Organization: CTG – Committed To Good
Location: South Sudan
Grade: Level not specified – Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
Communication and Public Information
Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
Children’s rights (health and protection)
Closing Date: 2024-05-18
Job description
CTG overview
CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.
Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
Visit www.ctg.org to find out more
Overview of position
CTG is looking to contract an experienced Broadcast Studio Technician for our operations in South Sudan.
Role objectives
Within delegated authority, the Broadcast Studio Technician will be responsible for performing the following duties:
Oversees & operates a diverse range of audio production equipment, including broadcast & production consoles, Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), computer assisted radio automation systems (RCS systems) & other studio equipment as required to enable the successful production & transmission of the United Nations (UN) radio program.
Records, mixes & edits interviews, features, discussions & other program materials such as public service announcements & station imaging.
Performs audio file format conversations for uploading to the internet.
Works with radio producers to determine, advise & achieve the desired effects for production & record, synchronize, mix or reproduce audio content for live transmissions, performance or pre recorded events.
Establishes & execute procedures for the operation & troubleshooting of studio & broadcast production facilities & equipment.
Ensure compliance with booking, scheduling & security policies of the radio broadcast & production studios.
Installs, operates & maintains a diverse range of broadcast technology equipment, including, broadcast consoles & other studio equipment, computer assisted radio automation systems, tools & software.
Perform other related duties as required.
Project reporting
This role reports to the line manager.
Key competencies
High school diploma or equivalent is required or a technical or vocational certificate in broadcast technology, telecommunications engineering or a related field required.
Fluency in spoken & written English is required.
Excellent hands on studio technician & problem solving skills, good knowledge of relevant broadcast technology policies, structure & strategy as it relates to area of assignment, proven analytical skills, ability to adapt & be innovative as new technology challenges arise.
Outstanding knowledge of the operating characteristics of a wide range of media & broadcast equipment used in all aspects of communications and public information, familiarity with current trends & developments in radio, internet & AoIP technologies.
Shows pride in work & in achievements, demonstrates professional competence & mastery of subject matter, is conscientious & efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines & 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 & ensuring the equal participation of women & men in all areas of work.
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities & assignments, adjusts priorities as required, uses time efficiently.
Keeps abreast of available technology, understands applicability & limitation of technology to the work of the office, actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology such as AoIP.
Experience in the following key systems & technologies:
RCS Broadcast software & Gselector.
Studer, Wheatstone Wheatnet, Telos Axia.
Comrex family of Audio-over-IP codecs – Bric Link, Access NX Portable, Access Multi-Rack.
Telos Vx Engine talk show phone systems.
Adobe Audition editing software.
Familiar with Dante, AES-67, SMPTE 2110-30 Digital audio protocols.
Team management
This role has no team management responsibility.
Further information
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.
Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.