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• Develop a clear and structured Signals
  nomination process in cooperation with civilian and military stakeholders
  – including Signals selection criteria, prerequisite qualifications,
  pre-deployment trainings and pre-screening exercises – to ensure technical
  expertise and language proficiency are in line with field requirements;
• Provide and manage military Signals’ training
  program workflow, procedures and documentation, including resource
  requirements (e.g., equipment, trainers, etc.), risk assessments and
  mitigation measures;
• Tasked
  with establishing regional military Signals training SOPs, including a
  communication and coordination plan, detailing procedures, guidelines,
  roles and responsibilities for all regional stakeholders;
• Plan,
  organize,  and oversee ICT
  trainings, workshops, briefings and refresher courses at RSCE and other
  locations as required, for military Signals from the field missions;
• Work
  closely with the military contingents to gain commitment to deploy Signals
  for jobs that conform with the training undertaken;
• Carry
  out post-training assessments to identify training program improvements
  and adjust courses, methodologies as indicated.
• Oversee
  the coordination, logistics, preparation and maintenance of training
  schedules, plans and materials for training requirements in support of
  Quality and Supply Chain groups.
• Perform
  any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or his / her
  designate.

• The
  ideal candidate for the United Nations UNOPS ICT Technical and Signals
  Training Operation Manager should hold an advanced university degree
  (Master’s degree or equivalent) in information technology, computer
  science, teaching and education or in a field related to the post
  description. A first level university degree with a combination of
  relevant academic qualifications and experience in information and
  communications technology, education and training may be accepted in lieu
  of advanced university degree.
• At
  least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in
  ICT, training, teaching and education and project management is required.
• Past
  exposure and experience in technical writing as well as field systems and
  operations in a training and support capacity desirable.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.
  Knowledge of a second UN language is highly desirable.

• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in
  achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject
  matter; 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. proficient knowledge of
  MS Office. Practical experience in various projects documentation.
• Communication: Proven ability to write in a clear
  and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally. Listens to
  others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds
  appropriately.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are
  consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and
  assignments; adjusts priorities as required; foresees risks and allows for
  contingencies when planning; manages competing demands and works under the
  pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
• 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. Good interpersonal skills and
  ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations
  in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect
  for diversity.

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