ICT Project Support At CTG (Committed To Good)

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position

• CTG is looking for candidates whose experience match the below TOR.

Role objectives

• Telecommunications tower site selection: Conduct site surveys & select appropriate locations for the construction of telecom towers (both self support & guy wired structures of various heights), ensuring clear lines of sight between sites & accounting for environmental factors such as proximity to high tension power lines, airports & high rise buildings.
• Site planning & layout: Plan & design the layout of telecom tower sites, ensuring efficient space allocation for tower structures & associated systems.
• Construction of tower structure foundations: Able to do the construction of strong, secure foundations for both self supporting & guy wired telecommunications towers.
• Erection of telecommunications towers: Oversee the erection of telecommunications towers, ensuring they comply with safety standards & maintain structural integrity.
• Installation of transmission lines & antenna systems: Install transmission lines, antennas & communication systems at elevated heights on towers, including microwave antennas, LTE wireless systems, satellite antennas & UAV systems.
• Periodic modification & structural maintenance: Perform regular inspections, modifications & maintenance on telecommunications towers & systems to ensure adherence to global operational & safety standards.
• Antenna alignment: Align antenna systems at height to maintain optimal performance & ensure effective signal transmission.
• Inspection for safety compliance: Conduct inspections of tower structures & support systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations & industry standards.
• Installation of tower safety protection systems: Install safety protection systems for telecommunications networks, ensuring the utility & related infrastructure are protected.
• Work at height safety regulations: Implement & strictly adhere to safety regulations & protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & fall arrest systems when working at height.

Project reporting

• This role will report to the line manager.

Key competencies

• High school diploma in a relevant discipline or equivalent field is required, additional technical or vocational training in telecommunications or related fields is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in telecommunications rigging, including site selection, tower erection & the installation of telecommunication antennas & transmission lines.
• A valid rigging certification is mandatory.
• Fluency in English (oral & written) is required.
• Basic knowledge of French is an advantage.

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Applicants must attach copies of their certification to be considered for the position.
• The role requires physical fitness & the ability to work long hours in physically demanding conditions such as working at heights on towers & in hot weather.
• This position requires a commitment to safety, a strong attention to detail & the ability to work effectively in challenging environments.
• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.