Bookbinder/Printing Technician (G-4)

Position and Grade:	Bookbinder/Printing Technician (G-4)
Organizational Unit:	Production Unit Publishing Section Division of Conference and Document Services Department of Management
Duty Station:	Vienna, Austria
Issue Date:	21 March 2014
Application Deadline:	17 April 2014
Type of Appointment:	Either a Fixed-term appointment (if the candidate already holds a Fixed-term appointment) or Temporary-assistance appointment (in all other cases) may be offered, both subject to a probationary period of 1 year
CCOG codes:	3.I

Organizational Setting

The 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 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 Purpose

As a member of a team, and under the guidance and supervision of the Supervisor of the Digital Printing Group, the Bookbinder/Printing Technician contributes to the efficient and effective operation of the print shop, producing a wide range of diverse printing products by operating digital printing and bookbinding equipment as well as carrying out traditional manual bookbinding and finishing operations and performing quality control of final products.

Working Relationships

The Bookbinder/Printing Technician interacts with the Supervisor and other colleagues of the Digital Printing Group to obtain or clarify information on the binding/printing jobs to be performed, specific requirements to be observed and deadlines to be met. He/she also interacts directly with technicians from the vendor companies to discuss printing and/or bookbinding equipment related issues when necessary.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Program and calibrate state-of-the-art digital bookbinding systems, adjusting the equipment settings to the technical specifications provided with each job, taking into consideration paper thickness, room humidity conditions, type of glue, colours, creasing of the paper, etc., or the need to use of several machines (e.g. for colour and black-and-white printing) for the same publication. Operate and maintain bookbinding machines, ensuring the quality of the advance copies before launching the full run of the edition. Calibrate, operate and maintain traditional bookbinding systems according to the technical specifications provided with each printing job. Calibrate, operate and maintain state-of-the-art guillotines and other cutting equipment adapting to the grammage, grain direction and behaviour of different types of paper to avoid curling and/or other unwanted resulting effects. Calibrate, operate and maintain state-of-the-art as well as traditional folding, collating, stitching, perfect binding and booklet making equipment. Perform quality control to ensure that final products are properly bound and finished. Perform other relevant automated or manual bookbinding tasks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Good working knowledge and of printing and binding practices and procedures and proven skills in calibrating and operating specialized printing, bookbinding and cutting equipment. Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to take decisions on the technical aspects of a given job and to carry out maintenance work independently. Proven ability to deal with a large volume of work under time pressure, set priorities, show initiative, organize work independently, meet deadlines and adapt to constantly changing demands. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with colleagues, counterparts and technicians from outside companies to work harmoniously in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team with respect and sensitivity for diversity.

Education, Experience and Language Skills

Completed secondary education with specialized training in operating traditional and digital bookbinding and printing equipment. A minimum of four years of relevant working experience in operating digital binding and printing systems, preferably in an international environment. Good command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of German would be an advantage. Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) desirable.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at €36 261 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks' annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance.

How to Apply

Internal and external applicants need to complete an IAEA Personal History Form. Internal applicants are required to apply online at https://personnel.iaea.org. External applicants are required to apply online athttp://recruitment.iaea.org. You can find more information about employment opportunities and working at the IAEA at http://www.iaea.org/About/Jobs. No e-mail or hard-copy application will be accepted. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. Applications received after the application deadline will not be considered. Applicants who do not comply with the aforementioned application guidelines or do not meet the essential requirements specified in this Vacancy Notice will not be considered. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report. Recruitment will be on a LOCAL BASIS only.Outside applicants are required to supply to the IAEA or to authorize it to seek all information relevant to their suitability for employment by the IAEA. Testing may be part of the recruitment process.

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): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity. Staff members may be assigned to any location. 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.