Radio Operator – (For Filipino Nationals only)

International Committee of the Red Cross

2F Tavera Business Center cor. J. Camus Extension

(Pardo de Tavera St.) and Araullo St., Davao City

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ICRC Delegation in the Philippines

FUNCTION: RADIO OPERATOR

PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT: DAVAO OFFICE

The Radio Operator operates ICRC’s telecommunications equipment. S/he maintains radio contact and telecommunications between sites, vehicles, and people for the delegation to follow field movements in accordance with its program and security rules.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES * Follows communication and transmission activity via telecommunications equipment. * Ensures constant contact with people moving in the field and takes appropriate action as stipulated under the ICRC’s security rules and internal guidelines. * Proactively maintains information flow on security-related issues * Updates lists of field movements, messages transmitted, etc. REQUIRED PROFILE * Bachelor’s degree in electronics, telecommunication, information technology or similar field. * Capacity to deal with public visitors and address phone calls. * Proven experience in humanitarian or development work is an asset. * Ability to treat information confidentially. * Knowledge of telecommunication equipment (UHF, VHF, satellite, GPS, etc.) is an asset. * Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks. * Attitude to work well under pressure and can adapt to sudden change of priorities. * Good command of written and spoken English and Filipino.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been active in the Philippines for more than 70 years, with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross, its primary partner in the country.

WHAT WE OFFER

* An opportunity to join the world’s largest humanitarian organization

* Competitive salary and attractive social benefits

* Exciting professional development and stimulating benefits package

* A multicultural team of humanitarian staffs based in Manila with colleagues all over the world