The Strategic Upskilling & Resilience for the Future (SURF) Programme officially launched this week — and the strong turnout confirmed how deeply the IAEA community cares about supporting career transitions.

Key insights from the event:

  • Transitions are challenging, but with the right support, structure, and connections, they can become powerful opportunities for growth.
  • You are not alone — most IAEA staff will face a career transition at some point, and many have successfully navigated it with the help of peer networks.
  • While WiN IAEA cannot secure new positions, the SURF team has assembled a dedicated group of experienced career coaches to empower you to take control of your next steps.

If you are an IAEA professional staff member and a current WiN IAEA paying member nearing the end of your final contract within the next year, we invite you to connect with SURF for personalized guidance.
Please contact us at: WiN-IAEA.SURF@iaea.org

For more on professional development and networking opportunities, visit: https://win-iaea.org/