Job Vacancies at Telkom

Core Description    

• Responsible for setting and maintaining Civil standards & specifications for the roll out of the RAN network. Co-ordinate and control site builds
• and maintain standards for the following functional areas: RNC/BTS repeater site. Manage Vendor and contractors and relevant activities.

Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Contruction; Telecommunication Technologies; Business Plan; Operational Planning Processes; Administrative Procedures; Business Acumen;
• Telecommunication Legislation; Budgeting; Legislation; Contract Law; Telecommunication Industry

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Database Administration; Interpersonal; Information Management; Planning; Analytical; Communicating; Decision Making; Problem Solving; Negotiating Techniques; Relationship Building

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• People Orientated; Ethical; Goal Orientated; Meticulous; Responsible; Integrity; Proactive; Customer Focus; Team Player

Job Responsibilities    
- Achieve company targets by means of good customer experience and Operational Effectiveness
- Supply approvals for the build team to meet the company objectives of the Network Build Target
- Ensure Sites Acquisition by means of application submissions, manage and follow up on applications to get approvals for site builds including
document control
- Site Swap Application resubmissions to relevant parties to change equipment as required by the planning team
- Contract Management regarding a specific portfolio and area of expertise to expedite approval processes
- Manage lease costs consisting of Rental Amounts and escalation percentage with contractors to keep the targets within the set parameters and budget for lease agreements
- Manage Power Applications and approvals when the need arise to get power to the sites
- Manage and control the roll out of acquiring Greenfield sites which includes Sec 22, EIA, CAA, LA and Building plans
- Compile new specification and system Process documentation and registering it on E-Dox
Required Certification    
N/A
Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree or National Diploma/ Quality Surveying/ Architecture/ Town Planning/ Building Science (BSc, BTech, S4, N6, T3) (at least NQF Level 6)

Experience    

• 5 years relevant experience, of which at least 2 years working in property/ network infrastructure. GSM experience will be an advantage.

Special Requirements    

• Valid driver's license
• Willing to work long hours
• Able to consider relocation to another province

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Core Description    

• To install/ recover/ repair/ maintain telephone equipment/ services/ cables/ wireless technology and related products to satisfy customer needs.

Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

• ADSL; Broadband Technologies; EMGW; Equipment; Installation/ Maintenance Procedures;
• Legislative Technical Environment Terminology;
• Network Infrastructure; Policies and Procedures;
• Products; Safety Regulation and Standards;
• Telkom Mobile Test Equipment; WCDMA;
• Wi-max; WirelessTechnology

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Communicating; Computer Literacy; Hand/ Eye/ Ear Coordination; Marketing Techniques;
• Planning; Problem Solving

ATTITUDE/LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Accountability; Accurate; Confident; Continuous Performance Improvement; Conscientious;
• Customer orientated; Diligence; Honesty; Initiative; Proactive; Respect; Responsible; Tactful;
• Teamwork; Trustworthy

Job Responsibilities    

• Co-ordinated Resources; Maintained Resources; Processed Documentation; Performed Network Inspections; Repaired/ Maintained Cable Network; Installed or Recovered Equipment and Systems; Repaired / Maintained Equipment/ Systems; Established and Maintained Customer Relations/Liaison/Queries; Dismantled/ Recovered Equipment;

Required Certification    

• None.

Qualifications    

• Grade 10 (Int) (NQF level 3)/ Grade 12 (Ext) and relevant modular training (NQF level 4)

Experience    

• 12 Months relevant experience in the Network Field Operations
• Experience on Optic Fibre will be and added advantage

Special Requirements    

• Valid driver's license.
• Prepared to work in all weather conditions.
• Prepared to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Not colour blind.
• Able to work in all areas.
• Able to travel and stay out.
• Able to work outside normal working hours.
• Comments    
• Optic Fibre work experience will be added advantage.
• Advertise internally and externally

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Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Business Intelligence Software; Business Processes; Data Mining; Data Warehousing; Project Management; Computer Software; Database Design and Administration; Software development; Systems; IT Document Standards

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Analytical; Communication; Computer Applications; Consultation Techniques; JAD Skills; Problem Solving; Data Modelling; Designing; Writing

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Focused; Motivated; Perseverance; Proactive; Professional; Reliable; Decisive; Organized; Accuracy; Dynamic; Approachable; Team Player;

Adaptability
Job Responsibilities    

• Developing of software systems to support business processes Web Server and/or Database Server administration
• Providing support and guidance to fellow developers and end users as well as the determining of future infrastructure requirements
• Responsible for taking high-level business plans, ideas, problems or requirements and translating them into concrete functional specifications, The specifications produced will describe how the solution integrates with both the business processes and products, and the existing IT infrastructure. These specs must then be translated into solutions; these solutions must be tested and implemented. The implemented solutions must be maintained. All bug fixes will be taken through the same process as new requirements, including project management.

