Senior Safeguards Analyst (State Declarations)(P5)

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 Senior Safeguards Analyst (State Declarations) ensures, through collaboration within the Section, that information receiving, processing and analysis activities are conducted effectively and efficiently with respect to nuclear material accounting and additional protocol information provided by States. The Senior Safeguards Analyst (State Declarations) applies extensive knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear material accounting principles to provide expert analysis of information submitted by States in accordance with their safeguards agreements and ensures effective follow up on issues or inconsistencies. In addition, the Senior Safeguards Analyst (State Declarations) leads analytical projects to ensure the continual improvement of processes and methodologies.

Role

The Senior Safeguards Analyst (State Declarations) is: 1) a subject matter expert in the area of nuclear material accountancy and the analysis of complex and sensitive information related to nuclear non-proliferation; 2) an investigator, evaluating information declared by States and obtained from other sources, in order to identify issues that are relevant from a State evaluation perspective, including the identification of any questions, inconsistencies and nuclear non-proliferation issues; 3) a key contributor to the preparation and review of technical reports, providing assessments and input that contribute to the State evaluation process; and 4) a mentor of staff and source of guidance for specific areas of technical competence.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Provide authoritative technical expertise and advice related to the analysis of nuclear material accounting reports and additional protocol declarations.
Contribute to the development of policies, priorities and procedures and oversee the preparation of work plans for country and project teams.
Lead and/or participate in teams to address issues and develop new solutions and methodologies to improve analytical processes.
Coordinate and perform in-depth analysis relating to nuclear activities in assigned States, disseminating information and providing analytical results to the Divisions of Operations.
Play a key role in State evaluations through the analysis of State reports and declarations, specifically nuclear material accounting reports and information provided under additional protocols, by correlating the analytical results from all available information.
Support capacity building for State representatives (SSACs/SRAs) on nuclear material accounting and reporting practices, the preparation of declarations, the resolution of issues and to provide training.
Provide advisory expertise on specific aspects of safeguards agreements, including State supplied nuclear material accounting and additional protocol information, to other Divisions in the Department and State representatives.
Initiate and monitor the implementation of new and/or revised analytical activities, projects and procedures as necessary to meet the Division’s information management goals.
Keep up to date on developments and current issues concerning State reporting and declarations and ensure effective knowledge sharing.
Oversee the work of junior colleagues, acting as a mentor and supporting their development.
Develop mechanisms to support and enhance collaborative teamwork.
Contribute to the development of safeguards approaches and deliver Department-wide training.

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 Safeguards Nuclear Material Accounting Extensive expertise in nuclear material accounting and knowledge of information declared by States under safeguards agreements. Safeguards Nuclear Material Management Practical knowledge of nuclear material accounting and State reporting obligations for nuclear material accountancy data. Training Training Evaluation Ability to provide guidance and training with experience in mentoring staff performance.

Asset Expertise

Function Name Expertise Description Safeguards Nuclear Fuel Cycle/Nuclear Facilities In-depth knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle, with a special emphasis on technical aspects of nuclear non-proliferation and proliferation indicators. Safeguards Safeguards System, Advanced Expertise in performing in-depth analysis, correlating data from multiple sources, and preparing consolidated evaluations for decision-making

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Master's Degree - Advanced university degree in sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry), nuclear engineering, accounting, information science, computer science, international relations or a related field.

Bachelor's Degree - University degree in a stipulated field with two years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the nuclear industry or a national or international organization in information management and analysis related to nuclear non-proliferation issues, nuclear material accounting or nuclear related research.
At least five years of experience in information collection, processing, and analysis, including processing and analysing information in complex databases.
Demonstrated ability in leading teams and producing high-quality analytical and technical reports.
Proven experience in and knowledge of procedures for handling sensitive information.
Familiarity with IT systems that support the handling and evaluation of large data sets 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 $103165 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 53749*, 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.