Engineer at Telkom Kenya

Reporting to: Manager in relevant sub-function

Band: 2.2

The incumbent will be responsible for planning, designing and implementing the IP networks MPBN (Mobile Packet Backbone Network), Fixed access network, Internet gateway and Mobile Backhaul.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Design IP network for new elements and services to be added
• Create KPIs for new products/services
• Analyze the IP network on a weekly basis against the KPI
• Minimize network and service impact for any change and scheduling all planned works
• Create and update handover system configuration documentation after software/hardware upgrade
• Analyze the effect of a new/improvement change before & after implementation
• Provide recommendation reports to Identify opportunities for improvement and optimization of existing services
• Act as a point of escalation for operational issues
• Stay abreast of best practise through self-development.
• Mentor junior members of the IP networks team.
• Execute the People Management strategy of the business through compliance with all HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the cost saving targets of the function
• Evaluate the cost impact of initiatives before executing same
• Understand customer expectations to ensure service delivery is aligned to same

Academic / Professional Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications and Information engineering, Electronic and computer engineering, Electrical and electronic engineering, Information technology, or any-related technical degree from a recognized institution.
• CCNA-SP,CCNP-SP,JNCIA-SP,JNCIA-SEC,ITIL or any other equivalent certification
• 3-5 years’ experience in design, implementation, operation and maintenance of telecommunications networks

Professional Knowledge

• Understanding of the business and technological issues that impact on telecommunications & technology.
• Thorough grounding in telecommunications network design and implementation.
• Proficient in routing protocols OSPF,ISIS, BGP and L2 & L3 MPLS VPNs
• Conversant with carrier Ethernet technical specifications E-line, E-LAN and E tree
• Conversant with ITIL framework approach to IT service management
• Developing HLD,LLD and MoP documents
• Conversant with MEF’s third network
• Understanding of GSM network architecture

Professional Skills:

• Autonomy in a multicultural and multifunctional environment, ability to liaise with other entities and departments inside Telkom Kenya and outside Telkom Kenya
• Proactive and dynamic.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Efficient and results oriented
• Self-motivated person able to work under minimum supervision
• Excellent Organization and communication skills
• Proven Leadership Skills