Radio Operator (Jos) at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Location: Jos, Plateau

Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager, the Radio Operator operates the ICRC’s telecommunications equipment.
• He maintains radio contact and telecommunications between sites, vehicles and people so that the delegation can follow field movements in accordance with its programme and with security rules.

Main Duties

• Operates all types of radio (VHF, HF) including phone/satellite equipment for voice and data communication
• Maintains daily radio and operations in the field mobile log
• Facilitates radio and telecommunication contacts and maintains a permanent field follow-up according to internal guidelines
• Respects international and national radio procedures when contacting other stations
• Immediately shares with management any information that can affect the operational activities of the ICRC.
• Registers and treat incoming and outgoing information, confidentially, rapidly and with accuracy
• Is responsible for ensuring that the correct languages are used when working with all types of radios
• Selects the most efficient means of communication (inside and outside the ICRC) considering speed and cost
• Conducts radio checks as requested by management
• Keeps record and tracks of satellite equipment, portable radios and other equipment in the Radio Room and ensures that they are constantly in good working condition
• Is responsible for HF/VHF radios and satellite phones and issues them to field officers when needed
• Examines and operates new equipment prior to installation in order to ensure that it performs properly
• Reports all faults or irregularities relating to the efficient functioning of the Radio Room and/or the equipment to the Radio Operator Supervisor or the ICT Department
• Consistently goes through the daily staff location template daily and promptly reports omissions or inconsistencies to the Radio Operator Supervisor for corrective action.
• Maintains a good mastery of the geographically assigned environment

Education and Experience Required

• Minimum of Secondary education
• Diploma in ICT or Electronic, additional vocational training in electronics, telecommunication, IT or similar field will be an asset
• Experience in communications/Radio operations within NGO’s or similar function preferably with an international organization
• Very good command of written and spoken English.
• Very good knowledge of Windows based computers
• Good knowledge of radio (HF & VHF) technology and satellite communication
• Excellent knowledge of the geographically assigned environment Basic mechanical skills

Desired profile and Skills:

• Capable and motivated to continuously update one-self on latest developments.
• Strong sense of responsibility and autonomy with good organizational skills