Global Telecommunications Program Manager

UN Secretariat; Valencia; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL SERVICE CENTRE (UNGSC) in Valencia, Spain, seeks a Telecommunications Officer to manage the mission's Communications Unit, lead telecom system design and timely work programs, and coordinate multi‑mission projects across regions.

The role requires an advanced degree in telecommunications engineering or equivalent, strong leadership, budgeting, procurement, and inter‑agency collaboration skills, with English and French as working languages.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in telecommunications engineering or related field; alternatively a first-level degree with two additional years of qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Communications Unit, ensuring timely completion of work programs.
• Oversee design and implementation of major telecommunications systems and networks.
• Coordinate multiple projects across missions and regions.
• Coach and evaluate staff, plan work assignments, and provide mentorship.
• Manage budgets, procurements, and contract negotiations.
• Provide emergency communications capabilities and asset management.
• Collaborate with other UN agencies to enhance inter‑agency operations.

Skills

Telecommunications design

Project management

Team leadership

Budget management

Inter‑agency coordination

IT/networking knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in telecommunications engineering

Alternative: first-level degree + 2 years experience

Tools

Satellite ground stations

WAN/data center networking

Video conferencing

Job description

UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL SERVICE CENTRE (UNGSC) in Valencia, Spain, seeks a Telecommunications Officer to manage the mission's Communications Unit, lead telecom system design and timely work programs, and coordinate multi‑mission projects across regions.

The role requires an advanced degree in telecommunications engineering or equivalent, strong leadership, budgeting, procurement, and inter‑agency collaboration skills, with English and French as working languages.