Project Management Specialist (NSNS)(P4)

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 Sustainability 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 and the guidance of the NAU Unit Head, the Project Management Specialist (NSNS) develops and manages result- and need-based nuclear security projects aimed at enhancing the security and safety of nuclear and radioactive material; and other projects; and associated facilities in beneficiary States, in line with IAEA Nuclear Security Guidance, Safety Standards and the Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources and supplementary guidance.

Role

Reporting to the NAU Unit Head, the Project Management Specialist (NSNS) 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 result-based 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 (including outreach and gender mainstreaming aspects) tailored to address both known and unforeseen needs of beneficiary States; 3) a liaison officer between relevant internal (e.g., IAEA Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability Plan Officers (INSSP), Programme Officers, Technical Officers) and external (e.g., representatives of States’ regulatory bodies, operators and donors) stakeholders, including senior officials.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Lead the review and in-depth analysis of States assessed needs in the area of security, in close cooperation with INSSP and Technical Officers, and propose best programmatic approaches to address identified shortcomings (including as regards outreach and gender mainstreaming aspects).
• In close cooperation with Programme Officers, facilitates the mobilization of financial resources for projects and activities.
• Lead the development of need- and result-based projects (including definition of deliverables and related performance indicators), in collaboration with Technical Officers and representatives from beneficiary and donor States.
• Undertake the overall management of projects, including internal coordination of agreed project activities and liaising with representatives of beneficiary, while ensuring projects are implemented in accordance with relevant internal processes and Contribution Arrangements.
• Lead the development of monitoring and evaluation approaches to measure projects progress towards the achievement of set objectives, track expenditures and ensure the timely preparation of all required reporting documentation.
• Consolidate identified lessons learned and propose adaptations and innovations to management, monitoring and assessment mechanisms and tools.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Functional Competencies

Required Expertise

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Master's Degree - Advanced University Degree in science/engineering; management, business administration, economics, development cooperation, or a related field.

Bachelor's Degree - University degree in science/engineering; management, business administration, economics, development cooperation, or a related field with two additional years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of advanced university degree.

Minimum seven years of relevant working experience in the management (including project design and monitoring) of result-based, technical assistance projects/ programmes, preferably in the nuclear field.

Experience in working with national and international partners, preferably including the IAEA, in the delivery of technical assistance projects.
Proven experience in the development and implementation of, and resource mobilization for result-based, technical assistance projects/ programmes.
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 $ 43998, 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.