Officer Spectrum Utilisation job at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)

JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
To perform spectrum occupancy and utilisation measurements in compliance with the directives established by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC).

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities
• Participate in the operation of a 24hrs/day and 7days/week spectrum monitoring system.
• Conduct radio frequency spectrum monitoring, including baseline measurements, to determine current noise floors, spectrum usage, level of utilisation and occupancy and prepare reports accordingly.

• Research and analyse signals being propagated by different technologies and report non-compliant signals.
• Undertake measurements and analyse radio spectrum usage to inform consideration of spectrum variations, withdrawal and re-farming/reallocation of radio spectrum.

• Develop and implement a system and templates for reporting and the periodic statistical presentation of information on spectrum usage to senior leadership.

• Maintain flexibility to accommodate any other duties assigned by the line supervisor from time to time.

Key Performance Indicators
• Availability of status reports on noise floors, spectrum usage, and occupancy.
• Non-compliant signals identified and reported.
• Frequency of measurements and analysis conducted on radio spectrum usage.

• Accuracy and completeness of information in monitoring register on verification of the radio emission parameters of spectrum assignees

Education and Professional Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in telecommunications, electronic, radio communications engineering or a related field.
• Membership with the Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers (UIPE).

Working Experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in frequency spectrum management, radio planning or radio frequency communications in the Telecommunications sector or ICT.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Technical
• Technical knowledge of radiocommunications operations/engineering especially radio wave propagation theory and radio channel characteristics.
• Ability to perform assessments and inspections under guidance.

• Proficiency in computer skills, software applications, databases, automated systems and electronic tools.

Behavioural
• Demonstrates high tolerance for change, complexity and unpredictability in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) and openness in sharing information.

• Initiative, trustworthy and upholds organisational and ethical norms.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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