Radio Operator- Afghan Male Only
Implement and maintain IRC's security and communications systems and procedures.
Overview
Implement and maintain IRC's security and communications systems and procedures.
You have:
- Two years or more experience with INGOs, security and communication-related experience is preferred.
- 14th Grade education preferred, University is preferred.
- Technical competency and training experience in field-based communications systems like HF/VHF, Thuraya/Mobile satellite systems.
- Excellent diplomatic, communication, and reporting skills required.
- Fluency in Dari, Pashtu and English (written, spoken, comprehension).
- Computer skills required, including MS Word and internet proficiency.
- Ability to work closely with all individuals regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, race, tribe, or cultural background.
Job Description
General Duties
- Implement and maintain IRC standard security and communications systems and procedures. - Provide technical support and advice to security guards and other staff. - Monitor and report on security developments and trends - Conduct training and development activities in accordance with needs and concerns - Actively coordinate and contribute to information exchange both internally and externally - Ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities. - Constant monitoring of all assigned IRC channels and if needed with UN and other NGOs at that site. - Monitoring of convoys route from one location to another. And track staff movements according to IRC procedures.
Security & Communications Systems
- Assess and maintain security and communications in IRC facilities in consultation with a security officer. - Facilitate proper use and maintenance of common communications, including HF and VHF radio networks and other communication technologies and ensure systems are fully functioning. - Monitoring CCTV cameras all the time and report any suspicious activity to his/her supervisor. - Send security alert SMS for staff in Kabul and field offices. - Notification to his/her supervisor on any and all irregularities or incidents in any way related to the security of IRC staff or property. - Report on situational developments, risks, and concerns. - Establish, maintain, and/or facilitate links with existing incident reporting system(s) within office. - Professional development, such as taking part in internal and external training. - Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Two year or more experience with INGOs. Security and communication-related experience is preferred. - 14th Grade, University is preferred. - Technical competency and training experience in field-based communications systems (such as HF/VHF, Thuraya/Mobile satellite systems) - Excellent diplomatic, communication, and reporting skills - Fluency in Dari, Pashtu and English (written, spoken, comprehension) - Computer skills (including MS Word, and internet) - Ability to work closely, professionally, and constructively with all others regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, race, tribe, or cultural background
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to handle a security incident? | This question gauges your experience and decision-making skills during a security crisis. | Provide a specific example of an incident, your response, and the outcome. |
| How do you prioritize communication in emergency situations? | The interviewer seeks to understand your assessment and prioritization skills under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with communication technologies such as HF and VHF. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach training staff on security protocols? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What measures would you take if you noticed suspicious activity on surveillance systems? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |