Job Description - Unit Head (Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics)(P4) (2024/0652 (018538))OrganizationNSNS-Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics UnitPrimary LocationJob Posting2024-11-22, 12:36:12 PMClosing Date2024-12-13, 10:59:00 PMDuration in Months: 36Contract Type: Fixed Term - RegularThis 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 SettingThe Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency's activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.The Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS) is responsible for establishing, coordinating and implementing the IAEA's nuclear security programme to protect against, detect and respond to criminal acts or acts of nuclear terrorism and threats thereof.The Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics Unit is responsible for performing activities related to development of States’ Radiological Crime Scene Management capabilities and capacities and the planning and implementation of nuclear forensics capabilities.Main PurposeUnder the supervision and guidance of the Section Head, Nuclear Security of Materials outside of Regulatory Control, the Unit Head (Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics) is responsible for the coordination of the design and delivery of programme activities on nuclear forensics within the IAEA’s nuclear security programme.RoleReporting to the Section Head MORC, the Unit Head (Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics) is: (1) a coordinator, managing planning, design and delivery of programme activities related to nuclear forensics; (2) a team leader, managing the Unit’s team in accordance with relevant Agency’s policies and procedures; (3) a technical expert identifying gaps and supporting the development of appropriate international guidance on nuclear forensics; (4) a technical officer for the relevant projects of particular technical complexity; and (5) a scientific secretary developing nuclear security series documents, as well as other technical documents and training materials on the matters of nuclear forensics.Functions / Key Results ExpectedCoordinate IAEA activities related to assisting Member States in establishing and sustaining nuclear forensics capabilities within nuclear security regime.Support the implementation of relevant nuclear security series guidance by developing further guidance, training materials and delivering training courses.Assist in the design and delivery of nuclear security activities and projects identified in the INSSPs for individual Member States.Oversee the development of relevant nuclear security guidance, including within the IAEA Nuclear Security Series of publications, and technical documents and facilitate their acceptance and use by States.Contribute to the development and implementation of nuclear forensics training and education activities based on the nuclear security guidance documents, in conjunction with relevant professional associations.Analyse the input from INSSPs for the structured planning of future projects for nuclear forensics and to develop annual work plans and identify funding needs.Carry out activities, including advisory and assessment missions, technical courses and workshops, technical support and human resource development activities.Contribute to the continued high standing and recognition of the IAEA in the scientific community by representing the IAEA at national and international meetings as required.Plan, organize, manage and evaluate the work of the team, continuously reviewing effectiveness, focusing on priorities and driving for excellence in line with the IAEA’s quality management and results-based programming approach.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.Required ExpertiseExtensive and comprehensive knowledge in the area of nuclear forensics.Experience with nuclear forensics activities related to investigations, including nuclear forensic analysis.Qualifications, Experience and Language skillsAdvanced university degree in the field of nuclear engineering, chemistry, physics or other related field.University degree in the field of nuclear engineering, chemistry, physics or other related field with two additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree.Minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience in nuclear security, including minimum of three years of managerial experience and experience at an operational level.Proven national experience in nuclear forensics and other nuclear security related activities.Experience in leading small teams of technical staff.Experience in working with national and international organizations or institutes.Good knowledge and understanding of the challenges for the implementation of IAEA's Nuclear Security Plan are desirable.Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.Evaluation processThe 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.Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.Appointment informationAppointment 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.
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