Location: Maiduguri, (Borno State) with movements inside the state
Probationary Period: 1 month
Contract Duration: 3 months, subject to renewal upon available donor funding.
Mission/Objectives: The Radio Operator will take part in the safety of Solidarités International teams by monitoring all movements.
He/she ensures a permanent level of communication between Solidarités International teams and the bases.
Main Task :
Management of radio material
Oversee daily management of telecommunication equipment by distributing the equipment to teams as they leave for the field and ensuring that it is given back on their return.
Record all activity involving telecommunication materials, cameras, Tracking device, GPS and other equipment in his/her care.
Ensure that VHF handsets batteries, satellite telephones, cameras, Tracking devise and GPS are fully and correctly charged.
Diagnose and report to his/her line manager any breakdown, damage or loss of equipment.
Install telecommunication facilities on the bases when it’s required.
Procedures
Ensure that teams are fully trained in the use of the equipment and communication procedures.
Ensure that no unauthorized persons gain access to the frequencies assigned to Solidarités International.
Ensure that Solidarités International users follow communication procedures, particularly concerning sensitive information.
Update codes, frequencies and selective call numbers.
Communication / Movement Monitoring
Receive and monitor radio messages sent to bases and record them in the log book.
If required, assume an intermediary role and relay messages between bases and teams.
Follow the location of teams in the field and during town expeditions.
Play a central role in the monitoring of team field location and report any information regarding their safety to his/her line manager
Personal abilities :
Higher National Diploma (in any Technical Field – Communication, IT, Engineering)
English – spoken and written
Hausa – spoken
Technicalcompetences :
Handling of VHF, HF radios, Tracking devices and SAT phone
Certificate in Ms Windows, Ms Office
Previous experience as a Radio Operator (01 Year)
Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and suitability statement as a single attachment to job.applications@solidarites-nigeria.org OR in hardcopy to Solidarités International office at: No 8 Manassa Street, Behind Polo ground, Maiduguri, Borno State. Attention: Shiva Narmathan, Logistics Manager, (Maiduguri Base).Solidarites International is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to achieving gender balance within the organization.Email Submission: The subject of the email should be the POSITION TITLE/LOCATION and the CV/Cover Letter should be saved in the applicant’s full name.Hardcopy Submission: The title of the related position must be written on the envelope.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.NOTE: Shortlisting will start as soon as we start receiving applications and deadline might be changed without prior notice.
Apply via :
job.applications@solidarites-nigeria.org
