Security Operations Assistant, G6 at United Nations

Responsibilities

• Supervise Operational Staff at the UN Security Operations Center on operational matters pertaining to the UN Security Communications System (SCS) and ensure technical support is accorded to the Kenya UN ICT-Working Group.
• Manage a Country wide call sign & Selcall allocation system and give guidance on the UN standard configuration/ programming of security telecommunications equipment and services for the supported agencies.
• Installation and repair of communications equipment and providing technical support to UN organizations for the implementation of Minimum-Security Standards (MISTs) and Emergency Communication Systems (SCS), Install and programme Very High Frequency (VHF) and High Frequency mobile communications equipment and repeaters (VHF), Maintain all telecommunications equipment for UN organizations.
• Render technical advice and support on the wide frequency usage, control, licensing and management over Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF) & High Frequency (HF).
• Provide Security Communications training and orientation to new, and refresher for other users and operators on radio handling, satellite mobile service, Vehicle Tracking Systems including setup and connectivity establishment with proper communications procedures on the UN networks.
• Provide security communications capabilities in support of staff security, including providing a focal point for inter-agency field security communications liaison.
• Ensure the Security Operations Centre (SOC) personnel maintain SCS contacts with all organizations involved and agencies. 

Education

• Completion of Secondary education/High school diploma or equivalent, is required. Additional training and recognized certificates in radio communications theory and radio telephony practical is required.

Work Experience

• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive work experience in radio communications, telex, facsimile and radio operations with progressively responsible experience in installation and maintenance of communication equipment, providing technical support in radio communication systems is required.
• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two years for candidates who possess a first level University degree.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in installing and programming Very High Frequency (VHF) and High Frequency mobile communications equipment and repeaters (VHF) and maintenance of all telecommunications equipment for UN or similar organizations is required. Knowledge of safety and Security rules, procedures and methods used in the United Nations or similar organizations and ability to use special security equipment is desirable.
• Experience as Emergency Communications Centre/Supervisor in a UN or similar organizations Radio Room is desirable. Work experience of one (1) year or more in data analytics or related area is desirable.