Operating the VHF and HF radios, in accordance with the MSF security protocols and rules, in order to ensure quality and confidential radio communications for the operational needs of the mission/projects.

• Operating the HF and VHF radios, avoiding using any sensitive or security related information and following the MSF security rules. Ensures radio frequencies' (HF and VHF) quality and transmission capacity. Installs and programs frequencies in all type of radios when necessary
• Ensuring that messages are well copied/passed to all people concerned and records the messages on the radio log book. Responding to radio contacts from other approved organizations and forwarding it on the information via this channel.
• Making radio contacts with reference bases (capital and/or field) according to communication rules / schedules and forwards all information concerning the security of the teams to the Project/Capital Coordinator.
• Monitoring and registering any movement, of people, vehicles, helicopters, airplanes and cargo, (departure, arrival, number of passengers, route taken, standard contact points) and informs line manager of any delays.
• Supervising and monitoring the VHF radio allocation book (handsets) and registering the loan of handsets to all staff, following it up on a regular basis.
• Installing, operating and performing preventive maintenance checks on assigned equipment, checking that the equipment is working properly and immediately informing the line manager of any damage/loss/theft. Maintaining the equipment, communications room and premises in clean and tidy conditions. Maintaining and supervising HF VHF batteries status in good maintenance conditions.
• Providing basic radio training when necessary to MSF staff.

Education           Literacy. Desirable secondary education

Experience          Desirable work experience as radio operator in related jobs

Languages          Fluent in oral and written English and Arabic is essential.

Knowledge         Essential basic knowledge on mathematics, mechanical

Competencies  

•             Results and Quality Orientation

•             Teamwork and Cooperation

•             Behavioural Flexibility

•             Commitment to MSF Principles

•             Stress Management

Applications must include the below document:

• Complete CV
• Updated contact details (candidate’s phone number and a backup phone number)
• Sudanese National ID.
• Copy of certificates of experience and qualification

Application must be submitted by 14th April 2022 4:00 PM to  MSF Switzerland Office at Khartoum El Geref West or Sudan job website. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.