UNICEF seeks to recruit an Information Comm. Technology Assistant G-3 ( UNICEF Ethiopia) ( Addis Ababa, Open for Ethiopian Nationals)

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

Purpose

How can you make a difference?

Key duties & Accountability

• Assist in diagnosing technical faults and carry-out remedy for malfunctioning or defective air-conditioning, generators Solar Power system, HF/VHF Radios installation for Base and Mobile in field offices and refrigeration installations, and other electrical Appliances in main office and Field offices.
• Plan, schedule and implement preventive maintenance of buildings, electrical power installation, air conditioning, security systems and refrigeration installations, and other infrastructure facilities.
• Assist in, installation and troubleshooting of Local Area Network (LAN) cabling problems in Main office and field offices and  installation of Solar Power system, HF/VHF Radios installation for Base and Mobile in field offices, UPS system Data Center and End users.
• Assist in, office moves in field offices by dismantling all Data Center Infrastructure and installing it in the new office.
• Based on the instruction given by Security officer or ICT, assist in installation of Security light system, CCTV Camera System and Fire Alarm system.
• Assist in re-install ICT equipment such as computers, printers, Scanners and connect them to the network.
• Assist in technically evaluating bids and proposals for network and electrical systems installations projects.
• Supervise, inspect, review and approve work orders the work carried out by external service providers or contractors.
• Apply and ensure adherence to safety programmes related to the safe operation of air-conditioning and refrigeration installations, electrical systems, generators or power tools and equipment of the building.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Completion of High school and other related professions, ability to communicate in English and local language. Experience with UNICEF or UN environment is in similar position is an advantage.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in similar activities.
• English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The technical competencies required for this post are….

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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