Nuclear Security Officer (Equipment and Instrumentation)(P3)

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 Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section (MORC) is responsible for activities that assist Member States, upon request, in establishing and maintaining nuclear security systems and measures for the prevention and detection of, and response to, nuclear and other radioactive material outside of regulatory control. These activities include developing nuclear security guidance in the area of nuclear security of materials outside of regulatory control, that is consistent with the relevant binding and non-binding international instruments, as well as providing assistance, upon request, to Member States in implementing their nuclear security frameworks. In addition, the Section conducts the International Nuclear Security Advisory Service (INSServ) and expert missions, upon request, to help Member States to establish and maintain effective nuclear security regimes, assists in capacity building, including education and training through international, regional and national training courses and workshops, develops methodologies, and assists in security upgrades relating to nuclear and radioactive material detection and response capabilities. The Section implements Coordinated Research Projects and technical meetings in the field of nuclear security of MORC and assists Member States in the implementation of nuclear security systems and measures to support Major Public Events.

The Nuclear Security Detection Architecture Unit is responsible for performing activities related to the detection of nuclear and other radioactive material out of regulatory control. The Unit supports Member States’ efforts to develop their national nuclear security detection architectures including establishment of strategies, design and implementation of detection operations, concepts of operation, evaluations and exercises, and sustainability strategies. These activities include development and review of the relevant documents within the Nuclear Security Series publications, development and implementation of capacity building activities based on that guidance and relevant missions, performed upon request. The Unit also maintains the NSNS Detection Equipment Laboratory.

Main Purpose

Under the supervision and guidance of the Section Head and the Senior Nuclear Security Officer, the Nuclear Security Officer (Equipment and Instrumentation) provides technical assistance for procurement, acceptance testing, and delivery and installation of equipment, as well as demonstration and training of front-line officers on the proper use of equipment. The Nuclear Security Officer (Equipment and Instrumentation) ensures the storage and the maintenance and sustainability of the IAEA detection equipment pool used for training purposes or during Major Public Events.

Role

The Nuclear Security Officer (Equipment and Instrumentation) acts as 1) a task officer, implementing nuclear security projects related to the application of radiation instruments/techniques for detection and response to criminal and unauthorized acts involving nuclear and other radioactive material and 2) a technical specialist, preparing specifications, supervising and performing the acceptance testing of equipment acquired for donation or loan to Member States, evaluating bids for procurement, and coordinating maintenance activities with the suppliers of equipment, 3) a technical expert on the concept of operations and equipment adaptation, site engineering survey and technical site layout design documentation participating to Coordinated Research Project, 4) a trainer, conducting training activities on operation and maintenance of equipment.

Functions / Key Results Expected

The Nuclear Security Officer (Equipment and Instrumentation) contributes to the programmatic goal to improve global security of nuclear material and other radioactive material, nuclear facilities, locations and transport. To do so, the incumbent assists the Division of Nuclear Security in the implementation of the programme for strengthening Member States' abilities to detect and respond to criminal and unauthorized acts involving nuclear and other radioactive material. In particular:

• Draft and prepare procurement specifications, evaluate bids, develop and implement acceptance test procedures for portable and fixed installed equipment, for equipment purchased by the Division of Nuclear Security for donation purposes.
• Draft site layout design documentation for fixed radiation monitoring equipment.
• Ensure timely acceptance testing of acquired equipment, monitor delivery and support installation of equipment.
• Conduct training events on instruments/techniques for combating illicit trafficking in Member States; develop and deliver lecture material for training events on equipment used to detect illicit trafficking activities and for identifying and characterizing any seized material.
• Conduct training events and advices mission to enhance the Nuclear Security Support Center capabilities in maintenance of portable and fixed installed equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the suppliers of equipment and with member States.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies

table { border-collapse: collapse; } table, th, td { word-wrap: break-word; valign="top"; } Name Definition 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. 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.Functional Competencies

Name Definition 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. Partnership building Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals. Technical/scientific credibility Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.Required Expertise

Name Definition Physics|Metrology Ability to calibrate radiation detection instrument and test radioactive sources. Physics|Nuclear Instrumentation Excellent skills in advance use and maintain radiation detection equipment.Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

University degree (bachelor) in Nuclear Physics / Electronic / Instrumental sciences, or relevant field.

Minimum five years of relevant work experience in detection and characterization of nuclear and radioactive materials, preferably related to the combat of illicit trafficking.

Experience and practical training in areas relevant to detecting nuclear and other redioactive material.

Experience in evaluating and implementing various types of radiation detection equipment (gamma ray detectors: scintillation detectors - CsI, NaI, LaBr3, Li-6I, plastic; semiconductor detectors - HPGe, CdZnTe; neutron detectors: He-3 proportional counters, Li-6I).

Experience in testing radiation detection equipment, preferably portable and fixed installed monitoring equipment.

Experience in developing, refining, and revising specifications and test procedures for radiation detection equipment and site layout design documentation, preferably for equipment related to fixed and mobile radiation monitoring at designated or undesignated point of control.

Experience in developing and delivering lectures and presentations regarding radiation detection technologies, preferably related to border monitoring and their uses.

Knowledge of gamma ray spectroscopy, particularly isoptope identification (both with semiconductor and scintillation detectors).

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 $62120 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 26153*, 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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