Project Management Specialist (Regulatory Infrastructure) (P4)

This selection exercise may be used to generate a roster of pre-approved candidates to address future staffing needs for similar functions in any of the Departments and Offices of the Organization.

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE\: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant's location.

Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency's activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure, and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.

The Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS) is responsible for establishing, coordinating and implementing the IAEA's nuclear security programme to protect against, detect and respond to criminal acts or acts of nuclear terrorism and threats thereof. NSNS comprises four Sections\:

•Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section
•Nuclear Security of Materials and Facilities Section
•Information Management Section
•Programme Development and International Cooperation Section

The Information Management Section (INMA) is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the mechanisms required to collect, collate and analyse nuclear security related information required for the effective implementation of activities to strengthen the international nuclear security framework. The Section is responsible for managing and maintaining the Incident and Trafficking Database and related information, as well as the system to develop and coordinate the implementation of Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans. For this purpose, it liaises with other international organizations and Member States to enhance cooperation in and increase the outreach of nuclear security information. The Section is also responsible for managing and maintaining the information technology systems necessary for implementing the work of the Division and providing for information exchange through internal and external information portals. Additionally, the Section is responsible for managing and implementing the programme of activities for raising States’ awareness of the threat of cyber-attacks, and their potential impact on nuclear security. The Section is also responsible for implementing arrangements to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

The Needs Assessment Unit supports the general nuclear security needs assessment activities of the Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS). It primarily carries out its responsibilities through the management and implementation of the Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plan (INSSP) programme of activities and the Nuclear Security Information Management System (NUSIMS) Nuclear Security Self-Assessment Tool. The Unit supports the identification of and planning for nuclear security assistance activities of the Division. The Unit liaises with NSNS technical officers and other IAEA Departmental organizations to ensure coordination and cooperation of nuclear security assistance activities with other IAEA technical activities, in specific States or regions.

Main Purpose

Under the supervision of the Unit Head, NAU, the Project Management Specialist (Regulatory Infrastructure) develops and manages Regulatory Infrastructure Development Projects (RIDP) aimed at establishing or strengthening the national regulatory infrastructure for radiation safety and nuclear security, in line with relevant IAEA safety standards, Nuclear Security Guidance and the Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources in specific States participating in RIDP.

Role

Reporting to the Unit Head, the Project Management Specialist (Regulatory Infrastructure) is\: 1) a project manager providing high-quality professional inputs and exercising a high degree of operational leadership in the design, implementation and monitoring of RIDP projects, including by ensuring the timeliness and quality of project reports; 2) an analyst and advisor assessing relevant political and socio-economic factors in States and proposing programmatic solutions tailored to address both known and unforeseen needs of RIDP beneficiary countries; 3) a liaison officer between relevant internal (e.g., IAEA Technical Officers and Project Managers) and external (e.g., representatives of States regulatory bodies and donors) stakeholders, including senior officials.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Conduct analysis and assessment of States’ needs in the area of national regulatory infrastructure for the safety of radiation sources and the security of radioactive material, and propose best programmatic approaches to address identified shortcomings;
Undertake the day-to-day management of RIDP, including the organisation of agreed project activities;
Expedite and optimise project implementation, establishing collaborative relationships with RIDP beneficiary States and donors;
Ensure the delivery of RIDP projects in accordance with relevant Contribution Arrangements;
Monitor project progress towards the achievement of set objectives, track RIDP expenditures and ensure the timely preparation of all required reporting documentation;
Identify lessons learned and propose adaptations and innovations to management, monitoring and assessment mechanism and tools.

The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA's Radiation Safety Regulations.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Functional Competencies

Required Expertise

Asset Expertise

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

• Advanced University Degree in Management, business administration, economics, social sciences, political sciences, international relations or other related field.
• First level university degree, preferably in the above fields plus two years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the Advanced university degree.
• At least seven years of relevant working experience in the field of regulatory infrastructure development for nuclear security and radiation safety, of which at least five should be in a managerial position within a national regulatory authority responsible for nuclear security and/or radiation safety.
• Experience in working with national and international partners, or the IAEA, in the delivery of technical assistance projects.
• Proven experience in the development and implementation of, and resource mobilization for projects/ programmes aimed at supporting States in enhancing their national regulatory infrastructure for nuclear security and radiation safety.
• 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 $77326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 46241, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at\: https\://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA's paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person's race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly 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.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• 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.