VAC-11526 ICT Systems Integration Support

Job description

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position

CTG is looking for a qualified Alternate Power Technician for our operations. This role is being advertised for talent pool building purposes, once the project goes live, only those candidates that are shortlisted will be contacteed.

Role objectives

• Install & commission UPS, solar & battery systems, as well as assist in installing a variety of critical power equipment.

• Install, configure & maintain UPS systems according to manufacturer specifications & industry best practices.

• Conduct routine maintenance & testing of AC / DC power systems hardware & UPS systems for optimal performance & reliability.

• Inspect newly procured UPS, batteries, solar & related equipment.

• Coordinate with the network team to ensure online backup systems firmware is up to date for improved equipment performance & reliability.

• Research modern alternative power equipment & methods to enhance existing systems.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to find better solutions.

• Travel to various UN sites to perform scheduled preventative maintenance & repairs on UPS systems, AC / DC rectifiers, batteries, solar backup systems & Power Distribution Units (PDUs).

• Accurately troubleshoot & diagnose UPS systems, as well as other AC & DC backup systems.

• Respond to emergency maintenance requests at remote UN sites within the required time frame.

• Complete documentation promptly & accurately using the company’s computer systems & assess & report the urgency of needed repairs.

Project reporting

This role reports to the line manager.

Key competencies

• Diploma in or an equivalent of education certification.

• The technician should have a working knowledge of alternate power systems & system integration.

• Experience providing services in the field of alternate power area to or in a field operation of the UN common system or comparable international organization is desirable.

• Experience in the field of information systems or related area in a conflict or post conflict setting is required.

• Must have excellent oral & written communication skills.

• Must meet deadlines & provide quick turnaround on projects when needed.

• Work as part of FTS duty roster responsible for emergency customer support calls after official working hours.

• Possession of a valid driving license.

• Fluency in written & spoken English is required.

• Willingness to work with minimum supervision.

Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• This role is being advertised for talent pool building purposes, once the project goes live, only those candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted.

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.

Disclaimer:

· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.

· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.