Senior Broadcast and Conference Operator, G7 -Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Org. Setting and Reporting

ECA’s mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.

The mission will be guided by ECA’s five strategic directions which are: Advancing ECA’s position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent’s problems and take a local solutions to the continent; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; advocating Africa’s position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues.

This position is located in the Facilities Management Section (FMS) of the Division of Administration (DoA) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The incumbent will work under the general guidance of the Chief, Building Management and Maintenance Unit (BMMU)

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Senior Broadcast and Conference Operator will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities in one of the areas: Studio Production Operations, Post Production Operations, Conference Operations, Engineering Maintenance and Broadcast Systems.

• Manages the studio production operations, radio or post production operation, conference operations including Audio/Video systems, microphone management and simultaneous Interpretation Systems, broadcast engineering maintenance, or network services including the network Media Asset Management Systems (MAMS) and Broadcast Automation System (BAS), and client access to the MAMS and BAS.
• Participates in the development, programming, testing, debugging and implementation of new computer application systems releases, modules and functionalities, and conducts version management.
• Designs, develops and installs computer application systems software and hardware according to specifications, using appropriate monitoring tools , as well as UN established standards for IT technologies and tools and produces monitoring reports.
• Manages, designs, creates, produces and maintains technical documentation for relevant computer application systems and products; administers changes to technical documentation in accordance with prevailing change management and operation procedures.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field, conducts research on new technologies, proposes new acquisitions and provides support on computer applications systems development matters, establishes and maintains internal databases and applications in assigned area; performs complex troubleshooting for various applications.
• Co-ordinates on a daily basis with concerned departments such and contributes to planning schedules for resources (staffing and equipment) for regular and special events.
• Serves as team leader in projects dealing with the planning, specification, design, development, implementation and maintenance of simple computer application systems; liaises with users to define and specify requirements; builds, tests and modifies prototype computer application systems; performs installation and maintenance of computer applications systems in user offices. Also, serves as a focal point for scheduling, maintenance and calibration of all equipment used in broadcast production, congress microphone and simultaneous interpretation and all related MAMS and BAS equipment.
• Prepares all periodic completion reports, daily and monthly, based on work done by technicians. Supervises technical support staff, including planning work schedules, distribution of work assignments, determines shifts, and determines the need of additional temporary technicians. Conducts performance evaluation of all technicians to maintain a high level of performance.
• Participates in the recruitment of temporary staff and Individual Contractors, schedules and supervises their work
• Liaises with senior officers, delegations and coordinates with host countries on scope and requirements and provides technical support for committees and meetings/conferences to be held
• Determines the material and human resources requirements for meetings and ensures that all required services are available. Prepares the cost estimates for consideration by the requesting office.
• Conducts hands on operational training for operators under an assigned unit such as studio broadcast, post production, engineering, audio visual, broadcast, Congress Microphone and Simultaneous Interpretation equipment as related to Conference Operations; or the MAMS and BAS.
• Performs equipment operations and other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of the subject matter. Knowledge of broadcast systems, audio/video systems, video teleconferencing systems, storage systems, MAMS, BAS and CMSI systems, congress and simultaneous translation systems, tapeless AV systems, and/or networks, servers, internet media production engineering and technologies.

Ability to supervise with adequate skills on operations and maintenance of equipment related broadcast operations; ability to apply knowledge and technical skills.

Ability to collaborate with industry technology experts and produce technical reports; understanding of acquisition processes, and monitoring techniques to ensure acceptable performance and quality; shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments. Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Ability to understand and interpret sophisticated electronics drawings is desirable.

Sound knowledge of the conferencing system equipment’s operation is desirable. Sound knowledge of the CCTV equipment’s and operation is desirable.

Sound knowledge of application software and basic knowledge of computer hardware are desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of ten years practical experience in the maintenance and installation of audio-visual equipment in large establishments is required.

Ability to understand and interpret sophisticated electronics drawings is desirable.

Sound knowledge of the conferencing system equipment’s operation is desirable.

Sound knowledge of the CCTV equipment’s and operation is desirable.

Sound knowledge of application software and basic knowledge of computer hardware are desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

Passing the Global General Service Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Services and related categories in the United Nations Secretariat. Applicants who have not passed the GGST at the time of application may be invited for the test after submitting an application. Having passed the Administrative Support Assessment Test [in English] at the United Nations headquarters, Economic Commission for Africa, Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, United Nations Office at Geneva, United Nations Office at Vienna, International criminal tribunal for Rwanda or International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia may be accepted in lieu of the GGST.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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No Fee

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