L’UNHCR recrute un assistant informatique principal, Maro, Tchad
Job Title : Senior IT Assistant
Job Specialization :
Grade : G5
Location : Maro, Chad
Family/Non-Family : Non-Family
Job Code : 001567
Location Type :
Hardship Level : E (most hardship)
Alternative Place of Assignment (if applicable) :
Location : 001567
Position Number : 10024302
Position Type : Standard
Occupational Safety and Health Considerations :
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Job Specific Occupational Safety and Health Considerations (if applicable) :
Nature of the Position :
Under the close technical guidance and supervision of the Associate ICT Officer at the Sub Office of Gore, the Senior IT Assistant will directly report to the Head of Field Office of Maro. In return, the candidate will work with the Senior Administrative Assistant, provide technical supervisory support to the Telecom Operator to ensure that the IT equipment are functional, monitor and report internet connectivity and electricity issues. S/he should demonstrate a constructive and supportive approach in his/her technical assistance to others for the best use of IT equipment and materials in their day-to-day work. The incumbent must have a good knowledge of IT functionalities within and including deep field and emergency contexts as s/he will be working in a remote area. Possession of hands-on experience with wireless and VoIP systems, electricity, generators, lightning protection, knowledge of UNHCR Procedures are an asset.
Living and Working Conditions :
In terms of working and living conditions, Maro is a small town that has only very basic infrastructure with very limited leisure and recreational facilities. The security situation in Maro remains stable compared to the rest of the Country as far as the general threats are considered. However, attention should be paid to small crimes but without a significant impact on UN staff. Malaria is prevalent and all staff need to be vigilant by taking the relevant measures. Maro is an E non-family duty station with very limited health facilities available locally. Any serious medical condition requires going to Sarh by road or to N¿djamena by air. There is currently one regular weekly UNHAS flight on the itinerary Ndjamena-SarhNdjamena. The climate is classified as tropical wet and dry. The office has established a guest house for both the international and national staff and private accommodation is available for all staff. Essential foodstuffs and basic domestic items can be found in Maro and there is a possibility for staff to get whatever other items are needed from Sarh. The R&R cycle is every 8 weeks for international staff and there is a Special Compressed working schedule which is granted to national staff as well to promote their welfare. There is no public electricity and running water is scarce, but UNHCR provides office generator electricity against monthly payment fees and free water to staff. Banking facilities are available at Sarh where one can open current account in XAF at Ecobank.
Operation Scope :
- Operation Budget : 5 – 20 mil
- Operation Workforce : 11 – 25
Position Scope :
Workforce to Supervise :
Type of Persons of Concern :
- ☑ Refugees ☐ Internally Displaced Persons ☐ Returned Refugees ;
- ☐ Asylum Seekers ☐ Stateless ☐ Returned IDP’s ;
- ☐ Others of Concern ☐ N/A.
Number of Persons of Concern : 5,001 – 10,000
Additional Languages :
- English Desirable ;
- French Mandatory.
Language Comments : Fluency in French and knowledge of English is required
Additional Relevant Skills :
- IT-IT Satellite Communications (VSAT) Desirable ;
- IT-IT Radio Communications (HF, UHF, VHF) Desirable ;
- ED-Inter agency educational network management Desirable.
Additional Relevant Certificates :
- Telecommunications Desirable ;
- Satellite Communications Desirable ;
- Information Technology Desirable.