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UNECA Telecommunications Engineer Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs

UNECA Telecommunications Engineer Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs.

UNECA Ethiopia looking for “Telecommunications Engineer”.

Applicants with a degree in Advanced University Degree may apply on or before 28th Sept 2023.

Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN’s five regional commissions, ECA’s mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development. Made up of 54 member States, and playing a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA is well positioned to make unique contributions to address the Continent’s development challenges.

UNECA Telecommunications Engineer Jobs 2023

The UNECA has published a job vacancy announcement on 16th Aug 2023 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Telecommunications Engineer to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Recruiter United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
Position Telecommunications Engineer
Location Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Country Ethiopia
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification Advanced University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Seven years
Application Deadline 28th Sept 2023

UNECA Job Vacancy 2023

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

  • Plans and directs major systems projects of significant importance to the institution, or major components of these complex systems which typically impact critical operations and large or multiple user groups.
  • Provides expert advice on the management, operation and maintenance of complex communications systems to transport voice, data and image, including assessments for efficient bandwidth usage and growth; identifies the need for new systems (or modifications to existing systems) or responds to requests from users; develops plans for feasibility assessment, design, development and implementation, including project plans, schedules, time and cost estimates; provides plans for set-up and operation of communication infrastructure from “scratch” at local and wide area levels.
  • Develops plans for secured communication networks including use of encryption.
  • Develops technical specifications/cost proposals for procurement/contractual services, oversees the technical evaluation of bids and proposals received and monitors the procurement process; manages the contract service.
  • Manages telecommunications assets with respect to deployment, usage and redeployment.
  • Tracks and monitors communications projects’ progress against plan, requirements, quality measures, standard processes; liaises with users on all aspects and during all phases of development and implementation.
  • Actively provides professional leadership and work direction to communications team, and/or mentors and supervises the work of new/junior officers, contract staff, etc.
  • Develops, implements and monitors communication standards and guidelines.
  • Keeps abreast of developments in the field and determines the need for testing and evaluating new products and technologies; provides leadership on introducing technological changes; prepares various technical reports.
  • Develops and recommends strategies to address specific telecommunications, connectivity and related training needs of Headquarters or the missions.
  • Provides emergency communications capabilities in support of staff security, including providing a focal point for inter-agency emergency field security communications liaison.
  • Ensures effective coordination with other UN agencies in order to maximize possibilities of inter-agency collaboration in the field of telecommunications
  • Develops disaster recovery plans and ensures appropriate planning and training of those responsible.
  • Lead team members efforts to collect and analyze data and provides insight to identify trends or patterns for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. Ensures that everyone can discover, access, integrate and share the data they need.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Position in Organization:

  • Posting Title: TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER, P4
  • Job Code Title: TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER
  • Department/Office: Economic Commission for Africa
  • Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA
  • Posting Period: 15 August 2023 – 28 September 2023
  • Job Opening Number: 23-Telecommunications Technology-ECA-215631-R-Addis Ababa (G)
  • Staffing Exercise: N/A

Qualification & Experience:

  • Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in electronic, technical or communications engineering, technical science, computer technology or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
  • A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in electronic data transmission, network design, communications or related area is required
  • Proven acumen in financial responsibility, especially pertaining to administering and optimizing of budgets is desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience in IT Service Management (ITSM), reflecting a comprehensive understanding of how IT services align with organizational needs is desirable.
  • Hands-on experience in the deployment, customization, and daily operations of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) platforms is desirable.
  • Practical know-how in implementing, and overseeing cost recovery strategies for ICT services rendered, ensuring both financial responsibility and organizational sustainability are desirable.
  • A track record in producing and maintaining relevant and user-centric IT Service Catalogues is desirable.
  • Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

How to Apply UNECA Telecommunications Engineer Jobs 2023

Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.

Then to apply, go to https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=215631

The Closing Date: 28th Sept 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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