• Audio/Video Technician
• Network Diffusion/Transmission Technician

ROLE OVERVIEW

Under the supervision of the Head of the ECOWAS Regional Radio, the incumbent shall supervise and ensure uninterrupted, professional and high-quality ECOWAS Radio broadcast across the ECOWAS Regions in collaboration with the supervisor.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Define and update the regional radio infrastructure development strategy.

·       Ensure the proper functioning of the infrastructure and technical equipment of the said radio.

·       Put in place modern tools for the management and operation of these infrastructures and equipment.

·       Inform and train technicians in the use of new technical materials and equipment.

·       Ensure the installation, security and preventive and curative maintenance of infrastructure and technical equipment.

·       Detect and repair breakdowns and malfunctions on the equipment of the regional station.

·       Ensure the updating of the regional radio frequency plan and compliance with national, regional and international regulations in terms of frequency use; etc.

·       Perform any other duty assigned by the supervisor.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·       Bachelor’s degree in Electric/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications/ICT, Media Production, broadcasting, broadcast technology or related field from a recognized University.

·       Five (5) years’ experience in broadcast systems operation and maintenance.

·       Experience in electronic engineering and communications equipment.

·       Knowledge and experience working with established rules and standards of operation set up by relevant regulatory authorities.

·       Knowledge of satellite communication equipment, FM networks, computer operating systems, applications and computer networks.

AGE LIMIT

• Be below 50 years old. This provision does not apply to internal candidates.

ECOWAS KEY COMPETENCIE

·       Ability to persuade/influence others to consider a certain point of view, adopt a new idea or implement new methods and practices.

·       Ability to lead a team of trainees/junior staff and instill a spirit of teamwork to engage employees and achieve a well-defined set of activities.

·       Ability to respect chain of command in an appropriate manner.

·       Ability to resolve challenges that occur with minimal direction and/or to recommend and explain solutions or alternatives for approval.

·       Ability to utilize the Code of Ethics to manage self, others, information and resources.

·       Ability to mentor others and create feedback loops with supervisors, colleagues, and the subordinates to build strong working relationships and improve performance.

·       Contribute to maintaining organizational unit’s performance goals and standards.

·       Interpersonal skills with ability to keep a client informed of progress or setbacks in projects of relevance to timeline, quality, and quantity.

·       Ability to proactively interact with clients and build strong trusting relationships based on mutual respect and regular discussions.

·       Ability to establish and sustain professional credibility with clients/stakeholders in a manner that anticipates their need, mitigates issues and that carefully balances professional obligations with the need to be sensitive and responsive to their needs.

·       Ability to counsel, advise, consult and guide others on matters pertaining to assigned client service responsibilities and established client service standards.

·       Demonstrate respect for cultural differences, fairness, and ability to relate well with people from varied backgrounds, nationality, gender, ethnicity, race, and religion.

·       Understanding of diverse cultural views especially within West Africa, with sensitivity to group differences; ability to challenge bias and to practice tolerance and empathy.

·       Ability to listen actively, consider people’s concerns and apply judgement, tact, and diplomacy.

·       Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive interactive environment that benefits from diverse strengths.

·       Ability and responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

·       Ability to encourage, empower, and advocate for people in an unbiased and transparent manner.

·       Knowledge of ECOWAS institutions, sectors, programs, and policies.

·       Knowledge of ECOWAS internal operational requirements of programs, projects, services and systems required to achieve work assignments and meet performance goals.

·       Knowledge of rules and procedures of ECOWAS associated assigned responsibilities and ability to explain these clearly to others.

·       Knowledge of the ECOWAS culture, structures and performance issues and priorities impacting assigned responsibilities.

·       Knowledge of member states development trends, indicators, challenges and opportunities as it relates to project/program assigned to own position.

·       Ability to study data/information from a variety of sources, identify anomalies, trends and issues, present findings, and make recommendations.

·       Ability to break down problems or processes into key parts to identify and solve gaps in service, quality assurance, compliance, and performance targets.

·       Knowledge of and ability to apply techniques to generate creative ideas and new approaches to meeting goals.

·       Ability to use evidence and research to inform policies and programs and identify relevant and appropriate sources of information, including stakeholders, regional institutions and/or internal committees.

·       Remonstrate operational computer proficiency using appropriate tools.

·       Ability to make sound use of graphics and tables to effectively present numerical data to write semi-complex technical reports/proposals and edit/check templates, letters, etc.

·       Ability to convey information clearly and concisely in a succinct and organized manner through both writing and verbal means.

·       Exhibit interpersonal skills, make presentations, express opinions and debate ideas with others in a constructive manner.

·       Proficiency in information communication technologies (ICT).

·       Fluency in oral and written expressions in one of the ECOWAS official languages of the Community (English, French & Portuguese). Knowledge of an additional one will be an added advantage.

·       Ability to develop, implement an individual action plan for achieving specific work goals.

·        Identify, organize, and monitor tasks throughout to facilitate execution.

·       Ability to contribute and/or lead on projects as per accepted project management standards and techniques, to co-ordinate contributions by others to set and meet deadlines.

·       Ability to organize work, set priorities, and work within timelines, giving attention to details, stakeholders, indicators, and risks.

·       Ability to identify, collect and assess indicators to monitor performance and to take proactive remedial action as required.