THE INCUMBENT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING ASSIGNED DUTIES: ;
- Assist the office in implementing set standards for applications that meets the needs of the users and supports the overall Information and Communication Technology.
- Monitor and maintain the LAN, Network Servers, Routers, Printers, LAN Points, Switches, Patch panels, Access points, HF and VHF bases, HF and VHF relay stations, Satellite Modem…to prevent faults occurring.
- Carry out missions for new installations and routine maintenance tours of ICT equipments.
- Ensure that ICT problem recovery is done as quickly as possible and make regular system back-ups.
- Assist with the installation of the software packages, basic repair/maintenance of computer hardware, HF and VHF equipment.
- Train UNHCR staff on email system, utilization of VHF handhelds, telephone system.
- Add and remove users from the Networks.
- Maintain the inventory of ICT equipment and keep track of movements of ICT equipment.
- Draft mails and memoranda on ICT matters.
- Assist in the drafting of technical documentation on radio equipment operating procedures
- Certify invoices and delivery notes and pass for payment.
- Evaluate needs for upgrading and eventually replacing ICT equipment in the field, to meet with UNHCR standards.
- Select the most efficient and economic means for the transmission of messages, taking into consideration the nature and priority of communications to be transmitted.
- Carry out administrative duties, within the area of competence as assigned.
- Perform other duties as required.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Completion of Secondary school or equivalent technical school with training/certificate in Telecommunication and Information Technology.
- Minimum 5 years of previous relevant experience in the ICT field;
- Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language (as applicable in the duty station).
How to apply:
- Interested candidates are invited to submit a motivation letter and a completed Personal History Form (P11) prior to the closing date of the vacancy notice through UNHCR Egypt’s recruitment portal: http://hr.unhcregypt.org/
- Personal History Form (P11) are available in the recruitment portal and also at www.unhcr.org/recruit/p11new.doc
- Applications missing any of the above elements, duly completed, will unfortunately not be considered.
- This position may be subject to a written test. Only short–listed candidates will be contacted.
- Candidates must be Egyptian citizens or hold a valid local work permit at the time of application. No relocation fees apply. UNHCR follows a strict non-smoking environment policy.
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