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Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

UNEP provides the secretariat for the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR), which is based in Vienna. Its mandate is to evaluate the sources of ionizing radiation and their effects on human health and the environment for the General Assembly, the scientific community and the public. Governments and organizations throughout the world rely on the Committee’s assessments as the scientific basis for evaluating radiation risk and establishing protective measures.

Under the overall supervision of the Executive Director of UNEP through the Director of the Early Warning and Assessment Division (EWAD) and the direct supervision of the Secretary of the Committee, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities 1. Scientific tasks: - Support the Committee in development and implementation of scientific evaluations, in particular related to biological and health effects due to radiation exposure. According to the project, manage the scientific experts involved in assembling the scientific data, rigorously review data and technical vocabulary to ensure accurate and timely submission of highly technical documents, such as UNSCEAR reports, to the Committee for approval; direct subordinates in project implementation, monitoring and assessment; direct review of scientific documents and reports; identify priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and propose corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; identify and initiate follow-up actions. - Supervise and, as required, prepare various written outputs of the Secretariat, including background papers, analysis, substantial sections of reports and studies, and inputs with regards to radiation effect and sources to UNSCEAR publications. - Direct scientific research and evaluation of results for exposure level of atomic radiation, carried out by technical experts, in particular at workplaces and medical settings. Further, present information gathered from diverse sources to the Committee. - Manage survey initiatives on medical and occupational exposures; guide and develop design of data collection instruments; review, analyze and interpret responses, identify problems/issues. - Serve as a focal point for collaboration on data collection; provide authoritative technical advice and assistance to, and engage with relevant inter-governmental and non-governmental bodies, Member State officials, international and other organizations on planning, evaluating strategies, at global, regional or national levels.

2. Managerial tasks:

- Ensure effective utilization, supervision and development of staff and consultants; Guide, evaluate and mentor staff and consultants. - Take the lead in establishing partnerships with other experts and stakeholders (e.g. governments, research institutes, academia, UN system and other international organizations, NGOs, the private sector, etc.) to discuss emerging topics in the field of medical and occupational radiation and its effects on human and the environment; present the Secretariat’s work and Committee’s findings in this field.

3. Outreach tasks:

- Plan and direct, with support of the United Nations International School (UNIS) and other relevant parties, targeted campaigns to further improve awareness of the Committee and its findings and facilitate knowledge sharing in an easy to understand scientific language and appropriate dissemination of information, and ultimately ensure that the latest thinking is available to relevant multipliers in government and incorporated into development programmes and other initiatives. - Represent the Committee, its secretariat and/or the United Nations Environment Programme at relevant national and international conferences, fora and present scientific work and findings of the Committee; coordinate and chair and/or contribute substantively to scientific seminars, general training programmes, workshops and expert group meetings.

4. Deputy functions:

- Represent the Secretary of the Scientific Committee, e.g. in liaison with Member States and the General Assembly. - At diplomatic level coordinate provision of substantive services to inter-governmental and UN bodies (e.g. the General Assembly); as well as top ranking official of the United Nations. - Assist Member States and facilitate the negotiation process and promote a constructive dialogue and collaboration in support of the UNSCEAR Report to the General Assembly, as well as the Resolution for the General Assembly on Effects of Atomic Radiation. - Coordinate and facilitate the preparation of accurate highly technical scientific parliamentary documents on effects of atomic radiation for the annual session for the Scientific Committee’s review and approval. - Represent the Secretary at the Committee’s session (plenary or the sub-group meetings) and guide productive and constructive negotiations of detailed scientific discussions. - Support Member States and the Informal Contact Group of the States member of UNSCEAR with regards to the work of UNSCEAR and hold annual presentations to non-scientist diplomats of Member States informing about UNSCEAR work and its findings. Represent the Committee, its secretariat and the United Nations Environment Programme at international, regional and national meetings. Provide support to and make presentations at consultative and intergovernmental meetings, including conferences. - Perform other work-related duties.

5. Leads team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Proven knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to biological and health effects of atomic radiation. Ability to identify key strategic issues, opportunities and risks. Ability to generate and communicate broad and compelling organizational direction. Ability to communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals. Demonstrated ability to provide innovative technical leadership by performing and/or overseeing the planning, development, and management of operation. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and apply good judgment. Proven ability to analyze complex data and produce reports leading to sound policy recommendations for achieving sustainable development. Solid understanding of the historical role of the Scientific Committee since its inception in 1955. Ability to think strategically, to identify key emerging sustainable development issues and related policy implications. Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Show pride in work and in achievements, demonstration of professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Conscientiousness and efficiency in meeting commitments, observation of deadlines and achieving results. Motivated person by professional rather than personal concerns; showing persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and remaining calm in stressful situations.

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; and takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; and appraises performance fairly.

LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in biology, medicine, physics or similar scientific discipline ideally with a specialization in either radiation biology or epidemiology.

A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in radiation science (e.g. physics, biology or epidemiology) is required.

At least five (5) years experience at the international level is required.

Experience in evaluating effects of medical or occupational exposure is desirable.

.Experience in presenting scientific reports/evaluations at international fora is desirable.

Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable

Experience in review of scientific reports in the field of sources, effects or mechanisms of radiation exposure is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required including highly specialized language. Knowledge of other UN languages is desirable.

NOTE: "fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand), and " Knowledge of" equals a rating of " confident" in two of the four areas.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview

Special Notice - This position is temporarily available for 364 Days. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.

• While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.

• Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

• This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.

• Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

• Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

• At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

• All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link.

  United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.