Radiocommunication Engineer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Head, Service Publications Section in the Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division, the incumbent performs the following duties:

• Acts as the focal point for keeping up-to-date and enhancing the Maritime systems and databases (MARS), in accordance with the Radio Regulations, Decisions, Resolutions and Recommendations adopted by World Radiocommunication Conferences, Radiocommunication Assemblies and ITU-R Study Groups.
• Examines and analyses current and evolving operational procedures related to the radio frequency spectrum, for publication in the relevant maritime related service publications.
• Develops specifications, validation rules, and performs testing of new, revised, or improved procedures, systems and databases.
• Acts as the focal point for the maintaining and updating  the regulatory content of the MARS and List of International Monitoring Stations websites, prepares FAQs and coordinates the preparation of related information and materials in collaboration with colleagues across the section.
• Prepares statistics and reports on  submissions related to terrestrial services stations published in the List of Ship Stations and Maritime Mobile Service Identity Assignments (List V) and List of Coast Stations and Special Service Stations (List IV).
• Analyzes requests from administrations, private companies, and other entities to use ITU maritime data,  and proposes appropriate courses of action in coordination with other relevant ITU services. Participates in studies related to the enhancement of the content and distribution methods of maritime publications.
• Follows the development of the Cospas-Sarsat system, identifies and prepares reports on issues to be addressed by the BR management regarding activities related to the protection of the 406-406.1 MHz band.
• Attends meetings and Study Group Sessions as required. Contributes to the preparatory work for conferences, ITU-R Working Party meetings, and the delivery of seminars, workshops and other international fora on maritime issues.
• Performs other related duties as required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Applying Expertise; Effective Communication; Learning and Knowledge Sharing; Organizational Commitment; Results-Focused, and; Teamwork and Collaboration.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the application of the Radio Regulations relevant to the maritime services.
• Ability and willingness to learn and stay up to date with developments in information technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education: 

Advanced university degree in telecommunications engineering or a related field (science/engineering, electrical/electronic) OR education in a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the fields above. For internal candidates, a first university degree in one of the fields above in combination with seven years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree for promotion or rotation purposes.

Additional education in Maritime Institutions recognized by the International Maritime Organization would be an advantage.

Experience:

At least five years of progressively responsible experience in the field of radiocommunications services, including at least two at the international level. A Doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for two years of working experience. Experience in maritime related issues and in particular Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). Experience in web page development would be an asset.

Languages:

Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) at advanced level and knowledge of a second official language at intermediate level. Knowledge of a third official language would be an advantage. (Under the provisions of Resolution No. 626 of the Council, a relaxation of the language requirements may be authorized in the case of candidates from developing countries: when candidates from such countries possess a thorough knowledge of one of the official languages of the Union, their applications may be taken into consideration).

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

Salary:
Total annual salary consists of a net annual salary (net of taxes and before medical insurance and pension fund deductions) in US dollars and a post adjustment (PA) (cost of living allowance). The PA is variable and subject to change without notice in accordance with the rates as set within the UN Common System for salaries and allowances. Annual salary from $ 70,212 + post adjustment $ 57,153
Other allowances and benefits subject to specific terms of appointment, please refer to: https://jobs.itu.int/content/What-we-offer/?locale=en_U