Required Certification    
Relevant post-secondary degree or diploma or certificate in IT management, computer science, business management and education.
Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree/ Diploma (at least NQF level 6)
• Experience    
• 5 Years relevant experience in Information Management, either in a broad technical/ financial/commercial environment including software development
• plus server administration and database administration.

Special Requirements    

• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong project management skills and a demonstrated track record in executing on business strategy.
• Deep understanding of hardware and systems including data centre equipment, servers, desktop PCs, mobile devices, network infrastructure and security tools.

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Core Description    

• Accountable for the Management of Telkom's Product Lifecycle Management process, from concept definition through to product/ service launch & life cycle management, as applicable. Develop and support strategic business and sales opportunities, including development of new business models and specific consumer bundled solutions. Responsible for the financial and market share performance of the product through its complete life cycle in the most effective way that would optimise product performance and customer satisfaction.
• Competencies    

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Product Life Cycle; Customer Needs; Business Cases; Project Management; Business Plan & Business Modelling; Business Acumen; Customer
• Management; Marketing Management; Financial Management; ICT; Industry & Market Trends; ICT New Product Development; ICT Product Management;
• ICT Regulatory Environment; ICT Products & Services; Competitive Environment & Analysis; Competitor Analysis; Research; Processes & Methodologies

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Computer Applications; Project Management; Strategic Thinking; Negotiating Techniques; Presentation Techniques; Communication (oral, verbal & written); Group Facilitation; Analytical; Problem Solving; Business Acumen; Strategic Analysis & Thinking Planning & Prioritization Independence
• Decisiveness Innovation Creativity Conceptual Thinking Interpersonal Negotiation Techniques Conflict Management & Resolution Client Focus Financial
• Management; Project Management

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Performance Driven; Trustworthy; Transparency; Values Aligned To Telkom's Values(CHART); Market Driven; Customer Focus; Innovative; Self-starter;
• Innovative; Adaptability; Assertive; Committed; Decisive; Integrity; Motivated; Responsible; Emotional Intelligence; Business Orientated; Conscientious;
• Cost conscious; Professional Team Player

Job Responsibilities    
Perform Situational Analysis and Establish Market Objectives and Opportunities for products and services:
- Market, Customer, Competitor, and Resource Analysis, within internal and external environments
- Define problem and conceptualize/articulate solution
- Develop Planning Assumptions and Market forecasts and demand trends
- Align with Business Strategy and Business Plan objectives
- Direct, Manage and control Micro Demand Forecasting technologies and techniques
- Develop Marketing strategies and evaluate strategic alternatives
- Develop product/ service strategy and value propositions; product platform and line strategy; product/ market roadmap; strategic product portfolio direction
Required Certification    
None
Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree/ Diploma (at least NQF level 6), preferably in Marketing. Post-graduate studies in Project Management and/or MBA/MBL would be an advantage

Experience    

• 5 years Product Management experience in ICT solutions or related fields in either product management or development

Special Requirements    

• Valid driver's license
• Willing to travel
• Willing to work extended hours
• To perform under pressure
• Ability to be pro-active with a sense of urgency
• Be a self-starter, a highly motivated person able to work in a fast paced environment that is continually changing

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Core Description    

• Responsible for provisioning financial administration and high level ME/GE support and office management/ logistics which includes documentation management, report compilation, coordination of events, interface management, giving inputs to and tracking of various reports/ documentation/ issues/ commitments, e.g. budget, productivity targets, performance assessments and leave of ME/ GE's direct reports, etc. Also accountable for ensuring confidentiality in terms of highly confidential information.

Required Certification    

• None

Qualifications    
QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant diploma/ business related certificate (at least NQF level 6) and

EXPERIENCE

• 5 Years relevant experience, of which 3 years must be in a high level support environment

OR

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) and

EXPERIENCE

• 7 Years relevant experience, of which 3 years must be in a high level support environment
• Experience    
• Please refer to Qualifications.

Special Requirements    

• Ability to work under pressure
• Willing to work after hours
• Willing to sign confidentiality agreement and Business Code of Ethics
• Integrity checking will be conducted

Comments    

• Please note 60% of functions will be functional assistance and experience in a HR/Digital Channels and Marketing environment will be preferable.

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Core Description    

• Operations Specialist responsible to in-depth analyse and resolve complex faults and installation failure for the Transport (Legacy and Next Gen) network. Also responsible for knowledge transfer and over the shoulder training of Technical Officers

Competencies    

• Functional Knowledge
• Fault Finding Procedures, Network Layout, Network Management Systems, Technical Infrastructure, Telkom Policies, Telkom Procedures.

