Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.
Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the ICT operations Officer of the location, the Telecommunications Assistant will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:
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Install, commission, and maintain HF base and mobile transceivers; HF email systems; VHF and UHF base stations, repeaters, mobile, and handheld units; tetra systems; Digital Microwave Links including VSAT system.
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Erect antenna masts and install wide range of VHF/UHF and HF antennas.
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Assist in pre-planning VHF/UHF/HF network configuration; coordinate rigging requirements.
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Program transceivers installing appropriate frequencies and other pre-set technical parameters.
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Ensure UHF/VHF repeater interconnectivity for maximum coverage.
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Conduct HF field strength measurements and propagation tests; ascertain the best night/day frequencies; monitor frequency efficiency; advises the supervisor accordingly.
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Identify the source of any man-made radio interference; implement remedial action; recommend any changes of frequencies required; and advise the supervisor accordingly.
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Provide connectivity to telephony services.
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Install and maintain auxiliary/alternate power systems.
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Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor.
Technical/Vocational diploma
College Diploma or equivalent post-secondary education certificate
60 Months
at least 5 years working experience with computers
- English(Mandatory), Level – Fluent
- French(Optional), Level – Working Knowledge
IT architecture and IT project management, Telecommunications systems
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College Diploma or equivalent post-secondary education certificate.
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Fully proficient and familiar with Windows programs, especially Access, Word, Excel and other
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Must have at least 5 years working experience with computers.
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Prior Military or Police Communications Center experience would be an asset.
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Previous working knowledge with radio communications equipment desirable or.
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Valid driving license.
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Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of French is an advantage.
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Computer literacy, ability to manage and adopt new procedures.
Yes
Client Orientation, Communication, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams
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Application deadline: 21-04-2021
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