Radioactive Source Security Officer (P-4)

Organizational Unit:	Prevention Section Office of Nuclear Security Department of Nuclear Safety and Security
Duty Station:	Vienna, Austria
Issue Date:	20 January 2012
Application Deadline:	1 March 2012
Type/Duration of Appointment:	Fixed term, 3 years (subject to a probationary period of 1 year)

Organizational Setting

The Office of Nuclear Security is responsible for 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 Office is part of the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security and is organized into three Sections: Information Management and Coordination, Prevention, and Detection and Response. The Prevention Section is responsible for activities related to establishing and sustaining nuclear security systems at facilities or locations where nuclear and other radioactive material is used or stored. These activities include developing nuclear security guidance consistent with relevant binding and non-binding international legal instruments in the area of assessment, physical protection, transport security and accounting and control of nuclear and other radioactive material, as well as assistance to Member States in implementing the nuclear security framework. The Section provides evaluation and assessment services such as education and training, methodology development and assistance in security upgrades relating to nuclear and radioactive material. Hence, the Section organizes a large number of evaluation missions, training courses and workshops and convenes technical meetings for methodology development. The Section has broad interaction within the IAEA, with Member States and with other international organizations.

Main purpose

Under the supervision and guidance of the Prevention Section Head, the Radioactive Source Security Officer will help establish and implement the IAEA programme on security for radioactive materials and associated facilities. The officer will support the establishment of national legal and regulatory frameworks for radioactive source security activities for, support the establishment and upgrading of national infrastructures for radioactive source security and coordinate the international organization of activities to improve the security of radioactive materials and associated facilities. In addition, the Radioactive Source Security Officer will be responsible for carrying out certain implementation activities such as preparing technical and international guidance documents, conducting training events, and leading assessment and advisory missions. Further, he/she will be expected to provide considerable support to the development of States Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans (INSSP) and to the implementation of actions to support these Plans.

Role

The Radioactive Source Security Officer is (1) Team Leader to help develop the programme within the Office of Nuclear Security for the security of radioactive materials and associated facilities; (2) a Specialist to implement IAEA activities related to improving the security of radioactive materials and facilities in States; (3) a Facilitator to act as the Scientific Secretary of the International Working Group on the Security of Radioactive Sources; and (4) a Coordinator to identify gaps and develop appropriate international guidance on source security.

Partnerships

The Radioactive source Security Officer will work in partnership with staff in the Offices of Nuclear Security, Safety, Nuclear Energy, and Safeguards, liaise with points of contact in Member States and will coordinate and liaise with international organizations and other UN bodies.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Develop the program within the Office of Nuclear Security for the security of radioactive materials and associated facilities. Coordinate IAEA activities related to improving the security of radioactive materials and facilities in States. Coordinate radioactive source security activities with relevant radiation safety organizations within the IAEA. Help establish or improve States legal and regulatory frameworks for security of radioactive materials and associated facilities. Support the development and implementation of the Nuclear Security Information Management System (NUSIMS). Analyse States radioactive source security information to develop Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans (INSSPs). Input INSSP needs and recommendations into NUSIMS to facilitate the structured planning of future support activities for security of radioactive materials and associated facilities and to develop annual work plans and identify funding needs. Carryout funded work plan activities, including advisory and assessment missions, technical support and human resource development activities. Identify gaps and develop radioactive source security guidance documents to address them. Act as the Scientific Secretary of the International Working Group on the Security of Radioactive Sources.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Substantial, in-depth knowledge of nuclear security practices and methodologies, international nuclear security-related legal instruments and the roles of international organizations. In-depth knowledge of physical protection principles and international guidance. Proven ability to work with competent authorities and radioactive source facilities in security-sensitive data environments for the purpose of improving physical protection, and the ability to balance business needs with security requirements. Excellent analytical skills and decision making capability in a results-oriented environment. Proven project management skills for planning, evaluation and implementation. Ability to lead scientific meetings and organize events such as conferences, consultancies, workshops, training events, etc. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries and the ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Education, Experience and Language Skills

Advanced university degree in nuclear engineering, physics or chemistry. Proven experience in source security related activities and facilities. At least seven years of relevant experience. Experience at the international level desirable. Experience in working with national and international organizations or institutes, desirable. Experience in coordinating the work of small teams advantageous. Fluency in written and spoken English essential. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) an asset.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $67 395 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $35 585*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; 6 weeks' annual vacation, home leave, pension plan and health insurance. How to apply to the IAEA Complete an Online Application * Subject to change without notice

Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are encouraged Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. Staff members may be assigned to any location. 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. Testing may be part of the recruitment process.