Head, Data Processing Section - P.4 - International Telecommunication Union job vacancy, Geneva

Head, Data Processing Section - P.4

The Radiocommunication Bureau (BR) is responsible for the application of the Radio Regulations and for technical and administrative support of ITU World and Regional Radiocommunication Conferences, Radiocommunication Assemblies and Study Groups. The Bureau also carries out the international regulatory processes for registration of frequency assignments and satellite orbits and assists administrations in their coordination and implementation of frequency spectrum and orbit requirements as well as in resolving cases of harmful interference. It provides the specialised technical secretariat for the work of the Radiocommunication Study Groups and the Radiocommunication Assembly in the development of recommendations for spectrum utilisation and radio system characteristics. The BR is organised into four Departments: Space Services Department, Terrestrial Services Department, Informatics, Administration and Publications Department and the Study Group Department.

Within the Radiocommunication Bureau, the Terrestrial Services Department (TSD) comprises three Divisions: Broadcasting Services Division (BCD), Fixed and Mobile Services Division (FMD), Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division (TPR). The Department is responsible for the application of the ITU Radio Regulations through the processing of frequency assignments notified by ITU Member States for terrestrial services both from a regulatory and technical point of view. In addition, the Department is responsible for the application of procedures associated with World and Regional Plans. It also provides assistance to ITU Member States on frequency selection and the treatment of cases of harmful interference. It is responsible for the application of operational and administrative provisions of the Radio Regulations, including safety of life aspects of the Aeronautical and Maritime Services. The Department edits and publishes all Terrestrial data publications. TSD also carries out studies and other activities for the preparation of World and Regional Radiocommunication Conferences.

Within the Terrestrial Services Department, under the supervision of the Head, Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division (TPR), the incumbent performs the following duties:

• Manages and coordinates all activities of the Data Processing Section, in relation with notice forms or information received from administrations for publication, including registration, verification, correspondence with administrations, preparation, loading and validation of data, keeping of reference data files, certification of correct processing and confirmation of data with a view to publication and subsequent processing.
• Organizes the operations necessary for carrying out the tasks relating to the different computer systems used in the Division.
• Constantly monitors the quality of operation of those parts of the computer systems used in the Division and proposes improvements of the systems; updates the validation rules applied in the various systems.
• Participates in the development of new software for processing of frequency assignment notices, carries out tests and makes recommendations concerning improvements to be made to the software.
• Organizes BR activities in the framework of the International Monitoring System (IMS) relative to regular and special monitoring programmes, ensuring timely handling of received monitoring information, analyzing available monitoring data, preparing complete summaries, keeping up to date the capture, validation and publication used for those purposes.
• Helps the Head of the Division to implement decisions taken by conferences and meetings within the purview of the Division, makes analytical studies of decisions in cooperation with the Services/Divisions concerned and drafts circular letters to administrations in connection therewith.
• Assists the Head of the Division in preparations for radio conferences and where appropriate attends such conferences.
• Participates in the identification of the computer support necessary to cover the internal needs of the Division.
• Carries out other related duties as required.


		Qualifications:		Doctorate
		Experience:		10 years +
		Languages:		French : Speak Fluently English : Speak / Write Fluently
		Job-Type:		fixed-term
		Remuneration:		120`000 - 160`000 (Annual salary) CHF
		Permit Type:		International
		Region:		Geneva

- Advanced university degree in telecommunications engineering, computer sciences or related fields (science/engineering, electrical/electronic engineering), with some specialization in radiocommunication, or education in a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of an advanced university degree in one of the above-mentioned fields. A first university degree in one of the above fields in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree in case no suitable candidate with an advanced degree is identified.
- At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in the field of radiocommunications, including experience in the application of the Radio Regulations and three years of experience at national or international level. Experience in managing staff would be an advantage.
- Excellent knowledge of one of the six official languages of the ITU (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) and very good knowledge of a second language. The knowledge of a third language would be an advantage. (Under the provisions of Resolution No. 626 of the Council, a relaxation of the language requirements may be authorized in the case of candidates from developing countries.)
- Knowledge of the processing of technical data and other information with the use of mainframe computers using relational data base systems on mainframe and/or client-server architecture is required. Experience in programming microcomputers is desirable.
- Ability to organize work in a team, dynamism, spirit of initiative and strong motivation.

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