Team Leader (SGTS-NDA Services)(P5)
JOB DETAIL
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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.
The Division of Technical and Scientific Services ensures the provision of state-of-the-art equipment and related expertise for the accomplishment of the Department of Safeguards activities. Within this mandate, the Division is responsible for procurement, testing, provision, inventory control, performance monitoring and maintenance of safeguards equipment and supplies required by SGO Divisions; management of equipment development and engineering activities to meet quality and safeguards requirements; development and provision of documentation, procedures, instrumentation methods and techniques; provision of specialized technical and scientific support to inspectors and inspection activities in the field and at headquarters; and, radiation contamination monitoring of returned equipment and timely write-off of obsolete or contaminated equipment. The Division also coordinates departmental health and safety activities.
Main Purpose
As a Team Leader reporting to the Head of the Section for Verification Technologies, the incumbent leads the Team for Non-Destructive Assay Services: in terms of planning, supervision and implementation of its programmatic activities. The Team Leader manages and leads a team of approximately 10 scientists, engineers and technicians in the most efficient manner to provide diligent service in supporting effective and efficient implementation of IAEA verification in the area of Non-Destructive Assay, deploying and modernizing NDA equipment for inspection use consistently with Divisional and Departmental strategic objectives in support of the Agency’s verification system.
Role
The Team Leader plays several key roles: (1) a manager who plans, leads, coordinates and supervises the efficient and effective technical and scientific support for implementation of IAEA verifications based on Non-Destructive Assay, as well as the development, authorization, procurement and deployment of new NDA methods and associated equipment; (2) a substantive technical and scientific expert and adviser to Team members, other Team Leaders, Section Heads and Director in the Division on NDA methods and instrumentation; and (3) a mentor providing wise guidance, training, and direction to Team staff.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Manage the support provided by the NDA Services Team to the Divisions of Operation including determination of implementation requirements, identification of efficient and affordable NDA solutions to ensure that all requirements are satisfied within available resources.
- Provide expert advice and contribute to the implementation of support to the Divisions of Operation in the area of Non-Destructive Assay.
- Manage the planning of development, procurement and implementation of new attended NDA and other inspection instruments and methods for IAEA safeguards applications, including the related budget.
- From the review and analysis of technical reports and records of equipment failures, assess the quality and effectiveness of the implementation of NDA and other verification instruments used by inspectors in the field, and identify improvement opportunities to increase effectiveness and to ensure the quality of services.
- Provide advice and guidance to staff in their dealings with States’ R&D organizations and commercial equipment developers and manufacturers.
- Draft and present clear and concise plans and presentations covering strategy, sustainability, standardization, project management, implementation, maintenance and procurement needs, technical specifications and procedures.
The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA’s Radiation Safety Regulations.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Encourages open communication and builds consensus. Uses tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive information, and keeps staff informed of decisions and directives as appropriate. |
| Achieving Results | Sets realistic targets for himself/herself and for the team; ensures availability of resources and supports staff members in achieving results. Monitors progress and performance; evaluates achievements and integrates lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Encourages teamwork, builds effective teams and resolves problems by creating a supportive and collaborative team spirit, remaining mindful of the need to collaborate with people outside the immediate area of responsibility. |
| Planning and Organizing | Sets clearly defined objectives for himself/herself and the team or Section. Identifies and organizes deployment of resources based on assessed needs, taking into account possible changing circumstances. Monitors team’s performance in meeting the assigned deadlines and milestones. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Examines client plans and develops services and options to support ongoing relationships. Develops solutions that add value to the Agency’s programmes and operations. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with and seeks advice at the appropriate managerial level when making complex decisions. Facilitates dialogue and development of best practice to support judgement/decision making, in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. |
| Technical/scientific credibility | Provides guidance and advice in his/her area of expertise on the application of scientific/professional methods, procedures and approaches. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safeguards | Non-destructive Assay | Experience in the implementation of NDA systems for the characterization of nuclear material, similar to those used in Safeguards applications. |
| Physics | Nuclear Instrumentation | Demonstrated skills in developing, testing and implementing radiation detection instrumentation. |
| Human Resources | Performance Management | Confident leadership and the ability to manage, coach and guide staff is required. |
Asset Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safeguards | Quality Management | Knowledge of the principles of Quality Management, Performance monitoring, Service management, and experience in working with a Quality Management System. |
| Safeguards | Safeguards System, Basic | Familiarity with the concepts of IAEA safeguards. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- Advanced university degree in physics, engineering, or another related technical field. A first level university degree with 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.
- Cumulatively, a minimum of ten years of working experience in all of the Expertise areas listed above. Of those 10 years, at least two years of experience in supervising staff, preferably with formal management experience.
- Experience with IAEA Non-Destructive Assay instrumentation and methods an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, operational planning, budgeting, allocation of resources, procurement, property management, quality control and assurance, project management and safety.
- 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 $92731 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 45624*, 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.
