Job Brief Radio Network (rollout) and Transmission expert DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. For the GIZ Digital Connectivity Project, we are looking to connect with a Telecommunications Engineer to cover the following positions: Radio Network (rollout) Expert and Transmission Expert **Tasks of Radio Network (rollout) and Transmission Expert:** * Responsible for the planning and design of radio network roll outs (VSAT, microwave, e\- LTE, etc.), including needs assessment of a roll out, collaboration with stakeholders, site selection (considering factors like accessibility, security, power availability etc.), cost estimation. Responsible for the planning and design of transmission/ fibre optic roll outs (backbone network, Fibre to the Home (FttH), etc.), including needs assessment of a roll out, collaboration with stakeholders, site selection (considering factors like accessibility, security, power availability etc.), cost estimation * Advise on design best practices, industry standards, procurement process and identify \& engage with vendors for equipment procurement process * Advise on construction timelines, quality, and compliance with safety standards * Deliver tasks and take on responsibilities as agreed with the Project Director and report back to the Project Director **Qualifications of Radio Network (rollout) and Transmission Expert:** * Education/training : University degree (‘Master’s or German Diplom’) in Business Administration, or Engineering * Language : Knowledge of English C1\-level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language * General professional experience: 8 years of professional experience in the ICT Infrastructure Development (data centre industry). 8 years of professional experience in the Infrastructure Development (data centre ecosystem) * Specific professional experience: 6 years of professional experience in the roll out of ICT networks and transmission/ fibre optic infrastructure * Leadership/management experience : – Not applicable – * International professional experience outside the country/region of assignment : 5 years of professional experience in outside of Sub\-Sahara Africa * Professional experience in the country/ region of assignment : 5 years of professional experience in Sub\-Sahara Africa (in accordance with UN DESA Statistics Division) * Experience in the field of development cooperation : 3 years of experience in development cooperation projects \- Other : \- Not applicable – **Please send your application to paula.tena@dt\-global.com, before Friday November 28th. When applying, please submit CV in EU format, with at least 3 references (with corporate email addresses) in network telecommunications**. **We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short\-listed candidates will be contacted.**