Vacancy Notice No. 2008/065
Position and Grade: Director (D-1)
Organizational Unit: Division of Nuclear Power
Department of Nuclear Energy
Duty Station: Vienna, Austria
Issue Date: 26 August 2008 (re-opened on 19 March 2009)
Application Deadline: 19 April 2009
Type/Duration of Appointment: Fixed term, 3 years (subject to a probationary period of 1 year)

Organizational Setting
The objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy is to foster the efficient and safe use of nuclear power by supporting interested Member States in: improving the performance of nuclear power plants, the nuclear fuel cycle and the management of nuclear wastes; catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; developing indigenous capabilities around the world for national energy planning; deploying new nuclear power plants; preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and, advancing science and industry through the improved operation of research reactors.

The Division of Nuclear Power is one of two Divisions in the Department of Nuclear Energy and comprises the Nuclear Power Engineering Section and the Nuclear Power Technology Development Section. The Division is responsible for the management of programmes supporting operating nuclear power plants, expansion of nuclear power programmes, infrastructure and planning for the introduction of nuclear power programmes, coordination of the International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles (INPRO), technology development for advanced reactor lines and non-electric applications of nuclear power.

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

The Director reports to the Deputy Director General, Head of the Department of Nuclear Energy, and is supported by about 40 Professional staff specializing in nuclear power technology, and about 15 General Service staff.

Main purpose
The Director ensures that the Division of Nuclear Power provides results based programmatic responses to Member States' priorities in the programmatic areas outlined above.

Role
The Director is: an adviser and coordinator to the Deputy Director General on issues such as strategy and policy, as well as trends impacting the nuclear power programme; the principal adviser to the Deputy Director General on positioning the programme to deliver in response to the needs of Member States; a leader providing strategic direction and motivating staff in the Division, promoting good performance and teamwork and creating an environment where staff can develop their skills and share knowledge and experience; a manager of the human and financial resources assigned to the Division, responsible for the efficient and effective development and implementation of the nuclear power programme in line with the results based approach.

Partnerships
The Director engages high level counterparts in Member States, scientific institutions, United Nations organizations, specialized agencies, and other international organizations, to identify emerging trends, develop strategies and coordinate programmes. He/she coordinates with other IAEA programme managers to identify and implement synergies in the IAEA's activities.

Functions / Key Results Expected
  • Lead the Division of Nuclear Power, providing direction and guidance to staff, and establishing and monitoring standards of excellence in performance.
  • Direct the deployment and coordination assistance provided for nuclear power programme development in line with the expressed needs of Member States and the results based approach.
  • Coordinate and guide programme monitoring and assessment, ensuring that outcomes are fully in line with stated programme objectives.
  • Represent the IAEA's scientific standing at international conferences and forums and liaise with senior level representatives in scientific institutions and other international organizations to gain awareness of emerging trends.
  • Strengthen IAEA cooperation with other international organizations through synergetic activities.
  • Build and maintain strategic institutional partnerships and alliances with a wide range of stakeholders in Member States.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to think strategically, to set direction and to apply a results oriented approach. Capability for strategic and operational planning and for quality management.
  • Technical expertise in nuclear power technology. Good knowledge of the nuclear fuel cycle and waste desirable.
  • In-depth knowledge of the worldwide status of nuclear power development and deployment, and also of trends in the development of nuclear technologies, as well as familiarity with and understanding of the specific needs of developing countries pursuing the implementation of nuclear power programmes.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead effectively and motivate large work teams in a multicultural environment.
  • Strong analytical skills, demonstrated sound judgement in applying technical expertise to identify problems and to contribute to their solution.
  • Ability to build collaborative partnerships.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills: ability to represent the Department or Division effectively, to deliver speeches in public forums, and to conduct effective meetings with representatives of Member States and other stakeholders.

Education, Experience and Language Skills
  • PhD or equivalent advanced university degree in nuclear engineering, or related engineering science.
  • At least 15 years' experience in nuclear research and development, including at least five years of management experience associated with nuclear power planning, operations and advanced technologies at an executive/senior level.
  • Experience at international level.
  • Proven track record of excellent leadership and experience in managing staff and financial resources.
  • Excellent written and verbal ability in English. Good knowledge of other IAEA official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) desirable.

Remuneration
The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $89 129 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $62 479*, dependency benefits, diplomatic status, 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.