Safeguards Technology Expert (Open Source)(P3)

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.
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

The Safeguards Technology Expert (Open Source) collects, analyses and reports on information related to the nuclear fuel cycle including sensitive science and technology to deepen the IAEA's understanding of nuclear proliferation including issues related to both indigenous R&D and technology transfer and trading. He/she participates in the development of the Collaborative Analysis Platform (CAP).

Role

The Safeguards Technology Expert (Open Source) is (1) a specialist contributing to development of analytical methodologies and applying analytical techniques; (2) a contributor of information analysis for the preparation and review of all relevant documents in support of the State evaluation reports; (3) an analyst conducting consultations and investigations arising from ad hoc requests generated from headquarters and in the field; and (4) a liaison, as appropriate, with representatives of other safeguards divisions on issues of his/her expertise.

Functions / Key Results Expected

- Create analytical products to support a robust implementation of IAEA safeguards verification activities.
- Carry out analysis of open source information including technical publications to answer questions.
- Discuss with Department staff on questions raised during field activities or analysis of safeguards data and seek answers using information analysis tools.
- Review the analytical reports of other colleagues and collaborate with them in collecting and analysing information.
- Present and explain advanced analysis, including Palantir investigations, to office staff and the the management.
- Participate in the Departmental initiative related to Palantir and the Collaborative Analysis Platform (CAP).
- Develop analytical workflows and resultant products for use within the Department of Safeguards.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Name Definition Planning and Organizing Plans 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. Communication Communicates 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 Results Takes 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. Teamwork Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.

Functional Competencies

Name Definition Judgement/decision making Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. Resilience Maintains 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. Technical/scientific credibility Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.

Required Expertise

Function Name Expertise Description Information Management Information Analysis Knowledge of the methodologies and approaches to information analysis is essential, with a demonstrated ability to combine skills in information collection, application of analytical software tools, and production of analytical reports. Information Management Information Analysis Previous experience in the area of collection, analyses and reports on information related to Nuclear Fuel Cycle. Information Management Information Analytics Expert Tools Thorough familiarity with open source information collection and analysis techniques and tools, with experience with Palantir being a distinct advantage.. Safeguards Nuclear Fuel Cycle/Nuclear Facilities Demonstrated knowledge / understanding of the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear facilities. Safeguards Safeguards System, Advanced Understanding of nuclear safeguards at an international level.

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Bachelor's Degree - Nuclear science or engineering (including chemistry, physics or electronics/ instrumentation), computer science, international relations / political science or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the civilian or military nuclear industry, in safeguards, in non-proliferation or in a related field.
Demonstrable experience in information analysis is required.

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 $71335 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 38664*, 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.