Telecommunications Rigging and Microwave Specialist

Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Organization: CTG (Committed To Good) Closing date: 11 Sep 2026 Overview of position Our client provides mission-wide communications and information technology services in support of MONUSCO operations. The Infrastructure Support Unit manages critical telecommunications infrastructure, including microwave transmission systems, communications towers, antenna systems, radio networks, satellite communications, and supporting power infrastructure located throughout the Mission Area. Microwave communications systems constitute a critical component of MONUSCO's communications backbone, providing connectivity between mission locations where commercial telecommunications services are unavailable or unreliable. These systems support mission command and control, operational coordination, safety communications, information systems, and service delivery across geographically dispersed locations. The Microwave and Telecommunications Rigging Specialist provides technical expertise for the installation, operation, maintenance, and optimization of microwave transmission infrastructure, communication towers, antenna systems, waveguide installations, feeder systems, and associated telecommunications equipment. The incumbent serves as the technical lead for tower climbing, rigging operations, infrastructure inspections, and implementation of telecommunications infrastructure projects. Role objectives The Telecommunications Tower/Rigging and Microwave Specialist provides critical technical expertise necessary to maintain and expand the mission's telecommunications backbone. The position ensures the operational reliability of microwave transmission systems that connect mission locations and support essential communications services. Without this position, the mission would face: • Reduced maintenance capacity for microwave infrastructure. • Delays in restoration of communications services following outages. • Increased dependence on contractors for critical telecommunications functions. • Reduced oversight of tower safety and rigging activities. • Delays in implementation of telecommunications infrastructure projects. • Increased operational risks associated with remote-site communications. • Loss of critical technical knowledge and engineering expertise. • Reduced business continuity for mission communications infrastructure. The position is therefore essential to maintaining mission-wide telecommunications connectivity, ensuring safe rigging operations, supporting infrastructure modernization initiatives, and sustaining reliable communications services in support of MONUSCO's mandate. Project reporting This role does not have reporting requirements. Key competencies Duties and Responsibilities A. Telecommunications Rigging Operations • Conduct practical antenna and feeder installation, including mounting, routing, securing, and connection of RF feeders and associated hardware. • Perform practical rigging, lifting, and hoisting operations for antennas, microwave equipment, feeders, waveguides, and related telecommunications infrastructure. • Install, inspect, maintain, and tension guy-wire systems and associated anchors in accordance with applicable engineering and safety requirements. • Demonstrate hands-on experience in the erection, installation, dismantling, and modification of telecommunications towers, including Rohn 45, or equivalent tower systems. • Perform tower climbing and rigging activities in accordance with safety standards. • Install, remove, relocate, and maintain antennas, microwave dishes, feeders, waveguides, and supporting structures. • Conduct telecommunications rigging activities on towers, masts, rooftops, and elevated structures. • Install antenna mounting systems and related support hardware. • Conduct antenna alignment and optimization activities. • Perform structural and tower condition assessments, identifying defects, damage, corrosion, guy-wire issues, and other conditions requiring corrective action. • Ensure all rigging activities comply with applicable safety regulations and engineering standards. • Coordinate lifting operations for telecommunications equipment installation. • Conduct site readiness inspections prior to installation projects. • Supervise contractor rigging activities when required. B. Microwave Systems Operations and Support • Install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot microwave communications systems. • Monitor performance and availability of mission microwave networks. • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance activities. • Diagnose and resolve microwave transmission faults and service interruptions. • Perform microwave path analysis and signal quality assessments. • Optimize microwave link performance and network reliability. • Support network expansion and connectivity projects. • Maintain operational documentation for microwave infrastructure. • Coordinate restoration activities during communication outages. • Support emergency telecommunications deployments when required. C. Telecommunications Infrastructure Support • Support operation and maintenance of telecommunications sites throughout the mission. • Perform routine inspections of communications facilities and infrastructure. • Monitor condition of towers, shelters, antenna systems, grounding systems, and supporting equipment. • Maintain accurate infrastructure records and inventories. • Coordinate repairs and upgrades of telecommunications facilities. • Assist in planning infrastructure expansion projects. • Monitor infrastructure performance trends and identify improvement opportunities. • Ensure compliance with telecommunications engineering standards. • Support disaster recovery and business continuity