Radio Operator, Kabul, Afghanistan, N-PPSA 4, National Partner Personnel Service Agreement
Organizational Context
UN Women Afghanistan operates in a complex crisis environment, supporting women and girls facing severe restrictions. The Country Office focuses on five programmatic pillars, including integrated programming, women's civil society, policy, economic empowerment, and humanitarian response. The office is based in Kabul with sub-offices in several other cities. This Radio Operator role supports the Security Team and the Joint Radio Room.
Job Purpose
The Radio Operator is responsible for supporting the UN Women Afghanistan Security Team and the Joint Radio Room. This role ensures the continuous operation of all communication systems and provides critical real-time information regarding staff movements and security status. The position plays a vital role in maintaining operational safety and security by monitoring communications, tracking staff, and managing emergency communications, thereby contributing to the overall security framework within a challenging operational context.
Responsibilities
The Radio Operator will operate the Radio Room and all communication systems, ensuring the Security section is constantly informed of staff locations and movements. Responsibilities include reporting communication network irregularities, operating location tracking and emergency management systems, and conducting regular security radio checks with staff. The role involves tracking daily staff movements, managing the Radio Room during emergencies, advising transport drivers on security restrictions, and hourly tracking of staff road missions and convoys. Additionally, the position requires daily checks of the incident log book, assisting with record updates, performing administrative functions, managing keys, monitoring security cameras, and maintaining the filing system.
Work Experience
A minimum of 4 years of progressively relevant radio operation experience at the national or international level is required. Proficiency in operating Sat phone, HF, UHF, and VHF radio systems is essential. Solid computer skills, including MS Word and Excel, are desirable.
Skills
Radio operation, Communication systems operation, Location tracking, Emergency management, Security monitoring, Administrative support, Computer skills (MS Word, Excel).