Head of Inspection Team Personnel Industry and Technology Advancement Unit

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• Ensure the successful coordination and implementation of INS Programme Objective 2 (Industry Inspections – Article VI), and actively support the implementation of INS Programme Objectives 1 and 3.
• Manage and supervise Inspection Team Leaders (ITLs) and Inspectors.
• Lead, coordinate, and coach inspectors in intra-divisional activities and projects aligned with divisional focus areas.
• Develop and maintain relevant technical capabilities, ensure continuous training of ITLs and inspectors, and keep abreast of technology advances and innovation.
• Ensure building capacities, and develop, support and foster Knowledge Management (KM) in INS that are relevant to current and future operations.
• INS ITP Training and distance learning programme.
• Under the guidance of the DOI, provide technical advice and support to other units of the TS.
• Under the supervision of the DOI, participate in HR-related processes within INS.
• Undertake any special duties and tasks as directed, via the DOI, by the DG.

• An advanced university degree in a STEM subject (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), in international relations, in public administration or in any other close related area from a recognised institution in addition to proven relevant working experience (minimum 10 years). A first-level university degree in combination with relevant qualifying working experience (minimum 12 years) may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

• Training in sustainable chemistry, responsible care, chemical safety and/or security, relevant related technologies and Artificial Intelligence, and/or other close related fields relevant to the CWC.
• Training in leadership, staff management, project management, quality management and assurance, business processes, results-based monitoring and evaluation system.

• A proven track record of successfully leading, managing, and mentoring multi-disciplinary teams.
• Leadership experience gained in a managerial, government, scientific or technical area.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a diverse professional audience (both verbal and written).
• A proven experience in project management, resource management.

• International and diverse experience, especially in the context of chemical industry or military chemical facilities, or experience with disarmament issues in the field of chemistry.
• Demonstrable experience of high-level negotiation in technical, public administration, military, or diplomatic environments.
• Experience in the implementation of KM projects and awareness and contribution to KM activities.
• Experience in knowledge transfer and mentoring of staff.
• Experience in development of national or international policy related to the chemical industry or chemical security.
• Health and Safety: strong background, culture, and commitment.
• Experience in fields related to the verification regime under Article VI of the CWC.
• Technology: experience with technical projects in areas related to developments in science and technology.

• Fluency in English is essential and a good working knowledge of one of the other official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is desirable.

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