Functional Skills

• Analytical, Coaching, Communicating, Controlling Techniques, Coordinating Techniques, Planning, Problem Solving, Report Writing Techniques, System Thinking, Telephone Etiquette, Computer Literacy, Technical; Equipment Handling, organizing, coordinating, leading.

Attitudes/ Leadership Behaviour

• Committed, Customer Focus, Flexible/ Adaptable, Motivated, Performance Driven, Systematic, Reliable, Initiative, Adherence to Telkom procedures and policies, Punctual, Team Player, innovative.

Job Responsibilities    

• Changed/ Implemented Database
• Ensured Service/ Network Availability and Performance
• Executed Ad-Hoc Projects
• Handled Requests
• Maintained Grade of Service
• Managed Critical Failure

Required Certification    

• None

Qualifications    

• Relevant 3 year Degree/ Diploma (NQF level 6)

Experience    

• 3 Years relevant experience

Special Requirements    

• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to work shifts.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Willing to work overtime.
• Working from Home

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Core Description    

• To plan the Switching, Access, Transmission, Radio/ Microwave, Data, DC Power or Fibre network, introduce new technologies and provide planning
• support to the RNE planner to enable our customers to communicate.

Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Project Estimate; Telkom Procedures; Planning Procedures; Infrastructure Technology; Telkom Structure; Telkom Policies

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Interpersonal; Communicating; Computer Applications; Report Writing Techniques

ATTITUDE/LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Diplomatic; Committed; Dynamic; Assertive; Trustworthy

Job Responsibilities    

• As per the JD.

Required Certification    

• None.

Qualifications    

• Grade 12 & relevant modular training (NQF level 4); 5 Years relevant experience

OR

• Relevant diploma (NQF level 5/6); 3 Years relevant experience

Experience    

• Please see qualifications.
• Special Requirements    
• Valid driver's license.
• 4x4 Driver training where applicable.
• Able to work at heights/ confined spaces.
• Able to work outside of normal working hours.
• Able to stay out overnight.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Requirements

Comments    

• Please click on JD attachment in order to view the Job Description.

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Core Description    

• Responsible to execute the strategic roadmap and create value through delivery of internal and external artificial intelligence solutions and products.
• Oversight of a portfolio of data science projects, providing strategic and technical guidance on solving a variety of use cases across the Telkom Group
• and for its customers. Develop machine learning and deep learning competencies and manage and develop a 'full-stack' team of data science specialists.

The role's focus will be on NLP, both text and speech, but projects can span Computer Vision and other domains.
Competencies    
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Statistical and mathematical foundations; Data science and analytics frameworks (NLP and Computer Vision); Programming (Python, R, Git, Linux); Cloud computing (GCP preferable); Big Data (Cloudera, Hadoop, Spark)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Strategic thinking; Innovative thinking; Communication (written and verbal); Stakeholder management; Planning & organizing (Miro, Confluence & Jira); Research & development

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Business Leadership; Market Leadership; Personal Leadership; Problem solver; Takes initiative; Hard working; Can do attitude; Innovative thinker; Works well in teams; Works well under pressure; Relishes dynamic/ changing environment; Time management
Job Responsibilities    
- Define and implement the AI strategy and product roadmap in relation to the TKG strategy, and provide input into the broader strategic direction of Telkom Strategic Insights
- Cultivate and manage working relationships with a variety of stakeholders to support the design and delivery of data science projects and solutions
- Develop business cases for new solutions or products, and establish the value for existing projects
- Determine the most appropriate data science tools/ approaches for specific projects
- Execute end to end data science projects and product development processes
- Engage with our data engineering team to ensure any AI products or solutions are managed
- Identify and manage resource requirements including people and systems
- Lead and develop a team of data scientists and provide hands on guidance
- Establish, document and champion data science best practices in the team
- Help Strategic Insights become thought leaders in the areas of data science and artificial intelligence
- Stay abreast of new developments and solutions in the market to ensure we don't fall behind
- Contribute to our agile way of work and our innovation culture
- Consistent documentation of all implemented systems and processes
Required Certification    

• Data science and cloud certifications will be advantageous (GCP, Azure, AWS).

Qualifications    

• Post graduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field (NQF level 7);
• OR a qualified Actuary with data science experience.
• A Master's degree (NQF level 9) will be an advantage

Experience    

• 7 years of work experience in the field of data science with at least 2 years having been on management/ specialist level. Experience in ICT/Telecommunications will be an advantage.

Special Requirements    

• Experience in Natural Language Processing.
• Strong statistical & mathematical foundations.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Expected to stay abreast of new data science developments and to put them into practice.

Comments    

• The Company adopted a hybrid operating model whereby employees will have two registered workplace locations. This job is identified to be performed from home therefor the home-base office location is the primary workplace and the official office-based location is the secondary workplace.