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JPO - Associate Ethics Officer (P2)

Position ID: DG202001-P2
Position and Grade: Associate Ethics Officer (P2)
Organizational Unit: Ethics Function
Duty Station: Vienna, Austria
Type/Duration of Appointment: FT – JPO, 1 year with a possible extension of 1 additional year

Organizational Setting
The IAEA Ethics function, which reports directly to the Director General was established to assist the Director General in ensuring that all staff observe and perform their functions consistent with the highest standards of integrity by fostering a culture of ethics, transparency and accountability. The Chief of Ethics is responsible for the IAEA Ethics function.

Main Purpose
The Associate Ethics Officer (JPO) works collaboratively with the Chief of Ethics, carrying out research and drafts in the field of ethics, including with regard to application of the Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service to specific circumstances, as well as benchmarking and developing communication materials to raise awareness on the work of the IAEA Ethics function.

Role
The Associate Ethics Officer (JPO) is an analyst and researcher regarding practices and trends in training, communications and awareness-raising, as well as in applying standards of conduct and addressing conflicts of interest across international organizations and in national civil service. Partnerships The Associate Ethics Officer (JPO) participates in meetings as necessary, including with the main stakeholders for the work of the Ethics function – the Office of Legal Affairs, the Office of Internal Oversight Services, and the Division of Human Resources. She/he also may discuss background information of issues with other IAEA staff as required and appropriate.

Functions / Key Results Expected
  • Carry out in-depth research regarding practices and trends in training, communications and awareness-raising, as well as applying standards of conduct and addressing conflicts of interest across international organizations and in national civil service;
  • Provide initial drafts of guidance and communication materials on topics related to the work of the Ethics function, including conflicts of interest and protection against retaliation;
  • Assist with the management and enhancement of the Ethics intranet;
  • Support in development and delivery of innovative awareness-raising and training programmes.

Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies
  • Communication (Individual Contributor): Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen and understand the perspective of others and proposes solutions.
  • Achieving Results (Individual Contributor): Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.
  • Teamwork (Individual Contributor): Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.
  • Planning and Organizing (Individual Contributor): Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans.

Functional Competencies
  • Analytical Thinking (Associate): Gathers and analyses information, identifying critical relationships and patterns among data and proposes workable solutions
  • Knowledge Sharing and Learning (Associate): Actively seeks opportunities to learn by formal and informal means; learns from others, adopting and sharing best practice.
  • Technical/Scientific Credibility (Associate): Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable.
  • Client Orientation (Associate) Establishes effective relationships with clients to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure client satisfaction.

Expertise
  • International Law: The candidate must have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas of law: international law, administrative law, contract law and nuclear law. Administrative Law: The candidate must have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas of law: international law, administrative law, contract law and nuclear law.
  • Contract Law: The candidate must have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas of law: international law, administrative law, contract law and nuclear law.
  • Nuclear Law: The candidate must have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas of law: international law, administrative law, contract law and nuclear law.

Education, Experience and Language Skills
  • University degree in law, compliance or related field with good academic record.
  • Excellent IT skills.
  • At least two years of relevant experience in law, oversight or human resources.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another official IAEA language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an advantage.