Background

Common Services Radio Operator (REF: 2015/UN/RO)

The United Nations System in Gaziantep seeks 2 candidates for the position of Common Services Radio Operator, responsible for supporting the United Nations Emergency Communications System, UN Mission Tracking and all voice and data communications associated with the implementation of safety and security for UN personnel in Eastern, South-eastern and Mediterranean Regions. The incumbent will also be responsible for assisting in the provision of administrative services. (Turkish Nationals Only)

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A letter of interest, UN Personal History Form (P11) filled in English and CV indicating proper reference code should be sent to the following address no later than 30 March 2015, 17:30 hrs.

United Nations Department of Safety and Security

REF: 2015/UN/RO
Birlik Mah, Katar Cad. No: 11, 06610, Cankaya, Ankara

No e-mail or fax applications will be accepted.
No phone inquiries will be accepted.
Short listed candidates will be contacted only.

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Field Security Coordinator, the Common Services Radio Operator monitor and support the Emergency Communications System, UN Mission Tracking and all voice and data communications associated with the implementation of safety and security for UN personnel in ASC Southeast Region. The incumbents also assist in the provision of administrative services.

Common Services Radio Operator work in close collaboration with UN House Ankara Radio operators and also field offices, and missions in the ASC Southeast Region. Significantly, Common Services Radio Operator are responsible for reporting and communications with the agencies located in Eastern, South-eastern and Mediterranean Regions. Common Services Radio Operators operate with working shift per SOP at UN House in Gaziantep. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Communication System Support

• Supports radio communications between United Nations agencies, ensuring Emergency Communications System in Eastern, South-eastern and Mediterranean Regions is functional at all times.

• Performs daily/weekly HF and UHF radio checks with UN agencies located in ASC Southeast Region.

• Responsible for voice and data traffic to and from the Radio Room.

• The Radio Operator monitor HF and UHF radio communications and keep track of UN staff and vehicle movements.

• Provides support to users of practical radio equipment operating guidance before and during missions to increase communications effectiveness.

• Maintains a radio log, checks all radio UHF repeater bases and /HF bases, and registers all mobile radio network coverage in the field.

• Manages movement control. Maintains necessary details on itineraries and location of all UN staff travelling on mission.

• Ensures that the ECS in the Eastern, South-eastern and Mediterranean Regions is compliant with Country Minimum Operating Security Standards with respect to telecommunication, radio equipment and satellite phones.

• Maintains and updates radio call signs, contact details and other related security information and works in collaboration with Common Services Radio Room in Ankara.

• Assists with and provides technical guidance on maintenance and repair of communications equipment in Eastern, South-eastern and Mediterranean Regions.

Information Management Services

• Inform UNDSS immediately of any incident/accident received via the communication network and accurately identify exact location/grid references of all incident/accidents.

• Ensures GPS coordinates of all UN premises and staff residence addresses are up-to-date.

• Maintains and monitors the Geographical Information System.

Administrative Support Services

• Performs other additional duties as assigned by the ASC and UNDSS.

The key results have a direct impact on the timely and effective implementation of UN security support at the Regional level through the efficient communication of information and instructions, particularly during emergencies. 

• The functions and associated key results ensure UN Security Management System policy compliance and support operational capacities in all programme areas in the East, Southeast and Mediterranean Regions. 

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

•          Demonstrates commitment to UN’s mission, vision and values.
•          Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning

•          Shares knowledge and experience.
•          Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

•          Ability to perform effective radio checks.
•          Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work. 
•          Good knowledge of administrative rules and regulations.
•          Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel and Power-point).

Leadership and Self-Management

•          Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
•          Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
•          Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure.

Required Skills and Experience