Nuclear Support Systems Analyst(P3)

Organizational Setting

The Division of Energy Planning and Nuclear Information and Knowledge comprises the Planning and Economic Studies Section, Nuclear Knowledge Management Section and the Nuclear Information Section. The Division is responsible for strengthening capacities in energy and nuclear power planning, building capacities to manage nuclear knowledge and provide knowledge management services to interested member states, and to procure and provide printed and electronic information in the area of nuclear science and technology.

The Nuclear Information Section (NIS) consists of the IAEA Library Unit, the INIS Unit and the Systems Development and Support Group. It foster the exchange of scientific and technical information on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology; increases awareness in Member States of the importance of maintaining efficient and effective systems for managing such information; provides information services and support to Member States and to the IAEA; and assists with capacity building and training.

Main Purpose

Under the guidance and supervision of the SDS Group Leader, the Nuclear Support Systems Analyst provides support to the development and maintenance of existing and new information technology projects that support the department and the sub-programmes. The Nuclear Support Systems Analyst also provides training to new employees in NE on IAEA IT policies and processes, and maintains the supplementary information systems necessary to manage the department application portfolio.

Role

The Nuclear Support Systems Analyst plays four principal roles: (1) IT analyst, responsible for supporting, implementing and reporting progress on IT-related projects to the SDS Group Leader; (2) developer, providing expertise in the development of computer codes and maintaining existing codes on the infrastructure provided by the IAEA IT Division and through cloud-based infrastructure, where applicable, and including the development and documentation of requirements, use cases, and other design inputs; (3) information architect, providing analysis and development of approaches to the proper integration of systems and data structures and to improve the efficiency and maintainability of such systems within the department; and (4) trainer and facilitator to enhance competent and effective use of the departmental IT resources.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Support the SDS Group Leader in the establishment and maintenance of the Information Technology Infrastructure for the Department of Nuclear Energy. Provides programming necessary for the development and maintenance of NE IT applications. Ensure that all IT Governance requirements and applicable international standards are applied in the conduct of development and maintenance projects. Develop the information and procedures needed to establish MTIT-compliant systems within the NE Department. Develop and support projects to update or replace existing legacy applications with newer technology, including migration of applications to SharePoint. Provide support for the ongoing use, configuration, and implementation of best practices for migration of NE applications to SharePoint. Provide training and assistance to department staff on the proper use of Agency IT systems and on the proper application and compliance with Agency IT Governance requirements for IT projects.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies

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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. 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

Function Name Expertise Description Information Technology Computer Programming Proficient in programming web-based database applications using modern techniques and languages. Information Technology Information Technology and Data Processing Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques. Information Technology Project Management In depth understanding of Project Management life cycle and proficient in writing appropriate documentation associated with the proper maintenance and control of software.Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

University degree in information technology or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Experience in using Microsoft .NET framework, JavaScript, JQuery, XML, HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, Web Programming Skills, cross-browser compatibility, Web User Interface Design (UI), Security Principles, Object-Oriented Design, Web Services (e.g., REST/SOAP), Multimedia Content Development, API's, etc. Knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects, etc.) and databases (SQL, ORACLE, etc.). Familiarity and/or certification in one or more accepted project management frameworks (PRINCE2, SCRUM, Agile Development, etc.).

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 $ 31992*, 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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