Head of Inspection Team Personnel Industry and Technology Advancement Unit

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The Industry and Technology Advancement Unit (ITA) is the unit within the Inspection Team Personnel sub-programme in the Inspectorate Division (INS) that is responsible for the Division’s technical activities related to the conduct of industry inspections under Article VI of the CWC and maintenance of technical qualifications of the pool of inspectors to be deployed to all types of missions, as well as other operations and international cooperation activities.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Inspectorate (DOI), the Head of Inspector Team Personnel (ITP) – Industry and Technology Advancement Unit (HITP/ITA) is responsible for the INS’ technical activities related to the conduct of industry inspections under Article VI of the CWC and maintenance of technical qualifications of the pool of inspectors to be deployed to all types of missions, as well as other operations and international cooperation activities. The HITP/ITA shall support additional projects and programmes at Headquarters (HQ), as assigned by the DOI, and in accordance with the needs of the Technical Secretariat (TS).

Main Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications and Experience:
Education Essential:

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.

Desirable:

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.

Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

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.

Desirable:

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.

Languages:

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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