As a member of a team led by the Section Head, the Senior Safeguards Analyst develops and evaluates new safeguards concepts and approaches; supports Operations Divisions in design and implementation of State-level approaches; coordinates development of additional tools to support the implementation of safeguards; serves as a project manager for Member State Support Programme (MSSP) tasks; and prepares working documents for consideration within the Department of Safeguards and by international consultant and advisory groups.
Role
The Senior Safeguards Analyst is: (1) an Analyst - developing safeguards concepts and approaches, including analysis of their strengths, weaknesses and cost effectiveness; (2) a Coordinator of programmes of work related to safeguards involving other IAEA staff and experts from Member States; (3) a Facilitator - providing timely, accurate, and efficient support to the Operations Divisions to resolve safeguards implementation problems, and supporting safeguards inspection, training, and other activities of the Department, as requested; and (4) a Supervisor of safeguards analysts as assigned, promoting good performance and teamwork.
Functions / Key Results Expected
• Identify safeguards needs and manage a programme of tasks or actions to address the need.
• Develop, analyse, and document new or enhanced technical safeguards concepts and approaches.
• Provide technical evaluations of State evaluation documents.
• Provide technical evaluations of State-level safeguards approaches and measures in order to determine their acceptability in terms of effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with IAEA policy and guidance.
• Provide effective planning and coordination of technical meetings and produce accurate summaries of the proceedings and conclusions of the meetings.
• Plan, organize and supervise the work and deliverables of safeguards analysts in the Section, as assigned.
• Provide technical expertise and effectively contribute to safeguards inspections and other field activities.
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)
NameDefinitionPlanning 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.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.
Functional Competencies
NameDefinitionJudgement/decision makingConsults 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.ResilienceMaintains 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 credibilityEnsures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
1. Master's Degree - Advanced university degree (or equivalent level degree) in nuclear or other engineering, physical science, mathematics, or a safeguards related discipline.
2. Bachelor's Degree - University degree in nuclear or other engineering, physical science, mathematics, or a safeguards related discipline with two years of additional relevant work experience.
3. At least 10 years of working experience in the nuclear field, including experience in systems analysis and developing and evaluating nuclear safeguards concepts and methods.
4. Experience in organizing and conducting working groups and technical meetings.
5. Good knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle and nuclear materials, preferably obtained in the design, operation or regulation of nuclear fuel cycle facilities.
6. Thorough knowledge of IAEA safeguards concepts, practices and technology.
7. 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 $101540 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 56761*, 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
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce.