Within delegated authority, the Telecommunications Technician FS-4 will perform the following telecommunications specialties: Radio, Microwave Radio Systems, IP Telephony, Rigging, infrastructure, Satellite, Video-Teleconferencing and others. Radio: • Process work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; • Responsible for installation of, UHF and HF mobile, base stations and repeaters, rural telephone links, trunking radio systems, antennas and related equipment; programming and preventive maintenance of radios; • Assists in coordination with UN agencies and local authorities on matters related to radio frequencies/channels; • Assists in the mounting of antenna masts and install antennas; • Assists with the training of non-technical radio users on the operation of hand-held portable radios, mobile radios and base stations; • Performs other duties as required. Microwave: • Process work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; prepares and installs equipment necessary for microwave installations carries out programming and testing of the various digital microwave systems utilizing a wide range of specialized and complex test equipment; programs, tests, and pre-commissions new equipment in the workshop area prior to deployment; performs radio-link calibrationand path profile analysis; liaises with the Rigging Unit regarding the mounting of antennas and feeder lines on communications towers and masts; performs other duties as required. Telephony Systems • Actions work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; implements regular preventive maintenance for all equipment and accessories; • Installs, maintains and repairs a range of medium and capacity telephone devices, group switches, voice mail systems; encrypted voice and facsimile devices and associated base stations, and large self-contained cellular telephone systems; • Assists with the deployment, operation and maintenance of computerized telephone accounting and billing systems; operates and maintains the computerized telephone call logging and automated billing system; • Performs other duties as required. Satellite • Actions work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; • Install, operates and maintains satellite earth station antennas, ODE/IDE, associated shelters and foundations; • Commission, operates and maintains C, and Ku band satellite systems comprising of parabolic antennas of up to 9 meters, satellite modems, satellite transceivers, LNA, High Power Satellite Amplifiers (HPA and SSPA); • Commission, operates, maintains and train end-users on all portable satellite terminals; Liaises with UNHQ and UNGSC staff regarding initial installations, including frequency coordination for satellite communications; • Performs other duties as required. Rigging • Actions work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; • Assists with the construction and maintenance of communications towers and associated antenna systems; • Assists with the coordination in the construction of tower foundations and anchor points in compliance with manufacturers specifications and good industry practices; • Prepares tower hardware and accessories for construction and deployment; • Mount self-supporting and guyed communications towers to a height of 300 feet; • Installs antennas, transmission lines and accessories; • Performs routine and preventive maintenance; • Performs other duties as required. Infrastructure • Actions work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; • Assists with the blueprints, plans, construction and maintenance of communications cabling infrastructure for data and voice; • Assists with the construction of conduits, external trenching, and cabling; • Works with the telecommunication engineers to plan physical network layout, and the procurement and inventory of all hardware and cabling requirements for installations; • Assists other technical departments in the installation of switching equipment, main and sub-distribution frames, and the deployment of RF transmission lines and accessories as required; • Assists with the development of thorough documentation of system deployment, diagrams, infrastructure, and physical plant • Performs other duties as required. Video Conferencing • Actions work orders assigned by the Unit Supervisor; • Liaise with other units within the sections to install, operate and maintain video conferencing systems; • Assists with the setup and configuration of the terminal equipment for both terrestrial and satellite communications systems, for the various video conferencing applications; • Liaises with UNHQ and UNGSC, for the scheduling of VTC events, on-site setup, participation and troubleshooting in-mission VTC events; • Assists with the coordination setup of remote site VTC equipment as required; • Performs periodic preventive maintenance of all VTC related equipment; • Performs other duties as required. Common Duties: Other duties and responsibilities common to the specialties above include, but are not limited to: • Effects the installation of auxiliary equipment such as power supplies, solar power systems, UPS, Voltage Regulators, DC converters, and various protection and remote control systems; • Provides the supervisor with the specifications for the procurement of equipment, spares and supplies; • Ensures that all the required spare parts and supplies are in place so as to minimize downtimes; • Effects regularly schedules, preventive and corrective maintenance on all telecommunications installations and equipment; • Works with the asset management unit to maintain proper inventory records; • Assists with the receiving/inspection of newly acquired equipment; • Assists in providing in-house training for staff within the unit; • Performs other related duties as required unit.

• Professionalism: Knowledge of Telecommunication Technology. Good technical skills, ability to conduct network maintenance, provide support to physical and virtual server services, user support, implement and maintain Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity systems, and information systems security and control. 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. • Client Orientation: 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 and setbacks in projects; meets time line for delivery of products or services to clients. • 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.

High school or equivalent diploma is required.

Certificate/diploma of other supplemental academic qualifications or training in Information Systems and Technology are required. PRINCE2 Foundation and ITIL v4 Foundation certifications and other industry trainings and certifications are desirable.

At least eight (08) years of working experience in the planning and installation of complex telecommunications equipment, networks and systems, including at least three (3) years of experience at the international level is required. Related experience working in a United Nations common system field operation (inclusive of peacekeeping, political missions and UN agencies, funds, and programs) – or similar international organization or non-governmental organization – in a conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable. Experience in using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Enterprise Resource Processing (ERP) tools are desirable. Experience in acquisition processes, including raising shopping carts and technical evaluation, is desirable.

French and English are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required.

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. Qualified women that meet the requirements of this job opening are particularly encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration in accordance with the United Nations efforts to increase women participation in its workforce.

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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