Economic Commission for Africa Electronic Engineering Technician Jobs in Ethiopia
Org. Setting and Reporting
The Economic Commission for Africa’s (ECA) mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.
The mission will be guided by ECA’s five strategic directions which are: advancing ECA’s position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent’s problems and take local solutions to the continent; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; advocating Africa’s position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues.
This position is located in the Facilities Management Section (FMS) of the Division of Administration (DoA) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa at Addis Ababa. The incumbent will work under the general guidance of the Chief of BBMU and direct supervision of the Senior Broadcast and Conference Operator in (Building Management and Maintenance Unit).
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Electronic Engineering Technician will be responsible for the following duties:
Under the supervision of the Sr. Senior Broadcast and Conference Operator, the incumbent is in charge of the maintenance and operation of all conference system/audio – visual equipment related to conferences systems, CCTV surveillances system and related security system in the new conference centre (UNCC) and ECA building (AFRICA HALL):
• Organizes, checks, performs and supervises the smooth running of conferences and meetings in the UNCC and Africa Hall, including pre-meeting preparations and set up of conferences, meetings, briefings, exhibitions and all other similar activities, video and audio recordings according to clients’ request, copying and handover of all recordings to the conference coordinating office. Attends coordination meetings with other offices and personnel to ensure appropriate preparation and smooth running of respective activities. Participates in the actual hands-on operation of all the above activities to the client’s full satisfaction. Advises and gives necessary help to clients in arranging conferences with respect to technical equipment;
• Provides Support to the Audio-visual technicians in the daily maintenance of the equipment in accordance with the maintenances schedule and manufacturers maintenance manuals repairs of faulty equipment, supervises and coordinates maintenance works;
• Studies and submits written reports and suggestions on upgrading electronic equipment of Conference Centre in accordance with the latest technological advancement manages consumables for video and audio recordings of conference proceedings Archives copies
of video and audio recordings;
• Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making;
• Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures;
• Performs other duties as and when requested by the supervisor.
Competencies
• Professionalism : Knowledge of general office and administrative support including administrative policies, processes and procedures. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
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