requirements. D. Engineering and Technical Assessments • Conduct technical site surveys and telecommunications feasibility studies. • Perform microwave path profiling and line-of-sight assessments. • Prepare engineering reports and technical recommendations. • Assess infrastructure requirements for new communications sites. • Review technical designs and engineering drawings. • Recommend solutions for improving communications performance and reliability. • Support spectrum management and frequency coordination activities. • Participate in acceptance testing of newly installed infrastructure. • Evaluate contractor-delivered telecommunications installations. E. Project Implementation Support • Participate in planning and implementation of mission telecommunications projects. • Assist in preparation of technical specifications for procurement activities. • Provide technical input to Statements of Work and Bills of Quantities. • Monitor project implementation schedules and milestones. • Coordinate deployment activities at project sites. • Conduct installation acceptance and quality assurance inspections. • Verify contractor compliance with technical requirements. • Prepare implementation progress reports. • Support project closure and handover activities. F. Safety and Compliance • Ensure compliance with climbing and fall-protection safety requirements. • Conduct job hazard assessments before tower activities. • Inspect climbing equipment and safety gear. • Maintain safety documentation and inspection records. • Implement telecommunications tower safety standards. • Promote safe working practices among staff and contractors. • Report safety incidents, hazards, and near misses. • Participate in safety audits and inspections. • Ensure compliance with UN occupational safety requirements. G. Contractor and Vendor Coordination • Provide technical supervision of contractors engaged in telecommunications infrastructure projects. • Verify quality of contractor installations and maintenance work. • Participate in contractor performance reviews. • Coordinate access to telecommunications sites. • Support equipment inspections and acceptance procedures. • Monitor vendor service delivery against contractual obligations. • Assist in technical evaluation of telecommunications proposals. H. Asset Management • Maintain inventory records for microwave and telecommunications infrastructure. • Verify asset registration and accountability. • Conduct periodic asset inspections and reconciliations. • Monitor lifecycle requirements for communications equipment. • Support replacement planning for aging infrastructure. • Assist in asset verification exercises and audits. • Ensure accurate documentation of equipment deployments and transfers. I. Reporting and Documentation • Maintain technical documentation relating to microwave systems and tower infrastructure. • Prepare maintenance reports and service records. • Document faults, outages, corrective actions, and lessons learned. • Prepare infrastructure assessment reports. • Support management reporting and performance monitoring activities. • Update drawings, diagrams, and technical databases. • Maintain site inspection records and safety documentation. Technical Skills The candidate should demonstrate expertise in: Microwave Systems • PDH and SDH microwave systems • IP microwave transmission technologies • Carrier-grade telecommunications equipment • RF propagation analysis • Link budget calculations • Antenna systems Rigging and Tower Operations • Practical antenna and RF feeder installation • Rigging equipment inspection and safe-use practices • Tower erection, dismantling, modification, and structural/tower condition assessment. Guy-wire installation, inspection, and tensioning systems • Rohn 45, or equivalent telecommunications tower systems • Telecommunications rigging techniques • Tower climbing and rescue • Fall protection systems • Structural inspections • Hoisting and lifting operations • Antenna mounting systems Telecommunications Infrastructure • Radio communications systems • Satellite communications systems • Transmission networks • Network infrastructure • Grounding and lightning protection • Power systems supporting telecommunications Software Tools • Pathloss or equivalent microwave planning software • Network monitoring systems • Spectrum analysis tools • Microsoft Office 365 • GIS tools (desirable) Mandatory Certifications • The incumbent should possess one or more of the following: • Tower Climbing Certification • Telecommunications Rigging Certification • Fall Protection Certification • Tower Rescue Certification • RF Safety Certification • First Aid Certification • Occupational Health and Safety Certification Competencies • Professionalism • Planning and Organizing • Accountability • Technical Expertise • Teamwork • Client Orientation • Safety Awareness • Communication • Problem Solving Results Orientation Team management This role does not have Team Management. Further information Expected Results The incumbent will be expected to achieve: • High availability of mission microwave communications infrastructure. • Reliable telecommunications services supporting mission operations. • Timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance activities. • Safe execution of rigging and tower-climbing operations. • Effective implementation of telecommunications infrastructure projects. • Improved network connectivity and transmission reliability. • Compliance with engineering and safety standards. • Reduced communications outages and downtime. • Accurate technical documentation and infrastructure records. • Effective management of telecommunications assets and infrastructure. How to apply https://app.tayohr.io/jobs/detail/vac-71610-telecommunications-rigging-and-microwave-specialist-70296