The final logo and slogan for the 50th Anniversary of the RCA have been selected     In accordance with the approval of the 50th RCA General Conference Meeting, the RCA Regional Office prepared draft designs of the logo and slogan in consultation with th Special Task Force and circulated to the National RCA Representatives for their prioritization. In result, the above design was selected as the final logo and slogan for the Anniversary and will be used for the preparation of all related activities.   The final set of logo and slogan is also available on the RCA website (http://rcaro.org/50logo).

Vacancy Notice for the Post of the Director of the RCA Regional Office 1. Duty StationRCARO which is located in Daejeon, Republic of Korea and within the premises of the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI)2. Duration of AppointmentFull term is three years and extension of term is possible subject to the approval of a Meeting of National Representatives.3. Application Deadline15 March 20224. Roles and FunctionsThe roles and functions of the Director of the RCARO are as follows: a) To pro-actively seek out opportunities for the RCA to participate in projects being funded by major regional and international donors, including international agencies, in line with the RCA agreement and the RCA Medium Term Strategy,b) To negotiate and secure funding for RCA projects in line with the RCA Medium Term Strategy,c) To implement the directives of the RCA Government Parties as agreed by NRs,d) To promote the application of nuclear techniques to assist in addressing regional and national needs, ande) To provide enhanced visibility of the achievements of the RCA including in regional and international fora,f) To liaise on a regular basis with the RCA Focal Person.5. Qualifications of the Director of the RCAROEssential:a) Educational background and qualification in science/engineering/technology fields,b) More than 15 years of experience either in administration and policy planning or in advanced research and development activities, preferably nuclear related,c) Significant experience and knowledge of the workings of the RCA and of the IAEA,d) Good oral and written communication skills in English,e) Proven record of achievement related to the described assignments,f) Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills, andg) Knowledge in dealing with international organizations, in particular with regard to project design and development.Desirable:a) Knowledge of the organization, structure, financing, and administration of inter-national organizations, b) Computer literacy and ability to use effectively word processing and office automation equipment,c) Experience in presenting and marketing nuclear science and technology to non-specialists, in public relations and funding negotiations, andd) Sound background in the administration and management of a science and technology organization.6. Remunerations for the DirectorUnless otherwise provided for, the originating Government Party shall be responsible for the salary including the fringe benefits for the Director, based on its own guidelines.7. Privileges and ImmunitiesUnless there is a separate agreement on the privileges and immunities established between the host government of the RCA Regional Office and the originating government of the Director, the Director shall observe Korean laws and regulations including taxation. Unless otherwise agreed, the income tax will be compensated for from the budget of the RCA Regional Office. The Member States, particularly the host country, shall offer every possible support to the Director in the exercise of his/her functions. 8. Selection ProcessThe application shall be evaluated by the Selection Committee.9. Submission of ApplicationThe application should be submitted to the RCA Regional Office via email, fax or mail through the National RCA Representative by 15 March 2022. Additional documentary evidence may be requested later in support of the application.10. ContactFor further information, contact the Secretariat of the Selection Committee as below:RCA Regional OfficeTel: (+82-42)868- 8223Fax: (+82-42)864-1626Email: hkjeon@rcaro.orgWebsite: www.rcaro.org Address: (34057) Daedeok-daero 989-111, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, Republic of Korea

Research Coordination Meeting for RCA Research Project Phase II held on 13-14 Jan. 2022     The Research Coordination Meeting for the RCA Research Project on "Air Quality and Environmental Impact Assessment of Industrial Activities in Asian Region" was held on 13-14 January 2022 virtually. There were a total of sixteen (16) participants comprising Chief Scientific Investigators (CSIs) from eleven (11) RCA Government Parties; AUL, CPR, INS, MAL, MON, NEP, NZE, PAK, ROK, THA, VIE, Chair of the Research Review Committee, Technical Officer of the project and RCARO.   The objectives of the meetings were to review and assess the project progress made in 2021 based on the work plan and performance indicators, and to discuss issues and challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic as well as means to address them for successful implementation of the project. The Meeting also reviewed and refined detailed work plans for 2022-2023 at the national and regional levels.   All CSIs delivered the country presentations on their national research projects including the status of major facilities and human resources utilized for the project, results of the research activities undertaken in 2021 against the work plans and performance indicators of the project.