Associate SG Information Analyst (State Declarations)(P2)

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.
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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 Information Management (SGIM) implements state of the art methodologies and techniques for the collection, processing and analysis of a range of safeguards-relevant information, including declarations submitted by States, evaluations resulting from the analysis of samples or measurements collected during infield activities, and information from open sources, including nuclear trade-related data and satellite imagery. Staff perform data validation and complex information analysis and evaluation to support infield activities and provide key input to the State evaluation process.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Section Head, the Associate Safeguards Information Analyst (State Declarations) supports essential information collection, processing, analysis and dissemination services with respect to the nuclear material accounting and additional protocol information provided by States.

Role

The Associate Safeguards Information Analyst (State Declarations) is an analyst reporting on complex and sensitive information related to nuclear material accounting and Additional Protocol declarations; a team member working with colleagues to identify and follow up on issues and inconsistencies from a State evaluation perspective; and a contributor to related projects.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Acquire knowledge and understanding of the work of the Declared Information Analysis Section by undertaking analysis of nuclear material accounting reports and Additional Protocol submissions for assigned States.
Collect, compile and analyse data and information in State reports and declarations to identify discrepancies or areas for follow-up actions.
Analyse and reconcile analysis results with other related information to identify technical issues, information gaps, and areas for process improvement.
Assist in the design, development and testing of new data and information collection, analysis and reporting methods, particularly for the transfer of analytical findings from the Declared Information Analysis Section to the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Analysis Section.
Provide suggestions to improve databases and software usage, particularly to optimize material balance evaluations.
Draft guidance material related to identified process improvements and promote knowledge sharing.
Keep up to date on developments and current issues concerning international safeguards as they relate to State reporting and declarations.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

NameDefinition 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. 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.

Functional Competencies

NameDefinition Judgement/decision makingConsults with supervisor/manager and makes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. ResilienceAble to remain calm in emotionally charged situations. Accepts constructive feedback in a positive manner and is able to cope with setbacks. Technical/scientific credibilityAcquires and applies new skills to remain up to date in his/her area of expertise. Reliably applies knowledge of basic technical/scientific methods and concepts.

Required Expertise

FunctionNameExpertise Description Information ManagementInformation AnalysisAnalytical skills with the ability to integrate information into reports in a well-structured and logical way. SafeguardsNuclear Material AccountingKnowledge of information declared by States under safeguards agreements and nuclear material accounting. Experience in nuclear material accounting an asset.

Asset Expertise

FunctionNameExpertise Description SafeguardsNuclear Fuel Cycle/Nuclear FacilitiesBasic knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle and technical aspects of nuclear non-proliferation. SafeguardsSafeguards System, BasicExperience related to nuclear non-proliferation issues and nuclear related research. Basic understanding of IAEA Safeguards and the role of the Additional Protocol.

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Bachelor's degree in sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry), nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of two years of relevant experience in the area of nuclear material accounting, nuclear safeguards activities, nuclear research and/or nuclear non-proliferation, including information collection, processing and analytical techniques.
Experience in processing and analysing information using complex databases an asset.

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 $56046 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 30377*, 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.