Safaricom
Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya.
We
are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain
talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the
opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our
services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community.
2G Radio Access Network Optimization Engineer
Ref: TECHOLOGY-2GOSE-JUN 2013
Ref: TECHOLOGY-2GOSE-JUN 2013
We
are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Regional Network Operation
Department-Western Region within the Technology Division.
In
keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets
the criteria indicated below:
Reporting
to the Senior Manager-RAN Optimization (Rift, Western & Nyanza), the role
hold will manage, coordinate and execute 2G network projects, 2G Radio network
Quality optimization, 2G KPI’s monitoring, 2G Network Capacity Provision , 2G
Site database update and parameter standardization, Nominal Cell Planning and
documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, Manage and
coordinate assigned 2G network projects while ensuring project timelines
and standards are met, all project reports and documentation are complete
and timely;
- Analyze traffic
trends; manage Network Quality MOS (Mean Opinion Score), Drops (TCH &
SD), BCCH/None BCCH Quality, PS & CS Capacity, Manage site coverage
and Transmission (IP & TDM) Capacity dimensioning;
- Carryout Regular
Frequency retunes using an AFP Tool, LAC Planning and BSIC Planning;
- Optimize
existing 2G sites in accordance with the agreed triggers for capacity,
quality and coverage sites.
- Release accurate
nominal plans, redesigns and integration parameters;
- Review and
resolve issues picked on quality KPI’s on drive test, scanners and
customer complains;
- Trigger
corrective optimization plans and manage to completion in a timely
schedule;
- Perform routine
audit on sites;
- Maintain
standards/2G parameter rules on all radio database parameters; Carryout
Regular parameter reviews and research to enhance system performance and
subscriber experience.
- Prioritize
customer complaints and provide a solution/ recommendation within the
agreed time frame. Identify and forestall potential complaint areas;
- Identify
potential bottlenecks in the 2G end to end network and escalate to Core CS
& PS related concerns;
Role
requirements
- A Bachelor’s
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Science, with an emphasis
in Radio communications;
- 2 years of
experience in telecommunication with a minimum of 1year UMTS hands–on
experience in Radio Network planning;
- Proficient in
use of Radio Optimization tools such as Actix, Nemo and TEMS;
- Knowledge in
RDBMS such as SQL and a programming language;
- Practical
knowledge on use of radio planning tools and nominal cell planning;
- Candidates with
experience in Siemens or Huawei 2G equipment will have an added advantage;
- Practical
knowledge of 2G, 2.5G network a must;
- Knowledge in
3G,WImax, tele-traffic Engineering and IP Certification (CCNA) is an added
advantage;
Note: This position is
located in the Western Region of Kenya and the offices are based in
Kisumu-Kiboswa area.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Thursday 27th June 2013.
The Head of Talent and Resourcing,
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Thursday 27th June 2013.
The Head of Talent and Resourcing,
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi
via
E-mail to internalapplication@safaricom.co.ke