Vacancy Notice No. 2008/042
Position and Grade: Programme Management Officer (P-4)
Organizational Unit: Division for Latin America
Department of Technical Cooperation
Duty Station: Vienna, Austria
Issue Date: 19 June 2008
Application Deadline: 1 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), each organized into two sections. The objective of the regional Divisions is to respond to relevant developmental priorities in Member States through effective programme management, increased engagement of Member States, partnership building and improved coordination in the region, and to contribute to increased self-reliance of Member States 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.

Main purpose
Under the supervision and guidance of a Section Head, the Programme Management Officer develops and manages innovative and complex 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 acts as a substantive contributor and specialist adviser in developing and managing the TC programme and advising on programmatic and socio-economic issues and development conditions in assigned countries. Building on his/her solid knowledge and experience in the TC programme, he/she elaborates concepts and/or develops new approaches and methodologies to meet complex programmatic challenges and to manage complex and/or sensitive situations in programme delivery.

The P-4 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.

Partnerships
The Programme Management Officer works closely with relevant technical divisions and acts as the focal point for a specific technical area. He/she establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with Member State institutions, development partners and civil society 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 Member State institutions, technical departments and other partners, design programmes/projects integrating best practices and innovative policies and strategies and applying quality management standards and a results based approach.
  • Act as a TC focal point or resource person, where needed, for cross-departmental issues.
  • Assess progress and report on the achievement of project results in line with quality management standards; identify lessons learned and propose adaptations and innovations to 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 Member State institutions recommending innovative approaches to project execution and capacity building; 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 increasing 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 complex situations, grasp the critical aspects, and make timely and firm decisions based on sound judgement.
  • Set challenging goals for him/herself, maintain focus on results, overcome obstacles and take responsibility for results achieved.
  • Actively seek opportunities to learn and respond positively to new tasks. Seek and welcome feedback and adjust behaviour accordingly.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment with respect and sensitivity for diversity.
  • Strong communication skills, including report writing and editing as well as oral presentations.
  • Committed to the IAEA's strategy and consistently apply organizational policies and procedures. 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 for improvement and generate new ideas to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Focus on results in programme/project design, monitoring and implementation; integrate new approaches and innovations, and ensure cost-effective use of funds.
  • Design programmes/projects that support the achievement of development goals and identify sustainable approaches. Promote capacity building measures in programme/project design and implementation.
  • Build relevant strategic partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders and partners. Identify areas of common interest and recommend opportunities for collaboration and joint initiatives.
  • Possess and apply knowledge of the TC programme and TC strategies and approaches, and 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 7 years of experience in technical assistance programming at national or international level, preferably in a nuclear field.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish essential. Knowledge of any other IAEA official language (i.e. Arabic, Chinese, French or Russian) desirable.

Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $63 052 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $48 550*, 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.