Application Deadline : 25 Jan 2013
Starting Date : 20 Feb 2013 (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)
Applications are required from the eligible candidates for the post of Common System Radio Operator at United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Job location is Osh, Kyrgyzstan and candidates please note that vacancy is for Kyrgyzstan nationals only. Fluency in English, Russian and Kyrgyz is required for the job. Duration of initial contract is of 6 months with possible extension and the expected duration of assignment is 1 year with possible extension.
Duties and Responsibilities :
• Makes sure the continuity of service of Radio Control Room under United Nations Department of Safety and Security in his/her duty;
• Uses ISECT in order to track UN official missions and if ISECT doesn`t work then RO processes the Security Clearances Requests and put it to the In country Travel or UN Visiting Missions as soon as UN Security Advisor signs the Security Clearance on behalf of UN DO, then sends granted Security Clearances to the requestor;
• Conducts radio checks according to Radio check list, maintains a record of such checks;
• Conducts regular and random Radio checks (by VHF, HF or the landline) with all UN Agencies, SMT Agencies and sub-offices throughout the country with regard to the current Security Situation in each region or district. After each Radio checks logbook is filled out by the incumbent;
• Conducts Radio checks with neighboring UNDSS Offices/UN Radio Rooms and reports to LSA and SA;
• Reports any emergencies or distress calls that occurred during his/her duty to LSA and SA;
• Provides first response in the event of an incident, liaising with and coordinating all necessary assistance from appropriate authorities – UN Physician, fire, police, militia, ambulance, EMERCOM etc.
• Monitors local press and internet media sources for relevant security incidents and issues effecting the UN & humanitarian community in the NC;
• Monitors the movement of all equipment and accessories in and out of the Communications Center. Ensures that the equipment under his/her control is in a good working condition at all times, notifying breakdowns immediately to the technicians. Maintains the Station Logs;
• Briefs Staff Members on the use and care of assigned communications equipment;
Education:
• Bachelor degree.
• Diploma/degree in Information System and/or Computer Science is desirable
Experience:
• 2 years of administrative or clerical or interpreting experience, preferably in international organizations.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
Knowledge and skills:
• Basic knowledge of radio communications and modern communications equipment would be an asset.
• Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions
Language Requirements:
• Fluency in English, Russian and Kyrgyz.
Application:
• Applications without UNDP Personal history form will not be considered. Please download P.11 form from http://www.undp.kg/en/operations/human-resources.
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