ALLAN AUGUSTINE KAMIRI KAHURO
Telecommunication And Information Engineer
Kiambu,67
Summary
I am a diligent Engineering Graduate with sound university-level education, looking for a position in the Telecommunication Engineering and Information Technology fields. I am committed and focused to growth through professional development in this area, with a high degree of integrity and dedication to my work. I have intentionally looked for and found work experience in this respective area so I know that the fast-paced, result-driven environment will give me the appropriate challenge I thrive on. I always strive to achieve my objectives with the minimum allocated resources, enabled by my strong analytical and team player attributes with ability to lead and mentor others. I am an experienced driver and holder of Class BCE driver’s License since 2010.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Frequency Spectrum Management Engineer
Communications Authority of Kenya
Mombasa, Coast
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Planning and assignment of spectrum to various radio communication services and users.
- Ensure harmonious sharing of frequencies by various users and services like TV and FM radio broadcasting, cellular mobile telecommunications, satellite communications, aeronautical and maritime radio services, and emergency and disaster communication services.
- Perform international and regional frequency co-ordination to avoid harmful interference of frequency users in different administrations using Rohde & Schwarz Signal and Spectrum Analyzer.
- Conduction of inspection and monitoring exercises of frequency spectrum assignees to ensure conformity and adherence to specific policies.
- Network Management: installation, configuration and maintenance of computer network devices.
- Consultation on ICT-related problems through calls, emails, video conferencing, and face-to-face.
- Customer support through diagnosis of user computer-related issues, supply of mobile and computer devices and accessories, and software installation, maintenance and upgrade.
Information Systems Consulting Engineer
WezaData
Nairobi
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Network Management: installation, configuration and maintenance of computer network devices.
- Preventative maintenance of computer infrastructure like PCs, printers, and cable management.
- Call center and voice services through implementation of Asterisk open source communications software.
- Consultation on ICT-related problems through calls, emails, video conferencing, and face-to-face.
- Communication of project related matters with clients.
- Provision of solutions to any arising hitches in ongoing projects.
- Documentation and management of work and lessons learned to help improve project implementation.
- Customer support through diagnosis of user computer-related issues, supply of mobile and computer devices and accessories, and software installation, maintenance and upgrade.
- Website creation and maintenance services: web hosting.
- Computer users training services: technical, functional and administration training.
- Security services: CCTV and biometrics installation and maintenance.
Telecommunication Engineering Intern
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
KenGen, Central
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Problem investigation and diagnosis through root cause analysis, problem resolution and problem closure to help prevent reoccurrence of incidents in the network and minimize impact of incidents that cannot be prevented.
- Perform intensive Computer Network operations under minimum supervision.
- Diagnosis of network hitches as well as computer hardware and software maintenance.
- Network cabling using CAT5, CAT6, and optic fiber cables, during installation of new network devices.
- Configuration of new network devices like switches, routers, and Access Control Servers (ACS) to the company network.
- Perform detailed calculations to develop installation standards and specifications.
- Direct the installation, and testing of electrical and network equipment to ensure that products meet specifications and codes.
- Investigate complaints from customers or the public, evaluate problems, and recommend solutions.
- Work with project managers and contractors like Dimension Data and Two-Way Communications on production efforts to ensure that projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Configuration and activation of Access Control Key cards which incorporates microchip technology.
- Configuration of CISCO IP phones using CISCO Unified Call Manager.
- Setting up Video Conferencing Gadgets using the Session Interface Protocol (SIP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP).
Electoral Clerk
Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission, IEBC
Nairobi
03.2013 - 05.2013
- Registration of national voters using the BVR machine and assisting them to carry out the voting process correctly.
Intern
Farmer’s Choice Limited
Nairobi
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Performed complex computer operation tasks acting under general supervision, assist with development of operations procedures.
- Provided technical support to users by diagnosing and correcting problems.
- Monitored and maintained computer systems, networks.
- Performed electrical maintenance on the company’s electrical equipment and machinery.
- Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing hardware/software faults.
- Network and electrical cabling of a new structure within the premises under supervision of the I.T supervisor and the Electrical Engineering supervisor.
Education
Certificate of Training - Spectrum Management For Mobile Telecommunications
GSMA (United Kingdom Telecommunications Academy)
United Kingdom 02.2021 - 03.2021
Certificate of Training - Radio Signals And Health
GSMA (United Kingdom Telecommunications Academy)
United Kingdom 01.2021 - 02.2021
CISCO - CCNA: Routing And Switching
Institute of Advanced Technology
Nairobi 11.2016 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication And Information Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Nyeri 05.2011 - 04.2016
Computer Packages - Computer Applications
Destiny School of Professional Studies
01.2010 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
Kagumo High School
Nyeri 02.2006 - 11.2009
GED -
Githunguri Township Primary School
Kiambu 01.1997 - 12.2005
Skills
Self-Motivated
Certification
[Radio Signals and Health] Training - [2 Months]
Referees
Joseph Kamunge
Regional Manager,
Coast Regional Office,
Communications Authority of Kenya.
+254 720 554954
Lawrence Kamau
Chief Technical Officer
WezaData
+254 725 164293
Oscar Juma
Telecommunication Engineer and Network Administrator,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd (KenGen)
+254725934526
Timeline
[Spectrum Management for Mobile Telecommunications] Training - [2 Months]
03-2021
Certificate of Training - Spectrum Management For Mobile Telecommunications
GSMA (United Kingdom Telecommunications Academy)
02.2021 - 03.2021
Certificate of Training - Radio Signals And Health
GSMA (United Kingdom Telecommunications Academy)
01.2021 - 02.2021
[Radio Signals and Health] Training - [2 Months]
01-2021
Frequency Spectrum Management Engineer
Communications Authority of Kenya
06.2019 - 11.2021
Information Systems Consulting Engineer
WezaData
01.2018 - 01.2019
[CCNA: Routing and Switching] CISCO Training - [4 Months]
02-2017
CISCO - CCNA: Routing And Switching
Institute of Advanced Technology
11.2016 - 02.2017
Telecommunication Engineering Intern
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
09.2016 - 10.2017
Intern
Farmer’s Choice Limited
02.2014 - 05.2014
Electoral Clerk
Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission, IEBC
03.2013 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunication And Information Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
05.2011 - 04.2016
Computer Packages - Computer Applications
Destiny School of Professional Studies
01.2010 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
Kagumo High School
02.2006 - 11.2009
GED -
Githunguri Township Primary School
01.1997 - 12.2005
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