Associate Safeguards Information Analyst (State Declarations)

Job Posting Organization:
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an international organization that works to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons. Established in 1957, the IAEA has a mission to ensure that nuclear energy is used safely and securely, and it operates in over 180 countries. The organization employs thousands of staff members who are dedicated to various aspects of nuclear safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and safeguards, making it a key player in global nuclear governance.

Job Overview:
The Associate Safeguards Information Analyst (State Declarations) plays a crucial role in supporting the IAEA's mission by analyzing complex and sensitive information related to nuclear material accounting and Additional Protocol declarations. This position involves working closely with a team to identify discrepancies and follow up on issues from a State evaluation perspective. The analyst will be responsible for collecting, processing, and disseminating information related to nuclear safeguards, ensuring that the data is accurate and reliable. The role requires a deep understanding of the IAEA's safeguards processes and the ability to analyze and interpret data effectively. The analyst will also contribute to the development of new methodologies for data collection and analysis, enhancing the overall effectiveness of the safeguards system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acquire knowledge of the Declared Information Analysis Section's work by analyzing nuclear material accounting reports and Additional Protocol submissions for assigned States.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data from State reports and declarations to identify discrepancies or areas requiring follow-up actions.
• Reconcile analysis results with other related information to identify technical issues, information gaps, and areas for process improvement.
• Assist in designing, developing, and testing new data collection, analysis, and reporting methods, particularly for transferring analytical findings to the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Analysis Section.
• Provide suggestions for improving databases and software usage to optimize material balance evaluations.
• Draft guidance materials related to identified process improvements and promote knowledge sharing within the team.
• Stay updated on developments and current issues concerning international safeguards as they relate to State reporting and declarations.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in sciences such as physics, chemistry, nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of two years of relevant experience in nuclear material accounting, nuclear safeguards activities, nuclear research, or nuclear non-proliferation is required. Experience in information collection, processing, and analytical techniques is essential, and familiarity with complex databases is considered an asset. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to integrate information into structured reports.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field such as physics, chemistry, nuclear science, or nuclear engineering is mandatory for this position. This educational background provides the foundational knowledge necessary for understanding nuclear material accounting and safeguards processes.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in areas such as nuclear material accounting, nuclear safeguards activities, nuclear research, or nuclear non-proliferation. Candidates should have experience in information collection, processing, and analytical techniques, with a preference for those who have worked with complex databases.

Languages:
Excellent oral and written command of English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages, including Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish, is considered an asset and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package, including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $56,046, subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance. Additional benefits include a variable post adjustment, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses, and six weeks of annual leave. The IAEA is committed to gender equality and diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries. Staff members are international civil servants and must adhere to the highest ethical standards, with a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with the organization's objectives.