2 Positions at KT Rwanda Networks Ltd: (Deadline 31 March 2021)

2 Positions at KT Rwanda Networks Ltd: (Deadline 31 March 2021)

FOC Engineer at KT Rwanda Networks Ltd: (Deadline 31 March 2021)

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 positions below:

Position: FOC Engineer (1):

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform network expansion design
• Analyze and plan for network optimization and upgrade.
• Ensure the effective installation, maintenance, and operation of the Fiber network
• Review of quotations and drawings for new fiber installation.
• Ensure SLA to KTRN customers are met
• Provide advanced technical support for most critical faulty cases to the customers
• Supervise and guide FOC technicians to ensure the quality of services.
• Plan for Fiber network maintenance
• Work closely with the supervisor in long term planning.
• Provide technical assistance and guide for the new related project implementation
• Perform Fiber optic cable installation activities that include among others, splicing in manhole, termination in ODF or OTP, ODF/OTP fixation, and ensuring the cable arrangement indoor/outdoor and in manhole as well.
• Testing on a variety of equipment and analyze results for future network plan
• Ensure the documentation of FOC network routes are updated and accurate
• Have a good experience working with some designing tools like ACAD and Google maps
• Familiarity with Regulator’s guidelines related to FOC installation
• Supervision of FOC works and services done by contractors.
• 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, Lasor 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.
• Able to monitor and provide technical support 24 hours / 7 days.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and initiative.
• 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

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letters accompanied with their CVs and copies of certified Degree(s), Copy of ID, on line 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 March, 31^th 2021, 5:00pm.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

KTRN Management

FOC Technician at KT Rwanda Networks Ltd: (Deadline 31 March 2021)

KT Rwanda Networks Ltd (KTRN LTD) KG 7 Avenue, 7th Floor Kigali Heights Building PO Box 5440, Kigali – Rwanda Email: recruits@ktrn.rw JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Opening date: March 17, 2021 Closing date: March 31, 2021 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 positions below: Position: FOC Technician (1):

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision& Inspection of Fiber relocation and make sure that the relocated fiber meets the fiber installation standards.
• Survey & design the changes to be made during the relocation based on the new road designs provided by the road constructor.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain Fiber network.
• Perform site survey for new fiber connections and preparation of BoQ and Drawings.
• Provide first line FOC support to customers within their operating regions (project area).
•  Ensure Fiber network infrastructure documentation of the Relocated segment.
• Perform supervision and Inspection on the new sites connections that are ongoing within their operating area
• Ensure the regular FOC route status checkup within their operating regions to ensure that KTRN infrastructure will not be exposed on the risk of damage and report the FOC route status on a monthly basic.
•  Familiarity with Regulator’s guidelines related to FOC installation
•  Project management and contract negotiation
• 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 1 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 2 years of experience in the installation of fiber optic infrastructure, and indicate reference companies where the FOC works were performed.
•  Having fiber troubleshooting, Analytical and strategic skills.
•  Having knowledge of OTDR, splicing machine, etc.
•  A person of proven integrity, highly motivated, innovative, and a team player
•  Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and initiatives.
• Project management skills and contract negotiation ability
• Willing to work under pressure, during nights and weekends, and willingness to work in all sorts of weather.
• Ensure Fiber network infrastructure documentation of the Relocated segment.
•  Perform supervision and Inspection on the new sites connections that are ongoing within their operating area
• Ensure the regular FOC route status checkup within their operating regions to ensure that KTRN infrastructure will not be exposed on the risk of damage and report the FOC route status on a monthly basic.
• Documentation of the Relocated segment.
• Perform supervision and Inspection on the new sites connections that are ongoing within their operating area
• Ensure the regular FOC route status checkup within their operating regions to ensure that KTRN infrastructure will not be exposed on the risk of damage and report the FOC route status on a monthly basic.
•  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 driving license of Category B would be added advantage Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letters accompanied with their CVs and copies of certified Degree(s), Copy of ID, on line addressed to the Human Resources management of KTRN, located at KG 7 Avenue, 7th Kigali Heights, to the below email: recruits@ktrn.rw

The deadline for submission of applications is scheduled on March, 31th 2021, 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. KTRN Management