VACANCY: Telecoms Operator G4 Dadaab
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The UNHCR is seeking a Telecoms Operator (Grade G4) for its Dadaab sub-office, with applications due by October 12, 2015. Candidates must have completed secondary education, a certification in radio/telecommunications, and at least two years of relevant work experience. Applications are open to qualified Kenyans only, with a preference for female candidates, and must include a personal history form and copies of relevant documents.
VACANCY: Telecoms Operator G4 Dadaab
- 1. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) INTERNAL/EXTERAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Vacancy Notice No.: IVN/EVN/KEN/DDB/15/024 Title of Post Telecoms Operator Grade G4 Post Number 10008718 Date of Issue 29 September 2015 Location Sub Office Dadaab Closing Date 12 October 2015 OPERATIONAL CONTEXT Direct supervision and support are received from the Senior Administrative Assistant. The incumbent will also refer to technical manuals and UNHCR instructions concerning telecom operations. FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT - Distributes incoming cables, messages, and other communication in accordance with established instructions; - Ensures that all communications handed to him/her for transmission are properly prepared and authorized and promptly transmitted; - Selects the most efficient and economic means for the transmission of messages, taking into consideration the nature and priority of communications to be transmitted; - Maintains a station log where all occurrences related to the operation of the telecommunication equipment are entered; - Ensures that no unauthorised communications are exchanged on the network; - Ensures that all the equipment placed under his/her responsibility is maintained in good working condition; - Assists new staff members in the proper operation of telecommunication equipment; - May performs secretarial functions, such as handling paper work on routine, matters, arranges appointment/meetings both internally and externally, screening telephone calls, types a wide variety of materials from drafts, printed text, using a word processor. - May assist in making Travel arrangements. Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience - Completed Secondary Education with a training or Certificate in radio/telecommunications. - 2 years previous job experience - 2 years experience relevant to the function - English language is essential for the work of the post. - Another UN language and good knowledge of the local language an asset. - Desirable Qualifications & Competencies - Sound knowledge and practice of Secretarial functions - Good Communication skills
- 2. Competencies:- VALUES INTEGRITY PROFESSIONALISM RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY CORE COMPETENCIES CORE COMPETENCIES ACCOUNTABILITY TEAM WORK & COLLABORATION COMMUNICATION COMMITTMENT TO CONTINOUS LEARNING CLIENT & RESULTS ORIENTATION ORGANIZATIONAL AWARENESS Relevant cross function competencies as selected by the position manager will apply . CROSS – FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES ANALYTICAL THINKING INNOVATION & CREATIVITY TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS NEGOTIATION & CONFLICT RESOLUTION PLANNING & ORGANIZING POLICY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT POLITICAL AWARENESS STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT CHANGE CAPABILITY & ADAPTABILITY Submission of Applications This vacancy is open for qualified Kenyans ONLY. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. IMPORTANT Staff members who wish to be considered for this position should send their application letter to: The Human Resources Section, Nairobi and attach Personal History Form (P.11). Please quote Reference IVN/EVN/KEN/DDB/15/024. Late applications will not be considered. Please remember to submit photocopy/scanned copies of all supporting documents. Documents submitted shall not be returned to the applicants. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview. A test may also be administered. EXTERNAL CANDIDATES Candidates should also complete a Personal History form (P.11) available on the following link - http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc and attach it to their application for the position. Applications should be sent to postal address, P.O. Box 43801, 00100 or hand delivered to UNHCR Branch Office for Kenya, Lynwood House, Waiyaki Way (opposite Lions Place). Please quote Reference: IVN/EVN/KEN/DDB/15/024. Candidates should also submit copies of academic Certificates from the relevant institutions. Refugees – who cares? We Do.