UNTSO: Telecommunications Assistant – Jerusalem

Result of Service

To implement a finite, deliverables-based infrastructure upgrade project providing: – Modernized radio communication systems – Redundant satellite connectivity for mission continuity – Integrated radio tracking capability – Enhanced surveillance systems – IoT-based monitoring of water and power consumption

Work Location

Jerusalem

Expected duration

5.5 months

Duties and Responsibilities

A. Replacement of Fixed VHF Radio Systems DM3601 (7 radios) Deliverable 1: Fixed VHF radios replacement report Acceptance Criteria: • 100% of identified fixed radios replaced • Functional transmission and reception verified • Configuration documented • Radio Management and Trbonet Plus Databases and Inventory records updated • Supervisor validation completed B. Replacement of old Handheld Radios DP3601e (100 Units) Deliverable 2: Deployment and inventory report Acceptance Criteria: • Exactly 100 handheld radios installed and configured • Communication verified with base system • Inventory (serial numbers, assignment) completed • Radio Management and Trbonet Plus Databases and Inventory records updated • 100% successful connectivity test C. Replacement of Vehicle Radios and Antennas DM3601e (40 Units) Deliverable 3: Installation and validation report Acceptance Criteria: • Exactly 40 vehicle radios and antennas installed • Proper mounting and grounding verified • Signal strength within operational threshold • Radio Management and Trbonet Plus Databases and Inventory records updated • Communication confirmed with HQ D. Installation and Integration of Redundant Satellite Connectivity (VSAT + Starlink) The contractor shall install, configure, and integrate both systems as redundant internet connectivity sources for mission operations, ensuring continuity of communication services. Deliverable 4: Redundant satellite connectivity installation and integration report Acceptance Criteria: • VSAT and Starlink systems fully installed and operational • Independent connectivity verified for each system • Demonstrated redundancy (failover test successful) • Integration with existing network validated • Minimum 48-hour stable operation test • Performance metrics recorded (uptime, latency, stability) • Network integration diagram provided E. Upgrade of MOTOTRBO Radio Manager and TRBOnet Plus Deliverable 5: Radio management systems upgrade report Acceptance Criteria: • Successful upgrade completed • Full system functionality verified • Configuration and provisioning operational • No errors post-upgrade • Backup/rollback documented F. Integration between TrboNet Plus with UNGSC UNITE Aware Deliverable 6: Integration and tracking validation report Acceptance Criteria: • Connectivity established with UNGSC and UNITE Aware • Demonstrated radio tracking visibility • Data transmission validated • Supporting logs/screenshots provided G. CCTV System Upgrade Deliverable 7: Jerusalem HQ CCTV system upgrade report Acceptance Criteria: • All upgraded cameras operational • Video accessible without interruption • Minimum 24-hour recording test passed • Updated system inventory provided H. Fiber Optic Backbone Repair Deliverable 8: Jerusalem CCTV Fiber repair and test report Acceptance Criteria: • All faults repaired • Signal integrity restored • Performance validated (before/after comparison) • No degraded links remaining I. FRIM (IoT) Deployment – Water Monitoring (LoRa-Based) Deliverable 9: Water monitoring system report Acceptance Criteria: • LoRa-based water meters installed (20 units) • Data transmission to platform confirmed • Real-time/near real-time monitoring functional • Ability to detect abnormal consumption patterns validated J. FRIM (IoT) Deployment – Power Monitoring Deliverable 10: Power monitoring system report Acceptance Criteria: • Power meters installed across all buildings • Consumption data captured per building • Detection of abnormal usage patterns functional K. Systems Integration Deliverable 11: Full system integration report Acceptance Criteria: • All systems integrated and functioning together • End-to-end testing completed • No unresolved integration issues • Validation approved by supervisor L. Preparation of Equipment for Write-Off Deliverable 12: Asset write-off preparation report Acceptance Criteria: • All replaced equipment inventoried • Serial numbers recorded and reconciled • Condition assessment completed • Documentation aligned with UN procedures • Equipment properly tagged and stored M. Final Technical Documentation Deliverable 13: Consolidated documentation package Acceptance Criteria: • Includes diagrams, configurations, and inventory • Accurate and complete documentation • Delivered in structured digital format • Reviewed and accepted by supervisor

Qualifications/special skills

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on experience with a recognized organization or company engaged in IT and Communications support services. Knowledge of basics electronic circuit troubleshooting is required Demonstrated proficiency in Telecommunications systems is desirable Knowledge of IT systems and networking is desirable Experience with VHF radios, VSAT, and microwave links is required Experience working with Fiber optics and structured cabling is required Demonstrated proficiency in Avigilon CCTV systems with certifications is required Experience installing and maintaining large UPS up to 20kVA, and power systems is required Demonstrated proficiency in video conferencing (MS Teams, Cisco conference systems) is required Certifications for IoT systems or FRIM platforms (LAN and LoRaWAN) are required

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.