Head, Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division (TPR)

Deadline for Applications (23:59 GMT +2:00): 19 December 2011 (9 day(s) until closing deadline) Duration of Contract: 2 years Type of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland Grade: P5

Organ: 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.

Organization Unit: 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.

Duties / Responsibilities

Plans and manages the Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division involving the management of staff and resources for the delivery of data processing and publication services relating to MARS and related maritime service publications, the BRIFIC, Monitoring, and HFBC in accordance with the Radio Regulations and Regional Agreements. Directs the development of the supporting operational framework for the delivery of TPR processing and publication services involving the development and updating of procedures, processes, work methods, specialized tools, software and data bases. Provides technical expertise to resolve complaints of harmful interference and plays a key role, as a representative of the BR, in discussions and negotiations with Member States to resolve these issues. Liaises and coordinates with other Divisions and Departments of the Radiocommunication Bureau and the General Secretariat on technical and management issues and the development of recommendations/solutions as well as works with and provides technical expertise, advice, and assistance to Member States. Directs and/or prepares a variety of reports and documents in preparation for the WRC and represents TPR in conferences, assemblies, meetings and working groups as required. Plans and organizes the technical and regulatory aspects of seminars and workshops presented by the BR and/or Administrations and makes presentations and/or provides related training. Plans and leads special projects/studies relating to the application of regulatory provisions of the Radio Regulations, etc. Performs other duties as required, such as preparing technical reports and other documents.

Qualifications required

Education: Advanced university degree in telecommunication engineering or engineering which includes a branch of telecommuncations, 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 fields above. For internal candidates, a first university degree in one of the fields above in combination with fifteen years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree for promotion or rotation purposes.

Experience: At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a radiocommunication service, or of a spectrum management service, including at least five at the international level and extensive experience in the application of the Radio Regulations; knowledge of activities of the ITU, particularly those of the Radiocommunications Bureau, is required. A Doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for three years of working experience.

Languages: Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) at advanced level and knowledge of a second official language at intermediate level. Knowledge of a third official 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: when candidates from such countries possess a thorough knowledge of one of the official languages of the Union, their applications may be taken into consideration.)

Competencies: Comprehensive understanding of ITU, the radiocommunications field, and the mandate of the TPR Division involving the various technical processing and regulatory functions, the Radio Regulations, and the various Regional Agreements to provide assistance to Administrations on the international management of the Radio Frequency Spectrum and to provide critical expertise in the resolution of complaints of harmful interference. Effective management skills to supervise various teams involved in the delivery of a variety of technical data processing, publication, and advisory services Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to provide technical/regulatory advice and assistance to Member States around the world as well as negotiate solutions and/or resolve major problems of harmful interference. Knowledge of processing technical data and other information using a variety of software and database systems.

Remuneration

Annual Salary: (Net of Tax) 169,805.- USD - 206,078.- USD without dependants 182,782.- USD - 224,019.- USD with dependants

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Interviews may be used as a form of screening.

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