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Job Opening
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Posting Title: |
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Telecommunications Engineer, P3
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Job Code Title: |
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER
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Economic Commission for Africa
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ADDIS ABABA
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Posting Period: |
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12 April 2013-10 June 2013
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Job Opening number: |
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13-TEL-ECA-27094-R-ADDIS ABABA (R)
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N/A
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United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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Org. Setting and Reporting
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This post is located in the Information Technology and UMOJA Support Section (ITUSS) of the Public Information & Knowledge Management Division at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).
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Responsibilities
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Under the overall guidance of the Chief of the Information Technology and UMOJA Support Section (ITUSS) and the direct supervision of the Head of the Telecommunications Services Unit, the incumbent performs the following duties:
The Information Technology and UMOJA Support Section (ITUSS) is responsible, inter alia, for providing telecommunications services and support in seven countries i.e. the ECA headquarters in Addis Ababa; its five sub-regional offices (Morocco, Niger, Cameroon, Rwanda and Zambia), and the Institute for Economic Development and Planning (IDEP) in Senegal. The telecommunications services provided include telephone services and related billing using an Ericsson MX-ONE TSW PABX; a satellite network utilizing a 7.3M satellite earth station in Addis Ababa and 3.7M dish VSAT at the sub-regional offices; Microwave connections in Addis Ababa; an HF/VHF radio network; video conferencing over satellite connections to UNHQ, UNLB in Italy and the sub-regional offices; Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections over the Internet to sub-regional offices to support voice and data communications; facsimile services; and CISCO IP telephony.
Designs, installs tests and commissions various telecommunications systems such as local area networks, metro-area network, or country-wide or regional networks. Drafts specifications and standards for telecommunications equipment such as hubs, routers, switching systems, etc. Provides support for the development of technical specifications for procurement of equipment; evaluates vendor proposals, performs tests and recommends selection of telecommunications equipment. Establishes performance standards for telecommunications equipment and services and recommends corrective measures to improve service quality and operational performance. Provides planning support for rapid set-up and operation of communications infrastructure from “scratch” at local and wide area levels, including visiting regional sites for technical reconnaissance missions. Provides engineering services related to planning, implementation and maintenance of local and wide area telecommunications networks. Provides emergency communications capabilities in support of staff security, including providing a focal point for inter-agency emergency field security communications liaison. Collaborates with HR in the preparation of training modules and other training activities in all aspects of communications technology usage. Prepares and makes presentations on telecommunications networks and equipment to staff and other UN agencies. Identifies appropriate standards to procure communications equipment at the least cost and in the most expeditious manner. Ensures effective coordination with other UN agencies in order to maximize possibilities of inter-agency collaboration in the field of telecommunications. Supervises staff/technicians as required. Performs other related duties as required.
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Competencies
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•Professionalism: Knowledge of communication equipment with adequate skills for their installation and maintenance. Knowledge of operations of commercial telecommunications services, voice and data communications techniques, radio and satellite communication systems Ability to analyze telecommunication data and conduct reviews. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
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Education
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Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in electronic, technical or communications engineering, technical science, computer technology or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification and training in Project Management and ITIL are both considered added advantages.
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Work Experience
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A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in electronic data transmission, network design, communications or related area is required. The following experiences are all considered to be added advantages: a) experience in configuration, installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair in accordance with Intelsat SSOG testing procedures for C-Band and Ku-Band 1.8 to 7.3 Meter antenna satellite earth station systems, to include various types of Power Amplifiers, Modems, Up/Down Converters, Transceivers, Videoconferencing and other associated equipment; b) hands on experience with PABX systems handling both analog and digital communications; c) knowledge and experience with IP telephony: d) knowledge and experience with Unified Communications systems: and e) knowledge and experience with CISCO switching and routing systems.
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Languages
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English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English or French (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
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Assessment
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Shortlisted candidates will undergo a written examination test and competency based interviews.
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Special Notice
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- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
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United Nations Considerations
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The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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No Fee
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THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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