Job Description - Satellite Imagery Analyst (P3) (2024/0660 (010212))
Organization
SGIM-State Infrastructure Analysis Section
Primary Location
Job Posting
Job Posting: 2025-01-08, 9:19:15 AM
Closing Date
Closing Date: 2025-01-28, 10:59:00 PM
Duration in Months: 36
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Regular
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant's location.
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.
Main Purpose
The Safeguards Information Analyst (Satellite Imagery) contributes expertise in the processing and analysis of multisensor imagery in support of the Section's mission in assisting the Department's objective with regard to nuclear verification evaluation.
Role
The Safeguards Information Analyst (Satellite Imagery) is: (1) a specialist in the analysis of multi-sensor satellite imagery; (2) an author of analytical reports and briefings to stakeholders; (3) a coordinator of the integration of open source, State-declared and other collateral information into the imagery analysis process; (4) a proficient user of geospatial data and information; and (5) a contributor to R&D programmes supported by IAEA Member States.
Functions / Key Results Expected
In cooperation with other imagery analysts and under the leadership of the Section Head, the Safeguards Information Analyst (Satellite Imagery) will be responsible for imagery analysis. The incumbent will be required to:
* Conduct analysis on multisensor data, focused on high-resolution panchromatic and multispectral imagery, and present analytical findings within the Division and Department, as requested.
* Provide imagery expertise in the verification of State declarations.
* Participate in Departmental working groups on the preparation of State Evaluation Reports and assist inspectors in the planning of their field activities.
* Guide support staff in the image collection/processing and open source compilation processes.
* Contribute to the Departmental QMS-driven continual improvement through providing feedback on standard operating procedures for imagery and geospatial analysis.
* Participate in on-site inspections, as requested and required, to improve the effectiveness of the analysis.
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 results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.
Teamwork
Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.
Planning and Organizing
Plans and organizes work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.
Qualifications, Experience and Language Skills
* Bachelor's Degree in Remote Sensing, Geography, Information Technology or closely related field, or an equivalent qualification.
* A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in imagery and geospatial analysis, including experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.
* Knowledge of nuclear fuel cycle preferred.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to draft technical documents, analytical reports, and publications.
* Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an advantage.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The successful candidate requires:
* In-depth knowledge of satellite imagery analysis, imagery tasking and requirements management.
* Demonstrated knowledge of image processing software and techniques.
* Broad understanding and working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis within imagery analysis workflows.
* Good general research and analytical skills with the ability to effectively integrate collateral information into imagery and geospatial analysis reporting.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.
* Knowledge of imagery indicators associated with the nuclear fuel cycle.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to produce high-quality analytical reports.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an asset.
Evaluation Process
* The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement.
* 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.
* The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy or to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type.
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