Director (TC Divisions for Africa/Europe/Latin America and the Caribbean)(D1)

Director (TC Divisions for Africa/Europe/Latin America and the Caribbean)(D1) IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency Vienna International D-1, Director - Internationally recruited position level Speaks Chinese, Arabic, English, French, Russian, Spanish Application deadline: April 07, 2026 Closed Apply Summary by Impactpool The IAEA is seeking a Director for its Technical Cooperation (TC) Divisions covering Africa, Europe, and Latin America and the Caribbean. The Director will oversee the TC programme in the assigned region, ensuring alignment with Member States' developmental priorities and effective programme management. Responsibilities include providing strategic guidance, managing resources, fostering partnerships, and promoting staff development. The role requires collaboration with Member States and technical departments to implement results-based programmes and projects. Candidate Requirements: Advanced university degree in relevant field At least 15 years of experience in international cooperation 5 years in senior management or executive level Experience in programme and resource management Excellent command of English; knowledge of other IAEA languages is an asset This vacancy announcement is posted for multiple Director positions in the Department of Technical Cooperation (TC), namely TC Division for Africa, TC Division for Europe and TC Division for Latin America and the Caribbean IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant's location. Organizational Setting The Department of Technical Cooperation (TC) consists of the Office of the Deputy Director General, four regional Divisions (Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe and Latin America and the Caribbean), the Division of Programme Support and Coordination and the Division of the Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT). It provides strategic direction for the IAEA’s technical cooperation programme, and is responsible (in close collaboration with Member States) for the planning, formulation, implementation and monitoring of the programme. The Division for Latin America and the Caribbean is responsible for planning, programming, implementing and monitoring the IAEA’s technical cooperation programme in the region, in line with the IAEA Statute, and the guiding principles and policies on technical cooperation, and operational guidelines. The Division responds to developmental priorities in Member States through effective programme management, increased Member State engagement, partnership building and improved coordination in the region. Main Purpose Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director General, Head of the Department of Technical Cooperation, and in coordination and close consultation with IAEA Member States and technical departments, the Director is responsible for the TC programme in the assigned region, ensuring a results-based response to Member States' developmental priorities in the application of nuclear techniques. Role The Director is: 1) an adviser to the Deputy Director General on issues and trends impacting the TC programme in the assigned region; 2) a manager of the human and financial resources assigned to the Division, ensuring development of programmes responding to Member States' priority needs; 3) a leader providing strategic direction and motivating staff in the Division, promoting good performance and teamwork and creating an environment where staff can develop their skills and share knowledge and experience; 4) an advocate for the TC programme, building strategic partnerships and alliances with stakeholders at the regional and national level and demonstrating the IAEA's comparative advantage. Functions / Key Results Expected As a member of the TC management team, provide strategic guidance and vision for TC programme development and implementation, set and monitor programme results and performance standards. Lead and inspire the staff in the Division, promoting performance management and creating an environment where staff can develop their skills. Guide and direct the engagement of Member States and the formulation of strategic plans and policies for TC in the assigned region and ensure their incorporation into Country Programme Frameworks; advise the Deputy Director General on critical issues and trends impacting on TC in the assigned region. Ensure and guide the translation of TC strategies and policies into results-based programmes and projects which respond to Member States' development priorities. Facilitate cooperation with technical departments. Lead and provide strategic guidance in all phases of the programming cycle and oversee implementation performance; ensure adherence to organizational policies, strategies and quality standards. Leverage the financial resources of stakeholders including government cost sharing, bilateral donors, the private sector and other non-traditional partners through regional resource mobilization strategies. Build strategic partnerships and alliances at the regional and national level. Foster the preservation and growth of knowledge within the Division and among Member States. Competencies and Expertise Core Competencies (Competency Framework) Name Definition Planning and Organizing Sets clearly defined objectives for the Department/Division in line with the priorities of the Agency. Works toward Agency-wide efficiencies with a view to strengthening and harmonizing planning systems and capacities at the Departmental/Divisional level. Communication Promotes an environment of open communication within and outside of the Agency, ensuring that sensitive information is protected. Inspires staff at all levels through his/her communication. Achieving Results Sets the overall direction for the Departmental/Divisional goals, and promotes a results based management culture that focuses on the achievement of programme r