Specialist: Technology Introduction at Telkom

Core Description    

• Responsible for the introduction and commissioning of new telecommunications technologies, systems and services. This includes POTN, Network Elements and technology lifecycle access. Required to provide high-level technical advice for the public telecommunications network, technologies and services and associated IT support systems, as well as high-level technical contribution to strategic, commercial and operational objectives. May also be responsible for high-level advice concerning technical consequences of telecommunications-related laws and regulations.

Competencies    
Functional Knowledge 

• Network and Product Technology
• New & existing telecommunication technologies
• Systems & Services
• Telecommunications related Laws & Regulations

Functional Skills

• Analytical
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Fault Analysis & Reporting
• Problem solving

Competencies (Behaviour)

• Interpersonal
• Negotiation Techniques
• Planning
•  Project Management

Competencies (Behaviour)

• Thought Leadership: Developing strategies/Providing insights; Generating ideas; Exploring possibilities; Examining information; Adopting practical approaches.
• Market Leadership: Developing expertise; Challenging ideas; Interacting with people; Understanding people; Seizing opportunities; Managing tasks
• Business Leadership: Pursuing goals; Taking action; Upholding standards; Managing tasks; Seizing opportunities
• People Leadership: Making decisions; Empowering individuals; Challenging ideas; Directing people; Convincing people; Interacting with people
• Personal Leadership: Embracing change; Thinking positively; Showing composure; Understanding people; Valuing individuals; Team working
•  Values Aligned with Openserve Values

Job Responsibilities    

• Responsible for the Introduction and commissioning of new telecommunications technologies, systems and service (100%)
• Responsible for medium to large complex projects comprising the integration of systems and solutions with public telecommunications network infrastructure and associated IT support systems
• Compile technical proposals, technical specifications, tender evaluations, vendor negotiations, equipment evaluation and type approvals, network and system capacity dimensioning, inter-working and integration
• Retain high-level operational support responsibilities for large-scale technology deployments, regarding fault analysis and reporting, simulations and system dimensioning
• Retain high-level operational maintenance and support responsibilities for small-scale, centralized or complex technology deployments
• Specify, develop, test & implement new telecommunication services & enhancements to services
• Compile work instructions, work procedures and vendor support agreements
• Directly liaise with other departments, up to and including executive level Core Compe

Required Certification    

• None

Qualifications    

• Relevant degree/ Diploma for Technicians (NQF level 6)

Experience    

• 5 Years relevant experience in Telecommunications
• Special Requirements    
• Maintain high levels of technical competency
• Ensure alignment of networks and systems to evolving telecommunications standards and practic
• Valid driver's license

Closing Date    
2023/06/03