Associate Digital Printing Officer(P2)

Job title:

Associate Digital Printing Officer(P2)

Company

International Atomic Energy Agency

Job description

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 SettingThe Department of Management (MT) provides a ‘platform of services’ that serves as a foundation for the successful delivery of the IAEA’s scientific and technical programmes. Its mission statement is as follows: “MT is a partner and a business enabler that champions change and efficiency, leveraging a common purpose”. Thus, among other support activities, it assists a scientific manager in recruiting the right expert, helps a technical officer coordinate the purchase of radiation equipment, works with the press to help clarify the technically complex work of the IAEA, and ensures that all Board documents are translated and distributed on a timely basis to Member States.
One of the main functions assigned to the IAEA by its Statute is to foster the exchange of scientific and technical information and the dissemination of knowledge in the nuclear field among Member States. To facilitate the effective exchange and dissemination of information relevant to the IAEA’s work and mandate, the Division of Conference and Document Services coordinates and supports the implementation of these activities for its users and clients, both internal and external, by organizing meetings and conferences, issuing documents in the six official IAEA languages, i.e. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish, and editing, printing and distributing publications.
The IAEA has an extensive publishing programme, implemented by its Publishing Section, which produces a wide range of publications on nuclear related issues in both print and electronic formats. Inputs in the form of manuscripts of scientific/technical publications, advocacy items, electronic publishing requests and graphic design proposals originating from all parts of the house are handled by the Publishing Section.Main PurposeReporting to the Unit Head (Production), the Associate Digital Printing Officer is responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of the Digital Printing Group and ensuring that the Print Shop has the required technology, consumables, resource and storage in place to deliver the output required from the IAEA.RoleThe Associate Digital Printing Officer is a: (1) service provider, ensuring the timely, efficient and quality provision of the services offered by the Print Shop; (2) a driver of change- increasing the use of automation to ensure optimal workflows; (3) a problem solver- analysing and evaluating relevant information to achieve efficiencies and ensuring solutions provide maximum value for the Agency and (4) a quality control specialist- ensuring the quality of all printed matter meets the Agency’s highest quality standards.Functions / Key Results Expected

• Analyse and plan efficient and cost-effective procedures and staffing arrangements to ensure the timely printing of documents, publications and other materials and implement efficient business management methods.
• Provide oversight and guidance to the staff of the Digital Printing Group, coordinates the work of the team to meet the Agency’s expectations for productivity, quality, continuous improvement and goal accomplishment.
• Schedule and control production activities of teams
• Manage and run printing and related equipment such as the digital presses, paper folders, paper collators, paper cutters and perfect binders
• Print purchasing / negotiation, working with local and non-local suppliers to ensure high quality, timely delivery of multiple high frequency print jobs.
• Ensure all work -in-house and outsources complies with the relevant standards.
• Oversee and plan the regular maintenance of all production equipment and relevant IT software.
• Work closely with teams to ensure end to end process for digital products run smoothly, including trouble shooting and issue resolution. Monitor and manage inventory of supplies, orders and stocks supplies, as appropriate.
• Provide estimates and final invoices for printing activities as part of the cost recovery procedure for internal and external printing.
• Perform analysis and prepare regular statistics/reports on printing and services for Senior Management
• Take the lead in the development of the requests for proposal, prepare the terms of reference, and participate in the procurement process with the view to establishing rental and maintenance contracts and/or purchase of printing equipment, supplies and services and manage all contractual arrangements and associated support services.
• Keep abreast of new tools, technologies and trends in the printing industry with the aim to review the printing workflow and suggest adjustments as required
• Ensure that requirements and operating procedures established in the Environmental Management System are applied in the Print Shop

Competencies and ExpertiseCore Competencies Name Definition
Communication Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions.
Achieving Results 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 Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions.
Planning and Organizing 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 Name Definition
Client orientation Establishes effective relationships with clients to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure client satisfaction.
Knowledge sharing and learning Actively seeks opportunities to learn by formal and informal means; learns from others, adopting and sharing best practice.
Resilience Able to remain calm in emotionally charged situations. Accepts constructive feedback in a positive manner and is able to cope with setbacks.Required Expertise Function Name Expertise Description
Publishing Printing/Publishing In-depth knowledge and experience of printing methods and printing equipment
Publishing Printing and Pre-Press In-depth knowledge and experience of pre-press tasks
Publishing Quality Management Knowledge of meeting and ensuring quality management standards.
Publishing Scientific and technical publishing Knowledge of scientific and technical publishingQualifications, Experience and Language skills

• University degree in print production, book and media production, printing technology, digital print technologies or a related field. A combination of specialized training and four additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the university degree.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in a digital printing environment.
• Supervisory experience in a printing related operation would be an asset.
• Specialized training in printing is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written command of English and German. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

RemunerationThe IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $50377 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable which currently amounts to US $ 30176*, dependency benefits, , , and ; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, , and More information on the conditions of employment can be found at:General Information

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that 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. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values):

, and . * The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is 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 in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by 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

and their maximum tour of service shall normally be 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 shorter duration than indicated above.

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 02:26:58 GMT

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