FOC Engineer at KT Rwanda Networks Ltd: (Deadline 11 December 2024)

JOB ADVERTISEMENT:

Background:

KT Rwanda Networks, Ltd (“KTRN Ltd”) is a licensed company that has been incorporated under the laws and regulations of the Republic of Rwanda. The company is engaged in the business of providing & installing 4G LTE advanced technology within Rwanda.

In order to effectively accomplish its business objectives, KTRN Ltd is looking for a qualified and competent candidate to fill the vacant position below:

Position: FOC Engineer (1) – FOC Team

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Fiber network expansion design and Planning.
• Effective coordination for the successful implementation of new Fiber installation projects and other related project.
• Coordination of preventive and curative maintenance across the whole fiber network.
• Be able to prepare quotations and drawings for new fiber installation.
• Ensure SLA to KTRN customers are met and follow up on customer notification.
• Provide advanced technical support for most critical faulty cases to the customers
• Plan for Fiber network maintenance and follow up the customer’s notifications of the downtime (if any).
• Work closely with the supervisor/ Line manager in long-term planning.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance for the new FOC projects implementation
• Perform Fiber optic cable installation activities that includes; splicing in manhole, Fiber terminations in ODF or OTP, ODF/OTP fixation, and ensuring the cable arrangement indoor/outdoor and in manholes.
• Testing on a variety of equipment and analyze results for future network plan.
• Ensure the documentation of FOC network routes are updated and accurate.
• Effectively supervise and monitor the sub-contractor’s/services providers’ activities and performances.
• Perform site surveys and prepare the bill of quantities and drawings for new fiber connections
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Competencies required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication, Computer Sciences, IT, or related field and having at least 3 years of experience in the installation of fiber optic infrastructure, and indicate reference companies where the FOC works were performed.
• At least A1 Certificate (Advanced Diploma) in Electronics, Telecommunications or related field and having at least 4 years of experience in the installation of fiber optic infrastructure, and indicate reference companies where the FOC works were performed.
• Having FOC troubleshooting skills; Analytical skills, Communication skills, and strategic thinking skills.
• Basic understanding of IP network topology.
• Be able to use all FOC technical tools like Splicing machine, OTDR, Power meter, Laser source, Fault locator.
• A person of proven integrity, highly motivated, innovative, and a team player
• Willing to work under pressure, during nights and weekends, and willingness to work in all sorts of weather.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and initiatives.
• Having good written and verbal communication skills.
• Should be fluent in English or French, with good communication skills of Kinyarwanda,
• Being available to start work immediately.
• Having certificate in Fiber Optic technology is added advantage.
• Having driving license of Category B would be added advantage.
• Have a good experience working with some designing tools like ACAD and Google maps.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letters accompanied with their CVs and copies of certified Degree(s) online addressed to the Human Resources management of KTRN, located at KG 7 Avenue, 7^th Kigali Heights, to the below email: recruits@ktrn.rw

The deadline for submission of applications is scheduled on 11^th/12/2024. Only at 5pm shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

KTRN Management