MOSES GATHECA NDERITU
Nairobi
Summary
Telecommunications expert with more than 11 years in operations and planning with a bias in GSM core network.
Skilled in all aspects of project planning, implementation, and optimization. Proven success in delivering enterprise-level technical solutions to a diverse client portfolio, including SMEs, Banks, and Telcos.
Committed to streamlining processes, establishing valuable partnerships, and capitalizing on the latest technologies to ensure organizational success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Manager - Core Network Planning and Implementation
Telkom Kenya LTD
01.2016 - Current
- Efficiently managing all aspects of network Core network implementation projects, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, risk assessment, and quality control. Ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical specifications.
- Successfully orchestrated the deployment of a scalable cloud-based core network, capable of serving over 1 million mobile data users. This initiative amplified network capacity by 100%, elevating service availability from 99% to a remarkable 99.999%.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for core network planning that aligns with the organization's long-term goals and technological advancements. This includes capacity planning, technology evaluation, and network architecture design.
- Leveraged my negotiation skills to collaborate with a technology vendor, successfully revising their provided Bill of Quantities (BoQ) downward. This decision significantly slashed software costs by an impressive 30%.
- Designed a revenue-generating model that established Telkom as the pioneering provider of SIP services to SMEs. To date, this visionary move has onboarded more than 1,000 clients, each contributing a minimum Monthly Recurring Charge (MRC) of KSH 5,000.
- Leading and motivating cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, and specialists. Fostering collaboration, providing guidance, and facilitating effective communication to ensure successful network planning and implementation projects.
- Led a multifaceted team, encompassing contractors and subject matter experts, and executed a seamless migration of legacy interconnect links to cutting-edge IP links. This strategic move directly translated into substantial annual OPEX savings of KSH 30 million.
- Leading the end-to-end vendor engagement process, including the preparation of technical RFPs, evaluation of vendor proposals, and effective contract management and supervision with selected vendors to meet organizational needs.
- Simplified high-level business requirements and strategy into actionable network design plans for use in network design frameworks.
Senior Engineer - Core Network
Telkom Kenya LTD
01.2012 - 07.2016
- Executed strategic planning and operation for the Core and IP network, including Routers, Switches, GSM network elements including SGSN, GGSN,PCRF, MSC, MGW and Firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Led a team of core network subject matter experts and vendors to perform a greenfield rollout of 4G services in the company, onboarding more than 100K 4G subscribers within the first 3 months after project completion.
- Conducted comprehensive network audits, identifying critical risks and opportunities, resulting in informed decision-making and enhanced network efficiency.
- Meticulously scheduled network changes, minimizing disruptions and maintaining seamless operations.
- Played a pivotal role in annual budget creation for the technology department's network, optimizing resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.
- Prepared detailed Technical Bills of Quantities (BoQs) to support departmental requirements, streamlining procurement processes and reducing costs.
- Provided effective supervision and leadership for all projects within the Core Network department, ensuring successful execution and project delivery.
- Served as the team leader, overseeing a team of sectional engineers, technicians, and interdisciplinary collaborators, fostering a cohesive and high-performing work environment.
- Determined equipment failure root cause by troubleshooting or liaising with the vendor and implemented solutions to restore optimal service.
- Developed and implemented proactive maintenance practices for all active equipments in the Core network
Presales Control Engineer
International Energy Technik
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Delivered persuasive sales presentations to prospective clients, showcasing the value of low-power energy devices and conducted training sessions and product demos for clients at both on-site and off-site locations
- Billed customers following the successful deployment of sales solutions
- Delivered post-sales support and services, nurturing strong client relationships and enhancing customer satisfaction
- Conducted on-site and off-site troubleshooting, serviced, and commissioned VSDs Variable Speed Drives.
Intern
Kenya Power And Lighting Company
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Computer Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
Juja07.2011
Skills
- GSM Core Network - Subject Matter Expert
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- MS Projects, MS Excel, Asana
- Ericsson OSS-ENIQ
- SAP BO
- Stakeholder Management
- Resource Management
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Quality Assurance
- Team Development and Management
- Change Management
- Crisis Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Documentation
Certification
- Certified Project management Professional, PMI - 2023-2026
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
Microsoft, 2023
- SASE Expert Level 1
Secure Access Service Edge, CATO, 2023
- Certified CCNA
CISCO Certified Network Architect (CCNA), CISCO ACADEMY, 2011
- Speed of Trust (Franklin Covey), Raiser Resource Group - 2023
- Ericsson Cloud Operations and Maintenance. Ericsson Academy - 2018
Accomplishments
Migration of Legacy Links to IP for Enterprise Customers
(2022 - 09/2023)
Modernized all Core network by deploying an all IP network.
Launch of Self-care System for Enterprise and Mass Market (2020 - 07/2020)
Ensured that customers can access a self-service portal for self administration. This was necessitated by onset Covid which forced most customers to work remotely.
Telco Merger Integration Proposal (2019)
Designed a technical merger proposition between two Telcos.
Rollout of Mobile Money Platform (T-KASH) (2018 - 06/2018)
Played a key role in integrating a mobile money system into our existing core network, ensuring seamless technical compatibility and robust security measures for user financial transactions.
Greenfield 4G Core Network Rollout (2016 - 2017)
Led a 4G Core Network Greenfield Rollout (Exceeding 300 Million Shillings).
Affiliations
Project Management Institute (Kenya Chapter)
Timeline
Manager - Core Network Planning and Implementation
Telkom Kenya LTD
01.2016 - Current
Senior Engineer - Core Network
Telkom Kenya LTD
01.2012 - 07.2016
Presales Control Engineer
International Energy Technik
08.2011 - 12.2011
Intern
Kenya Power And Lighting Company
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Computer Engineering
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
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