Safeguards Coordination Associate (Scheduling)(G6)

Overview

Coordinate inspections and travel scheduling for nuclear safeguards.

You have:

• Completed secondary education.
• At least six years of relevant work experience, some of which should be in an international environment.
• Experience in a planning and coordination role and/or information analysis in a customer-focused environment is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
• Working experience with MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project Manager).
• Experience in scheduling, travel planning and monitoring is an asset.
• High level of understanding of the protocols for handling highly sensitive, confidential, and classified documents is required.

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 Safeguards carries out the IAEA’s duties and responsibilities as the world’s nuclear inspectorate, supporting global efforts to stop the spread of nuclear weapons. The primary role of the Department is to develop and implement IAEA safeguards to ensure that there is no diversion of declared nuclear material from peaceful activities and no indications of undeclared nuclear material or activities in a State as a whole.

The Department comprises nuclear safeguards inspectors, responsible for carrying out inspections and verifications of all-safeguards relevant information for nuclear facilities in over 180 States; and technical staff responsible for a wide range of activities including: developing concepts and approaches for implementing safeguards; developing and maintaining safeguards equipment; providing analytical and laboratory services for sample analysis; collecting, evaluating and analysing safeguards-relevant information; providing information and communication technology infrastructure and services; and providing programme coordination support.

Operations Divisions, and the Office for Verification in Iran, perform and document safeguards verification activities and conduct analysis and evaluations aimed at providing assurances that States comply with their nuclear safeguards commitments. These teams implement a broad range of measures, including information analysis and in-field verification, to draw soundly based safeguards conclusions for States.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Section Head, the Safeguards Coordination Associate (Scheduling) is responsible for the Divisional verification activity planning and scheduling and follow-up. He/she prepares the travel budget, human resource travel statistics and assists in the staffing requirement assessment.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Coordinate the scheduling of inspection, technical activities and travel in order to make optimum use of available financial and human resources, and prepare and update the Divisional inspection schedule and related statistics both for headquarters and those in the Regional Offices, as appropriate.
• Coordinate activities by drafting travel related documentation to support the Divisional programme and budget, including preparing biennial budgets, interim financial plans and forecasts, quarterly travel budgets and initiating procedures for budget updates and fund transfers.
• Analyze field activities in correlation with the Annual Implementation Plan (AIP) and ensure that all necessary activities are implemented effectively, highlighting key issues for senior management consideration and recommending follow-up actions.
• Prepare and review statistics on field/inspection related activities and related costs at a Divisional level.
• Complete regular quality assurance and review of key documents related to travel and scheduling (including procedures, guidance and management reports).
• Maintain documentation, reports, guidelines and files related to scheduling; prepare correspondence, reports and analyses relevant to scheduling matters.
• Provide cover to other GS staff within the Division, as required.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Name****Definition Planning and OrganizingPlans 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. CommunicationCommunicates 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 ResultsTakes 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. TeamworkActively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.Functional Competencies

Name****Definition Analytical thinkingAnalyses information to identify cause and effect relationships and correlations. Identifies critical elements and assesses consequences of different courses of action and proposes solutions. Client orientationHelps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. Knowledge sharing and learningActively seeks learning opportunities and actively shares knowledge and information with others; shares specialized knowledge, skills and learning from experience across different situations and contexts effectively. ResilienceMaintains a high level of performance when facing pressure and uncertainty. Able to remain calm and self-controlled, and to respond logically and decisively in difficult situations.Required Expertise

Function****Name****Expertise Description Administrative SupportDiscretion and Respect for ConfidentialityHigh level of understanding of the protocols for handling highly sensitive, confidential, and classified documents is required. Administrative SupportMS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Working experience with MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project Manager).Asset Expertise

Function****Name****Expertise Description Administrative SupportData and Information Analysis and ReportingExperience in analyzing large amounts of data in order to produce statistics and reports for the purpose of tracking and process improvement. Administrative SupportTravel ManagementExperience in scheduling, travel planning and monitoring is an asset. Familiarity with travel management systems and / or database management and experience with UN travel regulations, rules and procedures.Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

• Completed secondary education.
• At least six years of relevant work experience, some of which should be in an international environment.
• Experience in a planning and coordination role and/or information analysis in a customer-focused environment is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
• Administrative skills test to IAEA standard may be part of the process.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at EUR 68788 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks' annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/general-service-staff

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.
• Recruitment will be on a LOCAL BASIS only.
• 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.
• 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.

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