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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 Member State engagement, partnership building and improved coordination in the region, and also to contribute to increased Member State self-reliance 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 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.
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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.
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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.
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Partnerships |
The Programme Management Officer works with relevant departments in the IAEA and establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with development partners, Member State counterparts and service providers to increase awareness of the TC programme and to address emerging issues and facilitate programme delivery.
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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 in line with established programme policies and procedures, applying quality management standards and a results based approach.
- Assess progress and report on the 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 that 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 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 so as to contribute to increasing awareness of TC; contribute to resource mobilization activities, proposing projects requiring additional funding and identifying funding options.
- Contribute to knowledge documentation by proposing examples of best practices and success stories, as well as replicable strategies and approaches, and actively share and apply this knowledge.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
- Demonstrates the ability to analyse situations and problems, grasp the critical aspects and initiate workable solutions; makes timely and firm decisions based on sound judgement.
- Sets challenging goals for him/herself and maintains focus on the results; overcomes obstacles and challenges, prioritizing and adjusting the work accordingly; evaluates and takes responsibility for achieving results.
- Actively seeks opportunities to learn and keep job knowledge up to date; responds positively to new and challenging tasks; seeks and welcomes feedback and adjusts behaviour accordingly.
- Delivers oral and written information in a timely, clear and uncomplicated way; communicates openly; shares information and knowledge freely.
- Maintains positive working relationships with colleagues inside and outside the work unit and handles conflict situations with tact; contributes actively to the work of the team; takes account of diverse perspectives.
- Is committed to the IAEA's strategy and priorities and focuses effort and energy on achieving them; understands the position of other organizational units and works effectively across organizational and functional boundaries.
- Demonstrates openness and flexibility and responds positively to change; identifies areas where results could be improved and generates new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Focuses on results in programme/project design, monitoring and implementation; integrates new approaches and technical innovations in programmes and ensures the cost-effective use of funds.
- Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the different needs of Member States and applies programme tools and approaches to meet them; adopts a participatory approach to assessing needs and planning programmes.
- Designs programmes/projects that support the achievement of development goals and identifies sustainable approaches; promotes capacity-building measures in programme/project design and implementation.
- Develops and undertakes activities to enhance the visibility and impact of TC programmes/projects; develops messages for outreach and uses networks of partners to increase visibility.
- Possesses and applies knowledge of TC programmes, and of TC strategies and approaches, as well as relevant IAEA policies and procedures; keeps abreast of new developments in the area of his/her profession.
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Education, Experience and Language Skills |
- Advanced university degree in management, social sciences, science and technology, or international relations.
- At least 5 years of experience in the development and management of TC programmes, preferably in the nuclear field.
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English and Spanish. Working knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) desirable.
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Remuneration |
The Agency offers an attractive remuneration package
including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $53 629 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a
variable post adjustment
which currently amounts to US $33 062*, 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
Complete an Online Application
* Subject to change without notice
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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.
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