Network Engineer at Poa Internet
Poa! internet is the fastest growing and highly innovative
ISP in Kenya. The company was founded in 2014 with a vision to provide internet
in every home in Africa. At poa! We believe by empowering people, we can
actively drive digital inclusion in these markets. We deploy a cost-effective
internet service in Kenya, with the aim of providing affordable access to
content and Internet to low-income members of society.
We are growing very fast to cover the rest of Kenya and
eventually Africa. It is envisaged that the success of the business will grow
to over 150 networks across East Africa. It is from this background that we
seek prospective candidates to fill the role of a Network Engineer in
our Network Department.
At Poa, we pride ourselves on being a values-driven company,
and we love working with values-driven employees. Poa’s vision is “Internet in
every home in Africa”. To achieve this vision, we live by our values, captured
in the acronym, We CONNECT. At Poa, we: Create a better world for the people we
serve, Open our eyes to problems and opportunities, Never stop learning never
stop moving forward, Name it, own it , solve it, Engage with the bigger picture
even in details, Care about each other and Tujienjoy kazini.
Overall Responsibility:
Responsible for the deployment, commissioning, field support
and preventive maintenance of all the assigned sites in the field (new
networks and expansions) across Kenya helping in achieving the wireless install
& commissioning targets cost effectively with a keen focus on quality and
high safety standards.
Location:
Nairobi
Role Responsibilities:
- Deploy
& Commission wireless sites on time and to quality standards.
- Maintain
99.9% Tower Uptime through proactive and reactive support.
- Ensure
zero repeat installs and full compliance with safety, legal, and site
documentation standards.
- Prevent
community complaints and uphold professional site conduct.
- Maintain
strict EHS compliance with no site accidents or fatalities.
- Ensure
full accountability for materials, team productivity, and accurate
reporting.
Academic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering field,
preferably in Telecommunications/Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
Key Competencies required for the role:
- Hands-on
experience in wireless network deployment in telecommunications with
strong knowledge of RF engineering, routing & switching, IT systems,
and outdoor installations (antennae, lattice masts, power systems).
- Experience
working at heights and in the field with proven success in fast-paced,
resource-limited environments.
- Demonstrated
ability to deploy high-quality, safe, and cost-effective networks with
zero compromises.
- Strong
team player with analytical problem-solving skills, initiative, and a
can-do attitude.
- Experience
in team leadership and ability to manage third-party teams effectively.
- Willingness
to travel across Kenya upon request.
Best vacation packages
What’s In It for You?
- A
competitive monthly salary.
- Additional
company benefits: Medical cover, airtime allowance, transport
allowance, annual training allowance.
- Career
growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company.
- Exciting
work environment and culture with a dynamic, supportive team.