VA ID: 1987 Grade Level: P-3 Division: International Monitoring System Division Section: Monitoring Facilities Support Section Unit: Maintenance Unit Type of Appointment: Short Term Appointment Date of Issuance: 23 February 2024 Deadline for Applications: 24 March 2024 Vacancy Reference: VASTA-1987-2024 Reporting Date: As soon as possible
Please note that all candidates should adhere to CTBTO Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity.
Qualified female applicants and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
A roster of suitable candidates may be established for similar positions at the same level as a result of this selection process for a period of two (2) years.
Organizational Background
The Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization with its headquarters in Vienna, Austria is the international organization setting up the global verification system foreseen under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), which is the treaty banning any nuclear-weapon-test explosion or any other nuclear explosion. The Treaty provides for a global verification regime, including a network of 337 stations worldwide, a communications system, an international data centre and on-site inspections to monitor compliance.
Organizational Setting
This position is located in the International Monitoring Systems (IMS) Division that applies engineering and science to develop, instantiate, and to operate measurement stations around the world as well as to receive, process and disseminate the data collected by these stations as well as related analysis products.
Reporting Lines
The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head, Maintenance Unit of IMS Division. The focus of this job is the implementation of the EU Joint Action IX project to support IMS Auxiliary Seismic Stations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Head, Maintenance Unit, the incumbent will be responsible to:
Plan, manage and implement maintenance activities for Auxiliary seismic (AS) facilities of the International Monitoring System (IMS), including corrective and preventive maintenance, overhauls, equipment replacements of the main station systems, including sensor/digitizer, power supply, grounding and lightning protection, intra-site communication, data acquisition and station infrastructure, in coordination with equipment providers, station operators, and other contractors; Undertake equipment troubleshooting remotely as well as during on-site visits to inspect, maintain or repair installations as needed; prepare related reports; participate in major repairs, upgrades and revalidations of IMS Auxiliary seismic stations as required; Participate in the evaluation of station performance, including review, preliminary evaluation, classification of reports and upkeep of station records; Support tracking of equipment downtime, problem history and providing support to sustain IMS Auxiliary seismic stations in cooperation with the Logistics Unit; Provide technical input for the establishment of contractual arrangements and agreements with contractors for services required to sustain IMS Auxiliary Seismic facilities; providing technical evaluation and assessment as required; Support the development and implementation of procedures leading to the improved sustainment, operational stability and general maintenance of IMS Auxiliary seismic facilities, including the development and review of Auxiliary seismic station specific technical documentation; Provide support to IMS Auxiliary Seismic training activities and workshops, including development of technical training programmes, preparation of learning material and equipment; deliver presentations and hands-on sessions, including on-site training to local Auxiliary seismic station operators; Interact with government officials in countries that host IMS facilities to discuss matters relating to the maintenance and support of IMS stations; In coordination with the Head, Maintenance Unit, interact e with representatives from member states to discuss technical matters and project implementation, when required; Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
First-level university degree in geophysics, electrical engineering, seismic, acoustics or a related field.
Work Experience and Qualifications
At least five (5) years relevant working experience in seismic/acoustic monitoring systems including experience in computer technology, computer interfacing and networking, communication technology, power systems, seismic data acquisition systems; Experience in the maintenance and installation of monitoring systems and computer-based systems; experience in installation of such systems in harsh/remote environments is desirable; Relevant work experience within national or international monitoring networks is desirable; Experience in the development of technical documentation desirable; Excellent organizational skills and coordination and proven ability to deliver projects within assigned deadlines; Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced work environment; Strong ability to multicultural environment is essential.Languages
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential; knowledge of other official CTBTO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is desirable.
Competencies
Professionalism - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from other and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; Planning and organizing - Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Team work - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings; Accountability - Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable; Creativity - Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks โoutside the boxโ; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches; Client orientation - Considers all those to whom services are provided to be โclientsโ and seeks to see things from clientsโ point of view; establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clientsโ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clientsโ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress and setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients; Commitment to continuous learning - Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve; Technological Awareness - Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology.
Remuneration
CTBTO offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission. For more information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, see link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salary.htm). The salary offered may be subject to deductions to the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund and/or Health Insurance Scheme.
Additional Information
All applications must be submitted through the CTBTO e-Recruitment system before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Incomplete applications and submission of employment history in formats other than the CTBTO Employment Information Form will not be considered. The CTBTO Preparatory Commission retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy; to make an appointment at a lower grade in particular if the candidate has less than the qualifications required; to make an appointment with a modified job description, or to offer a contract term for a shorter duration than indicated in the vacancy announcement. Please note that the CTBTO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list. The CTBTO reserves the right to undertake correspondence only with shortlisted candidates. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process.