Radio Operator

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

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

Accountabilities & Functional 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 security rules and internal guidelines.
• Proactively maintains information flow on security-related issues.
• Updates lists of field movements, messages transmitted, etc.
• Gives radio-related briefings if required.

Certifications / Education required

• Professional diploma in similar field.

Professional Experience required

• 2 years’ overall work experience in a similar field.
• Good knowledge of the country and local terrain.
• Some experience working with the ICRC an asset.

Desired profile and skills

• Leadership: Basic.
• Accountability: Advanced.
• People management: Basic.
• Team work & Collaboration: Advanced.
• Representing the ICRC: Advanced.
• Beneficiary & Client focused: Proficient.
• Functional support:Basic
• Service delivery: Basic

Language

• Arabic: Fluent.
• English: Full professional working.

What we offer

• Salary Package: 1,570 – 2,213 USD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job).
• 13th Month of salary paid in December, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
• Annual Leave: 20 calendar working days of paid leave per year, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.
• Health Insurance: 90% of premium fees under class B, coverage include: Doctor visits, Medicines, Therapy services, etc.)
• International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP): a contribution valued at 11.5% of your monthly salary, these savings are paid by the end of service as a lump sum.
• Other benefits subject to internal rules and regulations: High Cost of Living Allowance (HCLA), Schooling allowance, eyeglasses, designated personal training budget for learning opportunities.

Additional Information

• Location: Beirut – Lebanon
• Working Schedule: On a rotational basis.
• Type of contract: Fixed Term, 1 year (Renewable based on performance and need for position).
• Estimated start date:  ASAP
• Application deadline:  24/11/2024

Our Values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this