Project Management Officer (NSOC)(P3)

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.

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Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the IAEA'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 Office of Safety and Security Coordination (NSOC) is located in the Office of the Deputy Director General, Head of the Department. Its mission is to ensure the technical consistency and effective coordination of the IAEA's activities in the nuclear, radiation, transport and waste safety and nuclear security programmes. NSOC comprises three Sections: the Programme and Strategy Coordination Section, the Networks Management and Partnership Section and the Safety Standards and Security Guidance Development Section.
The mission of the Network Management and Partnership Section (NMPS) is to ensure the further development of the Global Nuclear Safety and Security Framework by facilitating knowledge management, knowledge networks and capacity building. The section will also act as a focal point of contact for extrabudgetary projects with donors, partners and IAEA internal organizational units and will provide for a departmental level monitoring and evaluation of all extra budgetary projects, by ensuring compliance with donor requirements and IAEA internal rules and guidelines.
 

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Section Head of the Networks Management and Partnership Section, the Project Management Officer contributes to the management and implementation of the activities related to the regional and thematic safety networks. The main purpose is to promote the cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the different networks from different regions, to enhance the coordination and cooperation of the partnerships within and outside the department and to further strengthen the capacity building and safety infrastructure development nationally, regionally and globally. The Project Management Officer provides appropriate advice and support for computerized solutions aimed at improving business processes and systems to facilitate the primary needs of the IAEA’s global and regional safety networks GNSSN and also applies technical knowledge to create effective information systems.

Role

As a team member of the Networks Management and Partnership Section, the Project Management Officer is (1) a developer and implementer of the work programme and activities of safety networks; (2) a coordinator of capacity building activities, for both staff of the department and relevant stakeholders in Member States (3) project manager for initiating, planning, executing and controlling agreed work programmes; (4) an advisor to management, providing recommendations for improving work processes; (5) a coordinator within the Department and liaison to Member States in the field of regional networks.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Contribute to the development of the work programme for GNSSN and the regional and thematic safety networks, including Asian Nuclear Safety Network (ANSN), Forum of Nuclear Regulatory Bodies in Africa (FNRBA), Arab Network of Nuclear Regulators (ANNuR), European and Central Asia Safety (EuCAS), and the Technical and Scientific Support Organizations (TSO) Forum.
   

• Cooperate with Member States, relevant organizations and key persons to facilitate implementation of activities of GNSSN and the regional and thematic safety networks. 
   

• Collaborate with other departments and Offices of the Agency with a view to continuous improvement of the services provided by the Department, in synergy with the services offered by other Departments, particularly for countries embarking on nuclear power programmes.
   

• Deliver training, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives for Member States and departmental staff, enhancing technical competencies and network engagement.
   

• Contribute to the capacity building of the Member States as well as the Departments staff, in synergy with all the Department core activities.
   

• Contribute to coordinating the departmental knowledge management process, including the NS intranet, induction course for NS newcomers.
   

• Provide training and workshops to users on technical topics. 
   

• Manage, implement, and enhance IT solutions for network operations, including websites, collaboration spaces, and databases; ensure compliance with IAEA IT and cybersecurity standards.
   

• Track project progress, prepare reports for management and donors, and identify lessons learned and best practices to inform future strategies.
   

• Provide project management for agreed knowledge network IT solutions and oversee/execute implementation of IT undertakings.
   

  Competencies and Expertise

  Core Competencies (Competency Framework)NameDefinition  CommunicationCommunicates 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 ResultsTakes 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.  TeamworkActively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.  Planning and OrganizingPlans 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.

  Functional CompetenciesNameDefinition  Client orientationHelps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met.  Commitment to continuous process improvementPlans and executes activities in the context of quality and risk management and identifies opportunities for process, system and structural improvement, as well as improving current practices. Analyses processes and procedures, and proposes improvements.  Judgement/decision makingConsults 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.

  Required ExpertiseFunctionNameExpertise Description   Management and Programme AnalysisProject ManagementStrong project management and analytical abilities, with attention to detail and results orientation.

  Asset ExpertiseFunctionNameExpertise Description   Management and Programme AnalysisAnalytical Writing SkillsHigh proficiency in drafting and reviewing technical and strategic documents.   Management and Programme AnalysisExternal CooperationAbility to establish contact with member states, relevant organizations and key persons to implement activities smoothly.

   

  Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

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• Bachelor's Degree - University degree in science, international relations, project management, business administration, economics, international law or other related field.

Minimum of five years of relevant working experience is required.

Experience required in project management, particularly in knowledge networks project coordination. Certification in recognized project management methodologies (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile frameworks such as Certified Scrum Master or Professional Scrum Master) is highly desirable.

Experience required in developing capacity building programmes, education and training programmes, human resource development plans, knowledge management, preferably in international organizations is required. 

Demonstrated experience in managing web-based platforms and information systems for knowledge sharing (e.g., SharePoint, web content management), developing capacity building programmes, education and training programmes, human resource development plans, knowledge management, preferably in international organizations is required.

Experience required in establishing management systems, preferably in international organizations is required. 

Proven experience in designing and delivering training or workshops related to safety networks or knowledge management is required.

Strong IT literacy, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365, SharePoint administration, and web content management systems is required.

Knowledge of nuclear safety capacity building and international cooperation mechanisms is desirable.

Excellent organizational, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, 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 $70212 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 38266*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

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