Radio Frequency Specialist: Radio Communications - Centurion at The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA)

Purpose of the job

• The RF Specialist performs analysis that is required to select the most appropriate frequencies for radiocommunications systems during the coordination and assignment of frequency spectrum. 
• Ensure that the networks, in terms of design, are technically capable of meeting the prescribed regulatory requirements. 
• Process radio frequency applications by assigning appropriate radio frequency(ies) using interference analysis software and applicable standards. Coordinate radio frequency use with affected neighbouring countries. 
• Develop draft radio frequency plans/regulations/standards for industry comments, participation in public hearings and preparing reasons documents for the decisions taken. 
• Notification and registration of frequencies, performing international coordination, queries, and reports.

Key Outputs: 
The successful candidate will report to the Manager: Radio Communications and the responsibilities include: 

• Development and implementation of the National frequency band plan 
• Conducts frequency assignments
• Management of radio frequency spectrum 
• Database management
• Addressing interference queries from internal and external stakeholders 
• Assist the Enforcement and Compliance department to resolve interference and non-compliance 
• Authorisation of frequency use for short term visits by foreign dignitaries 
• Participation in Committees of Council dealing with regulation formulation processes 
• Contribute by reading and providing analysis of industry submissions 
• Participate in deliberations, workshops, public hearings and reasons document formulation.

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (NQF L7) 
• Minimum of 4 years Radio frequency planning experience 
• The use of radio frequency planning software tools would be an added advantage. 

Key Competencies and Attributes: 

• Achievement Orientation 
• Adaptability 
• Analytical Thinking 
• Attention to detail 
• Problem Solving 
• Continuous Learning 
• Creativity and Innovation 
• Resilience 
• Writing skills 
• Project Management 
• Enforcement 
• Competent in the use of software applications for word processing, spreadsheet analysis, radio frequency planning tools, and map reading/analysis tools 
• International and national radio spectrum regulations 
• Database Management 
• Knowledge of radio propagation techniques.