Consultant - Business Analyst (NSNS)

Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA's nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency's activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.

The Division Of Nuclear Security (NSNS) Is Responsible, Upon Request, For Establishing, Coordinating And Implementing The IAEA's Nuclear Security Programme To Protect Against, Detect And Respond To Nuclear Security Events And Threats Thereof. NSNS Comprises Four Sections:

1. Information Management Section
2. Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section
3. Nuclear Security of Materials and Facilities Section
4. Programme Development and International Cooperation Section

The Information Management Section (INMA) is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the mechanisms required to collect, collate and analyse nuclear security related information required for the effective implementation of activities to strengthen the international nuclear security framework. The Section is responsible for managing and maintaining the Incident and Trafficking Database and related information, as well as the system to develop and coordinate the implementation of Integrated Nuclear Security Support Plans. For this purpose, it liaises with other international organizations and Member States to enhance cooperation in and increase the outreach of nuclear security information. The Section is also responsible for managing and maintaining the information technology systems necessary for implementing the work of the Division and providing for information exchange through internal and external information portals. Additionally, the Section is responsible for managing and implementing the programme of activities for raising States' awareness of the threat of cyber-attacks, and their potential impact on nuclear security. The Section is also responsible for implementing arrangements to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Main Purpose

The Purpose Of The Consultancy Assignment Is To Provide Technical Expertise To The NSNS Information Technology (IT)-team By Contributing As a Team Member To:

1. define requirements, support the design and deployment of new tools, and maintain existing systems to enhance functionality, efficiency, and user engagement.
2. facilitate the integration of AI and machine learning capabilities into the Division's processes and systems, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and data management goals.
3. act as a liaison between stakeholders to improve business processes, ensure effective adoption of IT solutions through user acceptance testing and training, and create comprehensive documentation and training resources to support user adoption and operational continuity.

Functions / Key Results Expected

To fulfil this role the consultant will be required to:

1. deliver detailed documentation of business processes and optimized workflows to support the integration of AI and machine learning into NSNS operations.
2. develop comprehensive software and system requirement documents, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and stakeholder needs.
3. conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and provide reports to validate the functionality and effectiveness of implemented IT solutions.
4. prepare user manuals, training guides, and operational IT tools, ensuring successful adoption and ongoing maintenance of systems to enhance result-based management.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Required -

Skills And Expertise

• Software Analysis
• Project Management
• Information Analytics Capabilities and Modelling
• Correspondence and Written Communication

Assets -

Skills And Expertise

• Concepts and solutions for data processing

Qualifications And Experience

• University degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst, preferably with exposure to AI and data-focused initiatives.
• CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) or similar professional certification an asset.
• Proficiency in SQL and Power BI or similar analytics tools.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of other official AEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) an asset.

Remuneration

The remuneration for this consultancy is a daily fee of up to a maximum of € 300, based on qualifications and experience. In case duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.

Organization

NSNS-Information Management Section

Primary Location

Austria-Vienna-Vienna-IAEA Headquarters

Job Posting

2025-04-23, 12:32:55 PM

Closing Date

2025-05-07, 9:59:00 PM

Duration in Months

12

Contract Type

Special Service Agreement - SSA

Full Competitive Recruitment

No