Jobs - 54294- Radio Operator - (Open to Filipino Nationals Only)

Radio Operator - (Open to Filipino Nationals Only)

Location :

Cotabato, PHILIPPINES

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

15-Mar-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-5

Duration of Initial Contract :

Six Months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Possible extension depending on performance and funding availability

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The Radio Operator (RO) works under the supervision of the Telecommunications Assistant (TCA)/Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO). This post is funded under a cost share arrangement, Inter-Agency Security Cost Shared Budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of TCA/FSCO Cotabato, the Radio Operator will carry out the following tasks:

Man the UN Radio Room and operate VHF, UHF and HF communication equipments;
Conduct daily search of local media for security incidents affecting humanitarian community;
Record security incidents on database;
Provide daily situation reports;
Conduct periodic radio checks and prepare report of compliance;
Track UN staff members travelling within the country;
Provide assistance through phone and or radio to staffmembers when needed;
Send emergency alerts through all available communication means when required;
Contact agency security focal points re matters affecting staff security;
Use UN premises paging system to broadcast evacuation procedures when needed;
Maintain in good order all radioroom equipments, gadgets, programs and files;
Issue radios to staff members;
Be amenable to extend working hours when required;
Be amenable to rotation of duties in Mindanao;
Be professional in handling confidential matters;
Performed other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Stress resistance and perseverance for the project planning and implementation/cooperation with UN agencies;
Patience, cultural sensitivity and customer orientation for the coordination with 20 UN Agencies Radio Operations issues;
Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends in case of emergency operations;
Dedication to the United Nations principles and demonstrated ability to work in harmony with person of different national and cultural background.

Functional/Technical Competencies:

Good knowledge of VHF Radios;
Advanced computer skills (MS Office/MS Excel/Powerpoint);
Good communications and interpersonal skills;
English proficient both written and oral.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Preferred graduate of any relevant technical training course (2 year program) or university degree

Experience:

At least two years of relevant experience;
Basic experience in LAN, Desktop hardware configuration troubleshoot/support is an advantage;
Previous working experience with a UN agency an asset.

Language requirements:

Fluency in the English and national language.

Other requirements:

NBI and Police Clearance;
Preferred Radio Operator’s License;
Ability and willingness to work in night shifts.

Note:

The selected candidate will receive a salary that is commensurate with his/her background and work experience. Interested applicants are requested to complete the UN Personal History Form (P.11), available in our websitehttp://www.ph.undp.org/content/philippines/en/home/operations/jobs/ on or before 15 March 2015. Kindly note that only completed P.11 forms will be reviewed. Please group all your documents into one (1) single PDF document as the system only allows to upload maximum one document. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.