Vacancy Notice No. 2008/039
Position and Grade: Programme Management Officer (P-3)
Organizational Unit: Division for Asia and the Pacific
Department of Technical Cooperation
Duty Station: Vienna, Austria
Issue Date: 20 June 2008
Application Deadline: 4 August 2008
Type/Duration of Appointment: Fixed term, 3 years (subject to a probationary period of 1 year)

Organizational Setting
The Department of Technical Cooperation (TC) consists of a Division of Programme Support and Coordination and four Regional Divisions (Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, and Latin America) which are organized into two Sections each. The objective of the Regional Divisions is to respond to relevant developmental priorities in Member States (MS) through effective programme management, increased engagement of MS, partnership building and improved coordination in the region, and to contribute to increased self-reliance of MS in the application of nuclear techniques.

The TC operating environment is dynamic, participative and interactive with inputs received continuously from the Board of Governors, the General Conference, policy- and decision-makers, and technical counterparts in Member States and in the international development community.

The P-3 Programme Management Officer is responsible for a number of specific countries in the region, reports directly to the Section Head and shares support staff within the team.

Main purpose
Under the supervision and guidance of the Section Head, the Programme Management Officer develops and manages programmes and projects in the area of nuclear technology based on Member States' development needs.

Role
As an active member of project and country teams, the Programme Management Officer provides high-quality professional inputs and exercises a high degree of operational leadership in developing and implementing the TC programme. He/she applies expert knowledge of established programme policies and procedures and effectively uses existing programming tools and mechanisms in a frequently changing, high-pace environment.

Partnerships
The Programme Management Officer works with relevant Departments in the IAEA and establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with development partners, MS counterparts and service providers to increase awareness of the TC programme and to address emerging issues and facilitate programme delivery.

Functions / Key Results Expected
  • Assess and interpret the political, social and economic environment of assigned countries and provide inputs to country programme frameworks addressing TC strategy and policy issues; in collaboration with MS institutions, technical departments and other partners, design programmes/projects in line with established programme policies and procedures, applying quality management standards and a results-based approach.
  • Assess progress and report on achievement of project results in line with quality management standards using existing monitoring and assessment mechanisms and tools; monitor programme/project budgets, certify and approve project disbursements to ensure delivery is in line with approved project budgets and that delivery levels are met.
  • Expedite and coordinate project implementation, establishing collaborative relationships with MS institutions and assessing their managerial and operational capacities; ensure the timely and effective implementation of human resource and equipment components.
  • Develop and maintain networks and partnerships with national institutions and UN development agencies to contribute to increased awareness of TC; contribute to resource mobilization activities, proposing projects requiring additional funding and identifying funding options.
  • Contribute to the documentation of knowledge by proposing examples of best practices and success stories, as well as replicable strategies and approaches, and actively share and apply this knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyse situations and problems, grasp the critical aspects and initiate workable solutions; make timely and firm decisions based on sound judgment.
  • Set challenging goals for him/herself and maintain focus on results; overcome obstacles and challenges prioritizing and adjusting work; evaluate and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • Actively seek opportunities to learn and keep job knowledge up-to-date; respond positively to new challenging tasks; seek and welcome feedback and adjust behaviour accordingly.
  • Deliver verbal and written information in a timely, clear and uncomplicated way; communicate openly and freely share information and knowledge.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues inside and outside the work unit and handle conflicting situations with tact; contribute actively to the work of the team, take into account diverse perspectives.
  • Be committed to the IAEA's strategy and prioritize and focus effort and energy on achieving it; understand the position of other organizational units and work effectively across organizational and functional boundaries.
  • Demonstrate openness and flexibility and respond positively to change; identify areas where results could be improved and generate new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Focus on results in programme/project design, monitoring and implementation; integrate new approaches and technical innovations in programmes and ensure cost-effective use of funds.
  • Demonstrate in-depth understanding of different needs of Member States and apply programme tools and approaches to meet them; adopt a participatory approach to assessing needs and planning programmes.
  • Design programmes/projects that support the achievement of development goals and identify sustainable approaches; promote capacity-building measures in programme/project design and implementation.
  • Develop and undertake activities to enhance the visibility and impact of TC programmes/projects; develop messages for outreach and use networks of partners to increase visibility.
  • Possess and apply knowledge of TC programmes, strategies and approaches, as well as relevant IAEA policies and procedures; keep abreast of new developments in the area of his/her profession.

Education, Experience and Language Skills
  • Advanced university degree in management, social sciences, science and technology, or international relations.
  • At least 5 years' experience in the development and management of technical cooperation programmes, preferably in the nuclear field.
  • Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Working knowledge of another official IAEA language (i.e. Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) desirable.

Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $52 408 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $40 354*, 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

* 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 to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above. Testing may be part of the recruitment process.