The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Purpose of the Position:

The purpose of this post is to provide support in the administration of the UNICC’s Virtualization infrastructure as well as customer dedicated  infrastructures.

Objectives of the Programme:

The objective of the Centre is to provide trusted ICT services and digital business solutions to its Clients and Partner Organizations.

Main duties and responsibilities:

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Platform services Team Lead (OPBO) in the Platform and Infrastructure Operations Unit, within the Operations Division (OP). The incumbent will perform the  following duties but not limited to:

Design and Implementation:

• Configure, install , and maintain Linux operating systems across different distributions, including Red Hat, Oracle Linux, and Ubuntu
• Under guidance of the team lead, set up and implement solutions to meet the organization’s Linux needs

System Administration:

• Perform regular system updates, patch management, and configuration changes across various Linux distributions
• Ensure the security of the Linux infrastructure by implementing best practices and maintaining compliance with industry standards

Monitoring and Optimization:

• Monitor the performance and health of Linux systems
• Perform performance tuning and optimization of Linux environments
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks and performance issues proactively

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for issues related to Linux environments
• Resolve incidents and problems, ensuring minimal downtime and impact on business operations

Automation and Scripting:

• Use and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline administrative tasks
• Implement automation solutions for provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring

Collaboration and Communication:

• Under guidance of the team lead, collaborate with other IT teams, stakeholders, and vendors to plan and execute Linux-related projects
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, providing updates on project status, issues, and resolutions
• Following the unit’s best practices, provide training and guidance to junior team members and other staff as needed

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Linux technologies and best practices
• Evaluate new technologies and tools that could enhance the Linux infrastructure

Project Management:

• Participate in Linux-related projects
• Manage project timelines, resources, and risks effectively

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of the Linux infrastructure and related processes
• Prepare and present regular reports on the performance, capacity, and health of the Linux environment

Other:

• Provide other ad hoc support either within the team or in other teams as required – this includes the participation in special projects or support to service delivery for short period of time on a part-time or full-time basis upon request from the senior management
• The incumbent may be required to act as  Officer-In-Charge of the team, during the absence of the Team Leader

Experience and Skills required:

Essential:

• Minimum eight (8) years of relevant IT work experience with Linux system administration. A completed university degree from an accredited institution will be counted towards minimum work experience requirements
• Proven track record of working with multiple Linux distributions, including Red Hat, Oracle Linux, and Ubuntu
• Proficiency in managing and administering Linux servers, including installation, configuration, and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of Linux file systems, networking, and security
• Expertise with scripting languages such as Python and Ansible for automation and task management
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of Linux environments
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex Linux-related issues
• Experience with patch management and system updates

Desirable:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

Education:

Essential:

• Successful completion of secondary school education or its equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in IT

Desirable:

• Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Oracle Linux Certified Implementation Specialist, or similar Linux certifications
• ITIL, ISO20000, PRINCE2 certifications

Languages:

• English: Expert knowledge is required
• Knowledge of the local language of the Duty Station will be an advantage

UNICC Global Competencies:

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective relationships with colleagues and team members. Deals constructively with conflicts.
• Communicating: Expresses oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others; listens actively. Produces effective written communications. Ensures that information is shared.
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Demonstrates the ability to work constructively with people of all backgrounds and orientations. Respects differences and ensures that all can contribute.
• Knowing and managing yourself: Manages ambiguity and pressure in a self-reflective way. Uses criticism as a development opportunity. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Producing results: Produces and delivers quality results. Is action oriented and committed to achieving outcomes.
• Moving forward in a changing environment: Is open to and proposes new approaches and ideas. Adapts and responds positively to change.

Eligibility:

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.

Compensation:

Annual Salary Estimation (net of tax at single rate):

• Valencia, Spain: EUR 48,769

UNICC also offers generous leave and absence allowances, flexible working hours, overtime compensation, teleworking, access to training, and depending on eligibility other benefits such as relocation grant, dependency allowance, language allowance, or education grant.

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Geneva Time) on 29 October 2024.

Notes:

• Technical and/or personality tests may be carried out as part of the selection process
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
• Though you may not be selected for this advertised position, the UNICC will keep your application in a roster if your profile is deemed to be of potential interest for the Centre. You may thus be solicited by our HR department to participate in an interview for another position

Please inform us should you require any specific accommodation to facilitate your application

The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

For applications to be valid, they must contain a motivation letter and the filled Personal History Form.