Job ID
46404
Job Title
Radio Operator
To work for
The HALO Trust
Country
Syria
City
Edleb
Field of Work
Telecommunications - Operations - Administrative
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Role Overview
The Radio Operator acts as the primary communications focal point for the unit during working hours, as directed by the Unit Commander or their Deputy. The role is responsible for maintaining continuous and reliable communication between field operations and Unit HQ, ensuring accurate recording of all communications, and supporting operational safety, coordination, and reporting within the Area of Operations (AO).
Key Responsibilities
•Act as the communications focal point for the unit during assigned working hours.
•Maintain all forms of telecommunications (Radio and WhatsApp) with all HALO assets operating within the Unit AO.
•Accurately pass information to and from field teams and maintain a clear, complete, and up-to-date written radio log.
•Monitor and record all radio and WhatsApp communications.
•Ensure all information received from the field is correctly documented.
•Maintain daily attendance records for all operational field staff, including:
o Non-Technical Survey (NTS) teams
o Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) teams
o Clearance teams
•Act as the focal point between the field and the office in the event of:
o Accidents
o Safety incidents
o Situations requiring senior management involvement
•Track vehicles using GPS tracking systems to ensure compliance with HALO internal regulations and Syrian laws (once systems are available).
•Report any unplanned field situations, anomalies, or breaches of communication procedures to the Unit Commander or Deputy Unit Commander.
•Carry out any other duties assigned by senior management in support of programme operations.
The Radio Operator acts as the primary communications focal point for the unit during working hours, as directed by the Unit Commander or their Deputy. The role is responsible for maintaining continuous and reliable communication between field operations and Unit HQ, ensuring accurate recording of all communications, and supporting operational safety, coordination, and reporting within the Area of Operations (AO).
Key Responsibilities
•Act as the communications focal point for the unit during assigned working hours.
•Maintain all forms of telecommunications (Radio and WhatsApp) with all HALO assets operating within the Unit AO.
•Accurately pass information to and from field teams and maintain a clear, complete, and up-to-date written radio log.
•Monitor and record all radio and WhatsApp communications.
•Ensure all information received from the field is correctly documented.
•Maintain daily attendance records for all operational field staff, including:
o Non-Technical Survey (NTS) teams
o Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) teams
o Clearance teams
•Act as the focal point between the field and the office in the event of:
o Accidents
o Safety incidents
o Situations requiring senior management involvement
•Track vehicles using GPS tracking systems to ensure compliance with HALO internal regulations and Syrian laws (once systems are available).
•Report any unplanned field situations, anomalies, or breaches of communication procedures to the Unit Commander or Deputy Unit Commander.
•Carry out any other duties assigned by senior management in support of programme operations.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge
The Radio Operator must demonstrate knowledge of:
•Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), orders, and instructions.
•Regulations, guidelines, and normative documents related to organisational activities and record keeping.
•Organisational structure and record management systems.
•Methods of document processing and execution.
•Proper use of communication equipment and technical devices.
•Principles of professional ethics, business communication, and work organisation.
•Labour safety rules and regulations.
The Radio Operator must demonstrate knowledge of:
•Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), orders, and instructions.
•Regulations, guidelines, and normative documents related to organisational activities and record keeping.
•Organisational structure and record management systems.
•Methods of document processing and execution.
•Proper use of communication equipment and technical devices.
•Principles of professional ethics, business communication, and work organisation.
•Labour safety rules and regulations.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Skills and Personal Characteristics
•Good written and verbal communication skills in Arabic (Syrian dialect) and English.
•Strong ability to multitask and respond flexibly to changing situations.
•Understanding of the Syrian conflict and political context.
•Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
•Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn new software.
•Strong commitment to HALO’s core values, standards, and policies.
•Ability to work appropriately within the local cultural and legal framework.
•Commitment to safeguarding principles and HALO’s safeguarding policy.
•Compliance with HALO’s health and safety procedures at all times.
•Good written and verbal communication skills in Arabic (Syrian dialect) and English.
•Strong ability to multitask and respond flexibly to changing situations.
•Understanding of the Syrian conflict and political context.
•Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
•Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office; willingness to learn new software.
•Strong commitment to HALO’s core values, standards, and policies.
•Ability to work appropriately within the local cultural and legal framework.
•Commitment to safeguarding principles and HALO’s safeguarding policy.
•Compliance with HALO’s health and safety procedures at all times.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Reports to: Operation Manager
- Duration: Six months, renewable subject to the availability of funding.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Reports to: Operation Manager
- Duration: Six months, renewable subject to the availability of funding.
About us
HALO Trust is the world’s largest humanitarian organization specializing in mine action. It is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-religious organization headquartered in the United Kingdom. The organization’s mission is to protect lives and restore livelihoods for communities affected by conflict by removing landmines and explosive remnants of war, enabling communities and countries to recover safely.
HALO is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. All recruitment processes are conducted with full transparency, and selection is based solely on competence and the ability to perform the tasks. The organization encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for positions.
HALO has been operating in Syria since 2016, implementing humanitarian mine action activities, including survey, mine clearance, and explosive ordnance risk education. The program is currently undergoing an expansion phase due to recent developments in Syria, which have created broader opportunities for humanitarian mine clearance organizations to work inside the country.
HALO is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. All recruitment processes are conducted with full transparency, and selection is based solely on competence and the ability to perform the tasks. The organization encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for positions.
HALO has been operating in Syria since 2016, implementing humanitarian mine action activities, including survey, mine clearance, and explosive ordnance risk education. The program is currently undergoing an expansion phase due to recent developments in Syria, which have created broader opportunities for humanitarian mine clearance organizations to work inside the country.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Jan 15, 2026
Expiry Date
Feb 14, 2026
CV Language
English
