Networking Engineer

Overview

Manage and maintain network and communication infrastructure for WHO.

You have:

• University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field is essential.
• At least 5 years of experience in network infrastructure implementation, security, administration, and maintenance is essential.
• CISCO technologies certification and IT Security methods experience is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in LAN/WAN architecture, configuration, and administration are essential.
• Practical knowledge of CISCO switches, routers, active devices, and software is essential.
• Expert knowledge of English is essential; intermediate knowledge of French is essential.
• Experience in project management is desirable.

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 108,465 USD and 142,026 USD.

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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Information and Technologies Management Unit (ITM) provides information and technologies management services to WHO programmes, including the Inter Country Support Team Offices (IST), and 47 WHO country offices in the African region.The Unit is also responsible for the formulation, implementation, and coordination of ICT strategies and policies in the African region.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, administration and reliable operation of the telephone and data communications infrastructure.Planning, designing, installing and maintenance network environment including cabling, wireless network, switching and routing configurations.Manage firewall and proxy devices, routing configuration and security on the network environment.Upgrade and update the firm ware and operating systems of network and communications active devicesMonitor network and communications infrastructure, including V SAT, Internet links and services, telephony systems to improve performance.Troubleshoot network and communications infrastructure errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues. Maintain security/cybersecurity processes and procedures within the IT infrastructure environment.Responsible for capacity, transition planning, and network performance.Install and support multimedia, telephone and online video conferencing platforms. Develop and maintain appropriate documentation and policies related to the network and communications infrastructure services.Performs other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree or equivalent training and/or experience, in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field. CISCO technologies certification and IT Security methods and engineering experience will be an advantage. Desirable: PRINCE2, ITIL, COBIT, Microsoft, Qualys,Checkpoint, will be an asset.

Experience

Essential: At least 5 years of experience in network infrastructure implementation, security, administration and maintenance. Desirable: Experience in project management as well as solid knowledge of technology trends for effective user and IT infrastructure support.

Skills

Knowledge and experience in LAN/WAN architecture, configuration, and administration.Strong networking concepts with regards to managing Network infrastructure/environment.Practical knowledge and understanding of CISCO switches,routers, active devices, and software.Knowledge in implementation and managing IT security/cyber security systems and tools.Good analytical and problem-solving skills be intuitive with a high sense of responsibility towards achieving results in a timely manner.Ability to work well in a team setting and under pressure.

WHO Competencies

Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Producing results Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Intermediate knowledge of French. Desirable: The above language requirements are interchangeable.

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 62,692 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3323 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

• A written test may be used as a form of screening.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

• WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

• WHO has a mobility policy which can be found at the following link: http://www.who.int/employment/en/. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.

• *For WHO General Service staff who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please see e-Manual III.4.1, para 220.

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