Closing Date: Saturday, 16 October 2010
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Chief, Engineering and Development Section, International Monitoring System Division, (IMS), to: Identify, plan and execute projects and provide software engineering solutions in support of the installation, testing, operation and maintenance of the IMS. This includes data acquisition, communications technology, computer networking applications, interface issues, data security/authentication, calibration, state-of-health monitoring, configuration management, incidents and problem management. Identify areas of potential improvements to the seismic, hydroacoustic, infrasound and radionuclide data acquisition software and make improvements as required. Identify software needs. Specify and write software project requirements and specifications. Select and define appropriate development tools and technologies and oversee the software development and lifecycle processes. Lead, participate and influence the software design and development process. Manage projects and coordinate multiple contractors, ensure proper software validation and testing procedures and manage software maintenance and evolution, ensuring software quality. Provide guidance and training. Perform other duties as assigned.
Under the supervision of the Chief, Engineering and Development Section, International Monitoring System Division, (IMS), to: Identify, plan and execute projects and provide software engineering solutions in support of the installation, testing, operation and maintenance of the IMS. This includes data acquisition, communications technology, computer networking applications, interface issues, data security/authentication, calibration, state-of-health monitoring, configuration management, incidents and problem management. Identify areas of potential improvements to the seismic, hydroacoustic, infrasound and radionuclide data acquisition software and make improvements as required. Identify software needs. Specify and write software project requirements and specifications. Select and define appropriate development tools and technologies and oversee the software development and lifecycle processes. Lead, participate and influence the software design and development process. Manage projects and coordinate multiple contractors, ensure proper software validation and testing procedures and manage software maintenance and evolution, ensuring software quality. Provide guidance and training. Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced university degree in computer science, engineering, geophysics, nuclear sciences or a related field with emphasis on scientific software management and development. At least seven years relevant working experience, at least two of which should have been in an international environment, in management and development of scientific software to process large volumes of data, using UNIX operating systems, C programming language and relational databases, especially Oracle. Experience in UNIX-based computer systems, TCP/IP networking, web applications and services, data authentication and public key infrastructure concepts. Experience in software life-cycle methodology is an advantage. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Working knowledge of one of the other official languages of the CTBTO Preparatory Commission is an asset.
Advanced university degree in computer science, engineering, geophysics, nuclear sciences or a related field with emphasis on scientific software management and development. At least seven years relevant working experience, at least two of which should have been in an international environment, in management and development of scientific software to process large volumes of data, using UNIX operating systems, C programming language and relational databases, especially Oracle. Experience in UNIX-based computer systems, TCP/IP networking, web applications and services, data authentication and public key infrastructure concepts. Experience in software life-cycle methodology is an advantage. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential. Working knowledge of one of the other official languages of the CTBTO Preparatory Commission is an asset.
COMPETENCIES:
Professionalism: Professional competencies in computer science, engineering, geophysics, nuclear sciences or related field of work; conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; able to work independently with minimum supervision; capable of preparing reports and papers on technical issues; proven analytical skills to arrive at sound conclusions when dealing with complex issues; ability to contribute to the development of policies and to interpret procedures and guidelines. Planning and Organizing: Ability to plan and organize work consistent with the strategic goals of the Section; to identify priority activities and assignments and to ensure the effective monitoring and implementation of work plans. Communication: Very good skills in communicating with people from different backgrounds. Teamwork: Very good interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment. Technological Awareness: Ability to keep abreast of developments and relevant technologies applicable to the profession. Client Orientation: Skillful in identifying clients� needs and establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Decision-making: Ability to make sound and timely decisions.
Professionalism: Professional competencies in computer science, engineering, geophysics, nuclear sciences or related field of work; conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; able to work independently with minimum supervision; capable of preparing reports and papers on technical issues; proven analytical skills to arrive at sound conclusions when dealing with complex issues; ability to contribute to the development of policies and to interpret procedures and guidelines. Planning and Organizing: Ability to plan and organize work consistent with the strategic goals of the Section; to identify priority activities and assignments and to ensure the effective monitoring and implementation of work plans. Communication: Very good skills in communicating with people from different backgrounds. Teamwork: Very good interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment. Technological Awareness: Ability to keep abreast of developments and relevant technologies applicable to the profession. Client Orientation: Skillful in identifying clients� needs and establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Decision-making: Ability to make sound and timely decisions.
REMUNERATION/CONTRACT:
Depending on professional background and experience, indicative tax-free annual net base salary (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$104,310 (without dependants) and US$112,016 (with dependants), subject to deductions of contributions to the CTBTO Provident Fund and Health Insurance Scheme. Additional benefits include, when applicable, dependency allowance, education grant for children, rental subsidy, six weeks vacation per year, home leave travel every two years. Initial contract for a fixed term of three years.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. When applying, please quote the vacancy announcement number and complete the CTBTO Personal History form. Applicants are particularly encouraged to submit a fully completed CTBTO Personal History Form (PHF). Should it be deemed necessary to submit a Curriculum Vitae instead, all pertinent information as required in the PHF must be provided therein. The CTBTO Preparatory Commission retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade in particular if the selected candidate has less than the qualifications required or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for a shorter duration than indicated above. The CTBTO Preparatory Commission reserves the right to undertake correspondence only with shortlisted candidates.
THE PREPARATORY COMMISSION FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE NUCLEAR-TEST-BAN TREATY ORGANIZATION IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY.
APPLICATIONS FROM QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE PARTICULARLY ENCOURAGED.
CTBTO Preparatory Commission
Personnel Section
Vienna International Centre
Room E0979
P.O. Box 1200
1400 Vienna
Tel: (43.1) 26030 6210
Fax: (43.1) 26030 5897
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