health, Safety, Environment and Radiation Protection document).
Drafts briefing papers and presentations to different stakeholders as required.
Coordinates with other members of the IAEA LEU Bank Team to ensure that all relevant action plan and documents are up-to-date and accurate.
Drafts terms of reference and progress; prepares periodic milestone/action stage reviews; and ensures that required approvals are obtained.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies
table { border-collapse\: collapse; } table, th, td { word-wrap\: break-word; valign="top"; }| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| 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. |
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. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Management and Programme Analysis | Analytical Writing Skills | Excellent communication skills and ability to write technical documents in a structured manner and to deliver effective oral presentations. |
| Geology | Geology | Excellent knowledge of the uranium production cycle. |
| Management and Programme Analysis | Project Management | Ability to implement recognized project management methodologies, such as Prince 2 and/or PMP (project management professional), or equivalent. |
| Nuclear Safety | Regulation of Nuclear Installations | Knowledge of IAEA Safety Standards and Security Guidance documents and of their application in nuclear installations of the front end of the fuel cycle (especially those dealing with uranium raw material). |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
University degree in uranium science and technology, environmental science, or other related fields.
Minimum of five years' working experience in the uranium mining or production sector, of which two years' project management experience in high-visibility, cross-cutting projects, preferably in an international context.
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 $62692 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 27835, 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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