Radio Operators at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Radio Operator

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Main Responsibilities

• Independently operates all radio and satellite equipment for voice and data communication
• Independently facilitates radio and telecommunication contacts and permanent field follow-up according to internal guidelines
• Selects most efficient mean of communication (inside and outside ICRC), taking in account format electronic or paper), speed and price
• Operates all machines for Voice (Tel, VHF, HF) and satellite telephone and maintains daily radio and operations in the field mobile log
• Acts quickly in the event of an emergency and contact relevant managements to contain and help solve critical incidents maintain a detailed incident log for security reports
• Registers and treats incoming and outgoing information confidentially, rapidly and with accuracy

Required Qualifications

• 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
• No prior criminal conviction

Personal Attributes:

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

Application Closing Date
5th May, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application letter, curriculum vitae and contact details of three referees to: [email protected] clearly indicate “Radio Operator PoH" as the subject of your application

Note

• Applications intended for this role without this subject will not be treated
• Late application will not be considered
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• However, ICRC will not request for any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.