Closing date: Sunday, 12 April 2015
Organizational Setting
The Division of Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Technology comprises the Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section, Waste Technology Section and the Research Reactor Section. The Division is responsible for the implementation of activities under a matrix structure of programmes on the nuclear fuel cycle and materials technologies, on the management of radioactive waste and on research reactors.
Main Purpose
The Director ensures that the Division of Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Technology provides results based programmatic responses to Member States' priorities in the programmatic areas outlined above.
Role
The Director is: an adviser and coordinator to the Deputy Director General on such issues as strategy and policy, as well as trends impacting the areas of nuclear fuel cycle for power, research reactors and the management of spent fuel and radioactive waste; the principal adviser to the Deputy Director General on the programme to deliver in response to the needs of Member States; a leader, providing strategic direction and motivating staff in the Division, promoting good performance and teamwork and creating an environment where staff can develop their skills and share knowledge and experience; a manager of the human and financial resources assigned to the Division, responsible for the efficient and effective development and implementation of the above-mentioned programme areas in line with the results based approach.
Partnerships
The Director engages high level counterparts in Member States, scientific institutions, United Nations organizations, specialized agencies, and other international organizations to identify emerging trends, develop strategies and coordinate programmes. He/she coordinates with other IAEA programme managers to identify and implement synergies in the IAEA's activities.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Lead the Division of Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Technology, providing direction and guidance to staff, and establishing and monitoring standards of excellence in performance.
Direct the development of and coordinate the assistance provided for programmes on the nuclear fuel cycle, research reactors and the management of radioactive waste in line with the expressed needs of Member States and the results based approach.Foster international and regional cooperation, networking and sharing of practical experience and the effective use of nuclear technology between Member States.Coordinate and guide programme monitoring and assessment, ensuring that outcomes are fully in line with stated programme objectives.Represent the IAEA and its scientific standing at international conferences and forums and liaise with senior level representatives in scientific institutions and other international organizations to gain awareness of emerging trends.Strengthen IAEA cooperation with other international organizations through synergetic activities.Build and maintain strategic institutional partnerships and alliances with a wide range of stakeholders in Member States.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required -
Core Competencies
Functional
Skills and Expertise
Language
Assets -
Functional
Skills and Expertise
Language Skills
Qualifications and Experience
Master's Degree - Advanced university degree (PhD preferred) in nuclear or chemical engineering, or a related engineering science.
At least 15 years' experience in nuclear research and development or deployment, including at least 5 years of management experience associated with nuclear fuel cycle, spent fuel and nuclear waste management technologies at an executive/senior level.
Experience at the international level.Proven track record of excellent leadership and experience in managing staff and financial resources
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $ 96540(subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 33982* , dependency benefits, rental subsidy , education grant , relocation and repatriation expenses ; 6 weeks' annual vacation, home leave , pension plan and health insurance .
Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are 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 . 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. Testing may be part of the recruitment process
Application Information: https://iaea.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=400265-2015-1