Organization: UNDP – United Nations Development Programme
Location: Shire | Jijiga | Mekelle | Semera | Addis Ababa | Bahir Dar | Gambella
Grade: Administrative support – NPSA-3, National Personnel Services Agreement
Occupational Groups:
Logistics
Communication and Public Information
Closing Date: 2024-11-21
Background
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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.
Job Purpose and Organizational Context
UNDSS Ethiopia operates Security Operation Centers (SOC) throughout Ethiopia and provides 24/7 communication coverage and support to all UNSMS personnel in Ethiopia. The overall mandate of the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is to provide leadership, operational support and oversight of the security management system to enable the safest and most efficient conduct of the Programmes and activities of the United Nations System.
The communication system in UNDSS Ethiopia is comprised of a total of thirteen (13) Security Operation Centers (SOC) which operate in each security area, providing communication to UN Agencies, Funds, and Programs (AFPs).
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Chief Security Adviser, the Radio Operator shall provide operations of the UNDSS communication system.
S/he will work in close collaboration with the FSCO and/or FSA and UN staff, UNDP Ethiopia Country Office and UNDP HQ, government and development partners as required to facilitate information exchange and ensure effective service delivery. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
Transmits and receives messages through VHF and HF radio, telephone, fax, satellite, arranges radio conferences, selecting the most efficient and economic means for the transmission, taking into consideration the nature and priority of communications to be transmitted. Upon receipt of notifications of security and/or safety incidents, radio operators inform the respective organization so that the appropriate support can be provided.
Conducts radio checks with UN staff members and wardens and maintains a station log where all occurrences related to the operation of the UN System Communication Centre are entered. Information about every movement of UN staff members and UN vehicles in the field is also entered in the log.
Transmits security information to update UN staff in the field on the development of the current security/emergency situation in the areas where they operate.
Monitors the usage of the communication system to ensure that it is being utilized in accordance with established SOPs; guides personnel on appropriate behavior when using the communication system and verifies the operational status of the communication system.
Conducts personnel headcount in accordance with instructions from the Designated Official, Area Security Coordinator, or Senior Security personnel, in accordance with established SOPs.
Conduct liaison with other UN inter-agency SOCs in the region and maintain contact information databases such as call signs, sell calls, email, and telephone numbers.
Perform other related duties as required by SOC supervisors, FSAs, FSCOs, or other Senior Security Personnel.
Competencies
Core competency
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is a pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Direction & Strategy: Strategic Thinking
Ability to develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP’s objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, potential risks and opportunities; linking the vision to reality on the ground, and creating tangible solutions
Ability to leverage learning from a variety of sources to anticipate and respond to future trends; to demonstrate foresight in order to model what future developments and possible ways forward look like for UNDP
Business Development: Integration within the UN – Ability to identify, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations
Business Management: Communication
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience
Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Communications: Crisis and reputational risk – Ability to prepare for and respond to potential issues that may negatively impact UNDP’s reputation.
Security Services: Security information management – Analytical capabilities to process diverse security information and develop recommendations
Security Services: Security incident management & monitoring – Ability to provide adequate response to security incidents/events
Security Services: Security crisis management & response – Knowledge of crisis management and response arrangements as well as the ability to prepare for, respond to, support/manage security crisis events.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary education
Experience:
3 Years experience in radio communications i.e. vhf/hf/uhf
Knowledge of computer applications (MS Office & internet)
Language:
Fluency in English and Amharic with effective written and oral communication skills
Application Instruction
It is mandatory to mention the duty station you are applying for on your Cover Letter.
Disclaimer
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Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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