Noble Gas Techniques Consultant (P-4)

Job title:

Noble Gas Techniques Consultant (P-4)

Company

CTBTO

Job description

VA ID: 2226
Grade Level: P-4
Division: On-Site Inspection Division
Section: Equipment and Implementation Section
Unit:
Type of Appointment:
Date of Issuance: 19 February 2025
Deadline for Applications: 26 February 2025Vacancy Reference VACOSI-2226-2025
Reporting Date: As soon as possiblePlease note that all candidates should adhere to CTBTO Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity.Qualified female applicants and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.A roster of suitable candidates may be established for similar positions at the same level as a result of this selection process for a period of two (2) years.Organizational BackgroundThe Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization with its headquarters in Vienna, Austria is the international organization setting up the global verification system foreseen under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), which is the treaty banning any nuclear-weapon-test explosion or any other nuclear explosion. The Treaty provides for a global verification regime, including a network of 337 facilities worldwide, a communications system, an international data centre and on-site inspections to monitor compliance.Organizational SettingThis position is located in the Equipment and Implementation Section, On-Site Inspection Division (OSI).Reporting LinesUnder the supervision of the Chief, Equipment and Implementation Section, to:Duties and ResponsibilitiesBe responsible for the development, maintenance, testing, functionality checks and procurement of OSI equipment related to noble gas techniques, and act as the OSI/EP point of contact with other Divisions and with suppliers on such topics;Oversee the technical progress of the new project on the Design, Construction and Delivery of a Prototype Argon-37 Processing and Measurement System for OSI (Ar-37 project);Ensure completeness of entries in the equipment and instrumentation management system for OSI (EIMO) regarding noble gas techniques and ensure availability and readiness of this equipment, as necessary, for use during planned OSI testing, familiarisation, training and exercise activities in 2025;Implement the noble gas related lessons identified during the 2024 OSI Build-Up Exercise;Review and finalize the drafting of noble gas related Quality Management System (QMS) documents in order for those documents to be approved prior to the conduct of the next IFE.Assist in the design, preparation and conduct of OSI/EP activities in general;Perform other duties as assigned.Education

• Advanced university degree in nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, physics or a related field.

Work Experience and QualificationsAt least seven (7) years of relevant working experience in planning, conducting and quality control of noble gas measurements and in the maintenance of noble gas sampling and detection equipment, preferably
in an international environment.Familiarity with hardware and software related to acquisition and analysis of noble gas samples is essential.Understanding of the CTBT and the provisions on OSI is an asset.Hands-on experience on current OSI noble gas equipment, systems and procedures is an asset.Languages

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential;
• Knowledge of other official CTBTO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is desirable.

Competencies

• Professionalism – Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations;
• Communication – Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from other and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;
• Planning and organizing – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
• Team work – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;
• Accountability – Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable;
• Creativity – Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches;
• Client orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress and setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients;
• Commitment to continuous learning – Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve;
• Technological Awareness – Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology.

RemunerationCTBTO offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission. For more information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, see link: https://onehr.un.org/salary-survey/#/salary_scale.Duration of contractThis consultancy assignment is limited to a maximum period of 130 working days until 31 December 2025.Additional Information

• All applications must be submitted through the CTBTO e-Recruitment system before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.
• Incomplete applications and submission of employment history in formats other than the CTBTO Employment Information Form will not be considered
• The CTBTO Preparatory Commission retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy; to make an appointment at a lower grade in particular if the candidate has less than the qualifications required; to make an appointment with a modified job description, or to offer a contract term for a shorter duration than indicated in the vacancy announcement.
• Please note that the CTBTO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.
• The CTBTO reserves the right to undertake correspondence only with shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process.

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 23:04:42 GMT

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