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• Distributes incoming cables, messages,
  and other communication in accordance with established instructions;
• Ensures that all communications handed
  to him/her for transmission are properly prepared and authorized and
  promptly transmitted;
• Selects the most efficient and economic
  means for the transmission of messages, taking into consideration the
  nature and priority of communications to be transmitted;
• Maintains a station log where all
  occurrences related to the operation of the telecommunication equipment
  are entered;
• Ensures that no unauthorised
  communications are exchanged on the network;
• Ensures that all the equipment placed
  under his/her responsibility is maintained in good working condition;
• Supports new staff members in the proper
  operation of telecommunication equipment;
• Performs secretarial functions, such as
  handling paper work on routine, matters, arranges appointment/meetings
  both internally and externally, screening telephone calls, types a wide
  variety of materials from drafts, printed text, using a word processor.
• May assist in making Travel
  arrangements. 

• The ideal candidate for the United
  Nations UNHCR Telecoms Operator job placement should have completed
  secondary education with training or Certificate in radio/telecommunications.
• At least two years previous job
  experience
• Good communication skills (written and
  oral). 
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of
  a team but also independently, in a multi-cultural environment. 
• Knowledge of the UN system. 
• Ability to work in remote areas.
• English language is essential for the
  work of the post.

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