وظائف شاغرة TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Telecommunications Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

Asset Management:
– Assists in the receiving, inspecting and verification of all incoming ICT assets and supplies: issues equipment and enters the records in the asset control system
– Assists in the preparation of the scheduling of deliveries of equipment to users and coordinates returns of equipment to the warehouse
– Maintains and controls proper records for all expendable and non expendable assets using the organizations management system.
– Updates and administers asset database tracking the life cycle of all assets
– Monitors the physical inventory of stocked items on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of records and location of property.

Operations Support
– Performs Administrative duties as required
– Monitors accounts and payments to local vendors for services and equipment
– Assists with the coordination of translation/interpretation for the unit in coordination with supervisor, with leased line carrier and/or remote site technical support staff, service restoration during facility failures
– Maintains up to date work unit files, both paper and electronic on node and transmission facility performance including detailed reports of leased facility outages for outage rebate purposes as well as prepares and revises network diagrams and network documentation

Other duties and responsibilities
– Ensures that all the required spare parts and supplies are in place so as to minimize downtime of equipment
– Assists with the regularly scheduled and preventative maintenance of equipment
– Coordinates with the asset management unit regarding the upkeep of proper inventory records
– Assists and organizes the receiving/inspection of new equipment
– Assist in formulating technical training curriculum and the conduct of in house training programs for national staff and others within the unit
–       Performs other related duties as required

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of telecommunication equipment, principles of operations, including local area networks, radio and video surveillance systems, voice and messaging systems. Knowledge of  principles of analog and digital transmission.. Knowledge of  digital line driver operation. Ability to apply knowledge and technical skills to install and test relevant equipment, provide maintenance services and user support. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

A Lebanese driving license is required. Please attach a copy as part of your application.

Certification in other supplemental academic qualifications, Telecommunications and Information Systems is required. Please attach a copy of the certificates as part of your application.

Relevant training and experience in working at heights is desirable.

Relevant training or experience in the installation of data cabling is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in Telecommunications, information systems Network equipment installation and management, systems administration and maintenance, software applications, hardware installation, telephone installation, or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to one year for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or  higher.

Applicant is required to work in trenches and manholes during installation and maintenance of network and/or fiber cables. An acknowledgment of this requirement and any previous experience is mandatory.

Applicant is required to work at heights through either current accreditation to climb masts or be willing to undertake training to achieve the appropriate qualification. An acknowledgment of this requirement and any previous experience is mandatory.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Recruitment against this position is on a local basis; applicants in the General Service category shall meet the relevant employment requirements of the host country (Lebanon), including fulfilling visa or work permit stipulations. If you fulfill the visa and work permit
stipulations for Lebanon, please specify in your cover letter and attach a copy of your visa and work permit under ‘attachments” of your application in Inspira.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.