Associate Programme Officer (MTIT)(P2)

International Atomic Energy Agency; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A key international organization based in Vienna is seeking an Associate Programme Officer to support the implementation of ICT strategies. The role involves coordinating activities, conducting analyses, and supporting financial and program management. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree and have at least two years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and experience with ERP applications are critical. This position offers an opportunity to enhance ICT services in a global context.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of two years of experience in programme and resources planning, assessment and review, or a related field.
• Excellent computer skills in all common applications required for word processing, data analysis, graphs, and report preparation.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate activities between the Division’s Sections to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct analysis and draft reports for decision‑makers.
• Support the Director and Section Heads in tracking deadlines and deliverables.

Kenntnisse

Budget and Financial Management

Data and Information Analysis and Reporting

Discretion and Respect for Confidentiality

Informational and Workflow Management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in international relations, business administration, economics, or a related field

Tools

ERP applications (ORACLE)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description – Associate Programme Officer (MTIT) (P2) (2025/0536 (247736))

Job Posting

17 November 2025, 4:07:56 PM

Closing Date

8 December 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Duration

24 months

Contract Type

Fixed Term – Extrabudgetary

Full Competitive Recruitment

Yes

Organization

MTIT – Division of Information Technology

Organizational Setting

The Division of Information Technology provides support to the IAEA in the field of information and communication technology (ICT), including information systems for technical programmes and management. It is responsible for planning, developing and implementing an ICT strategy, for setting and enforcing common ICT standards throughout the Secretariat and for managing central ICT services. The IAEA’s ICT infrastructure comprises hardware and software platforms, and cloud and externally-hosted services. The Division has implemented an IT service management model based on ITIL and Prince2 best practices.

Main Purpose

The Associate Programme Officer (MTIT) works in the Office of the Director, reporting to the Chief Information Officer. The role coordinates activities between the Division’s Sections to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of implementation and administrative processes. The officer supports the Director and Section Heads in tracking deadlines and deliverables, develops and implements means to collect and monitor performance indicators, and conducts financial and budgetary analyses. They also assist in the coordination of the Division’s programme and budget and related reporting and monitoring activities, and support efforts to increase the effectiveness of collaboration and internal communication.

Role

The Associate Programme Officer is a collaborator and analyst, providing input and support as needed, and developing expertise in management, budget, and programme financial planning and implementation. They work as a team member, collaborating within the Division and with other departments and Offices.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Coordinate activities between the Division’s Sections to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of implementation and administrative processes, including official MTIT coordination groups (e.g., ITAG, IT Steering Committee).
• Conduct analysis and draft reports and other internal communications for decision‑makers on areas of strategic interest within MTIT for the Director or Section Heads.
• Coordinate and provide centralised support and facilitate various Divisional activities.
• Track deadlines, deliverables, and develop and implement means to collect and monitor performance indicators.
• Contribute to resource planning and budget implementation of the Division by monitoring and analysing the progress of programme and budget implementation across all awards and Sections.
• Identify and analyse financial challenges and make recommendations for resolving them.
• In close cooperation with the Office of the Deputy Director General MT, participate in the development of the Division’s programme and budget submission.
• Provide quality checks for all financial and resource planning data and other reports.
• Support the Division in quarterly reporting.

Communication & Results

Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner, listens to and understands others, and proposes solutions. Takes initiative to define realistic outputs, clarifies roles and expected results, evaluates performance realistically, and draws conclusions from lessons learned.

Teamwork & Planning

Actively contributes to achieving team results and supports team decisions. Plans and organizes own work to support the team or Section’s priorities, considers potential changes and proposes contingency plans.

Required Expertise

• Finance – Budget and Financial Management – Knowledge of budgetary concepts and financial analysis.
• Administrative Support – Data and Information Analysis and Reporting – Ability to analyse data and compile reports.
• Administrative Support – Discretion and Respect for Confidentiality – Proper judgement to assess confidentiality of information.
• Administrative Support – Informational and Workflow Management – Skills in the analysis of information flow and workflows.

Qualifications, Experience and Language Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in international relations, business administration, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in programme and resources planning, assessment and review, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the principles and applications of results‑based management and programme and project planning.
• Excellent computer skills in all common applications required for word processing, data analysis, graphs, and report preparation; knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications (ORACLE).
• Skills in problem analysis and information research.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Ability to follow up on tasks independently.
• Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other IAEA official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

EEO Statement

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in recruitment is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar characteristic.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and promotes a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate and subscribes to the core ethical values: Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• IAEA has a zero‑tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation Process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted, according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Evaluation may include an assessment exercise and a competency‑based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment Information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy; their maximum tour of service normally is seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for a shorter duration than indicated above.