Jobs - 63883- Radio Operator

Radio Operator

Location :

Jijiga, ETHIOPIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

28-Feb-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-2

Duration of Initial Contract :

12 Months with a possibilty of extension

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security Adviser (CSA), Security Adviser (SA) or the Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Radio Operator in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Transmit and receive formal radio messages from any Base or Mobile station as per the standard rules and regulations of International Telecommunication Union (ITU) procedure;
Handling personal conversation with mobiles and UN agencies sub-offices when permitted to do so by the Field Security Office (FSO);
Extensively follow-up every Mobile vehicle movement as per the standing rules and regulations of monitoring schedule of radio contact time base on the area, which the UN vehicles are traveling;
Accurately receive verbal and written messages and forward without any delay;
Receive any reports obtained through sat phone and regular telephone calls;
Properly operate the HF and VHF communication radios as per the International Radio Communication Procedure;
Monitoring the network Disciplines and Radio Procedures on the HF & VHF radios as a net control station and advice users to implement it as per the interest of FSO;
Properly logging every event on the designed formats of Daily Radio Call, control sheet & log any special event or report received from vehicles being tracked by the radio room or field offices;
Prepare and submit Daily Vehicle Movement Summary on a daily basis for FSO and Agencies focal points;
Properly file every Radio Messages & documents and telephone reports as per their types;
Train radio communication users how to use it and how to keep the proper radio communication procedure;
Perform any other task given by immediate supervisor.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’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;
Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of radio communication rules and regulations and skills in minor radio repair;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues.

Leadership and Self-Management:

Focuses on result for the client;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Completion of secondary school or comprehensive education.

Experience:

Candidates should have at least 4 years work experience as a Radio Operator and/or Communications Officer, ideally with an international organization or the navy.
Knowledge of satellite based communication systems would be useful. A working knowledge and understanding of the UN system and its telecommunications procedures and standards would be an advantage.

Language Requirements:

Good command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of local language of the position is necessary.

Other Skills and Requirements:

Knowledge of satellite based communication systems would be useful. A working knowledge and understanding of the UN system and its telecommunications procedures and standards would be an advantage;
Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);
Physically fit.