Job Summary

Operating the VHF and HF radios, in accordance with the MSF security protocols and rules, in order to ensure quality and confidential radio communications for the operational needs of the mission/projects.

 ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Operating the HF and VHF radios, avoiding using any sensitive or security related information and following the MSF security rules. Ensures radio frequencies' (HF and VHF) quality and transmission capacity. Installs and programs frequencies in all type of radios when necessary
• Ensuring that messages are well copied/passed to all people concerned and records the messages on the radio log book. Responding to radio contacts from other approved organizations and forwarding it on the information via this channel.
• Making radio contacts with reference bases (capital and/or field) according to communication rules / schedules and forwards all information concerning the security of the teams to the Project/Capital Coordinator.
• Monitoring and registering any movement, of people, vehicles, helicopters, airplanes and cargo, (departure, arrival, number of passengers, route taken, standard contact points) and informs line manager of any delays.
• Supervising and monitoring the VHF radio allocation book (handsets) and registering the loan of handsets to all staff, following it up on a regular basis.
• Installing, operating and performing preventive maintenance checks on assigned equipment, checking that the equipment is working properly and immediately informing the line manager of any damage/loss/theft. Maintaining the equipment, communications room and premises in clean and tidy conditions. Maintaining and supervising HF VHF batteries status in good maintenance conditions.
• Providing basic radio training when necessary to MSF staff

MSF SECTION/CONTEXT SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Organize the movements planned for the week in Addis together with the head of drivers. Plan and ensure good use of the capital's resources, optimizing movements.

Job Requirements

Education

• Literacy. Desirable secondary education

Experience

• Desirable work experience as radio operator in related jobs

Languages       

• Essential, mission working language and local language(s)

Knowledge

Essential basic knowledge on mathematics, mechanical, electronic principles

Competencies

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Teamwork and Cooperation L1
• Behavioral Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Stress Management L2

How to Apply

All applicants should send a CV, cover letter, educational records, work certificates and copy of national ID card ONLY by email to msfe-addis-dev@barcelona.msf.org (please indicate ¨On the subject box of your email: the vacancy title, ¨your name¨.

MSF Spain promotes the EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.

MSF Spain encourages internal growth and development.

We strongly encourage INTERNAL STAFF, WOMEN and PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES (compatible with the nature of the work) to apply.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Copies of CV + supporting documents are non-returnable. Phone calls are not allowed.

Posting date: 15-03-2021

Ending date: 25-03-2021