Vienna, Austria
IAEA Vienna, Austria
Team Leader (Fuel Engineering and Fuel Cycle Facilities)(P5)
( 2020/0301 (016739) )
Organization: NEFW-Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section
Primary Location: Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters
Job Posting: 2020-06-18, 5:11:36 PM
Contract Type : Fixed Term
Regular
Probation Period : 1 Year
Organizational Setting
The objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy (NE) is to foster the efficient and safe use of nuclear power by supporting interested Member States in: improving the performance of nuclear power plants, the nuclear fuel cycle, and the management of nuclear wastes; catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; developing indigenous capabilities around the world for national energy planning; deploying new nuclear power plants; preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and advancing science and industry through improved operation of research reactors.
The department has a dynamic, participative and interactive operating environment with inputs received from the Board of Governors, the General Conference, policy and decision-makers, and technical counterparts in Member States and the international development community.
The Division of Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Waste Technology (NEFW) comprises the Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section, the Waste Technology Section, the Decommissioning & Environmental Remediation Section and the Research Reactor Section. The Division seeks to support Member States in building their capacity to access technologies, to share good practices and to develop safe and effective approaches across all aspects of research reactors, nuclear fuel cycle, decommissioning, radioactive waste management and environmental remediation.
The Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section (NFCMS) assists interested Member States in the development of safe, environmentally friendly, economically viable, proliferation-resistant and sustainable fuel cycle options and it encourages information exchange on the exploration, mining and processing of uranium and thorium, on the design, manufacturing and performance of nuclear fuels, on the management of spent fuel, and on the development of advanced and innovative nuclear fuels and fuel cycles.
Main Purpose
As the lead technical expert in a team reporting to the Section Head, the Team Leader manages, co-ordinates and supervises the IAEA’s projects on nuclear fuel engineering and nuclear fuel cycle facilities.
Role
The Team Leader (Fuel Engineering and Fuel Cycle Facilities) is: (1) a substantive expert contributor, managing projects of particular complexity and/or sensitivity; (2) a Scientific Secretary to international technical meetings related to a specialized field, overseeing preparation and editing of technical reports, manuals proceedings and other technical publications; (3) a manager planning, leading, co-ordinating, monitoring and supervising the activities of a Sub-Section in accordance with Member States’ needs; (4) a coordinator of inter-agency collaborative projects with the UN system and other international organizations, reviewing and providing a systematic overview and preparation of technical
documentation and papers for discussions.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Broaden and deepen the field of knowledge by organizing technical meetings related to the specialized field and serve as scientific secretary; prepare technical programmes, contribute to the preparation and editing of technical reports, proceedings, e-tools development and other scientific publications; prepare and organize in-house meetings in support of the Section’s scientific programme.
- Contribute to an integrated delivery of activities through coordination of inter-agency collaborative projects within the UN system; promote the exchange of information on operational and safety related experience gained worldwide. Ensure the continued high standing and recognition of the IAEA in the scientific community by representing the IAEA at national and international meetings as required; establish and maintain contacts with individual scientists at various national centres, relevant international organizations, committees and scientific societies.
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- Plan, lead, coordinate, monitor implementation, supervise the activities of the Fuel Engineering and Nuclear Fuel Cycle Facilities team in accordance with Member States’ needs, including but not limited to nuclear fuel cycle facilities and nuclear material technology, and ensure compliance of Member States with the requirements and recommendations of the IAEA’s standards in these same areas.
- Coordinate the Team’s provision of specialized technical input to Technical Cooperation Projects in the subject area and provides technical guidance; evaluate proposals, develop work plans; provide support in planning and implementing training courses and workshops.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies
NameDefinition
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
NameDefinition
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.
Partnership building
Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals.
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
FunctionNameExpertise Description
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear Engineering and Technology
Knowledge in nuclear power reactor fuel engineering.
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear Fuel Cycle Facilities
In-depth understanding of the stages and processes of the nuclear
Nuclear Engineering
Nuclear Fuel Management
Knowledge of manufacturing and performance of nuclear fuels, and the development of advanced and innovative nuclear fuel.
Management and Programme Analysis
Project Management
In-depth knowledge of managing, coordinating and supervising projects related to nuclear fuel engineering and/or nuclear fuel cycle facilities.
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Master’s Degree
Advanced university degree in nuclear engineering, material science, nuclear fuel cycle, nuclear fuel cycle facilities, or a similar field.
Minimum of ten years of experience in nuclear power reactor fuel engineering or in nuclear fuel cycle facilities operation or in a national/international nuclear organization or institute, of which at least five include international experience.
Experience in managing teams and projects.
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 $88162 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 40643*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; 6 weeks’ annual vacation, home leave, pension plan and health insurance
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Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are encouraged
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