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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Senior Consultant (Telecommunications Development/Network Integration) |
| Position Code: | 925 | | Career Level: | 4 |
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Responsible for
Providing a chargeable service to clients in the development of industry specific systems mostly aligned to projects, consulting assignments, building & installing turn key Telecommunications solutions. |
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Reports To
Manager (Professional Services) Region/Business Unit or Project Manager (Professional Services). |
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Supervises
May provide guidance to less experienced Consultants. |
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Main Activities
Designing and developing larger stand alone Telecommunications solutions and other projects.
Providing evaluations of customer's Telecommunications needs and input to the strategic planning of network facilities and software directions.
Accountable for defined work assignments/projects often involving immediate action or short term planning of human and other resources.
Planning and coordinating the resources necessary to successfully complete product implementation and assisting in the preparation of major sales proposals.
Liaising with major customers during preliminary installation and testing of developed Telecommunications systems or products.
Providing a Quality Assurance input to network development projects by liaising with Development Specialists regarding industry practices and user needs.
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Key Skills
Specialist knowledge of one or more industries or segments, coupled with strong analytical & consultative skills.
Developed technical skills.
Must understand business needs and the company's marketing strategy.
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Internal Contacts
Industry and Product Marketing Managers, Project Managers, Development Specialists, Product Specialists. |
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External Contacts
Customers at all levels, Telecommunications and various Specialist Consultants and Peripheral Suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 6-8 years experience in network design plus prior programming experience and implementing experience in information networks. |
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Other Comments
The role requires a blend of technical, commercial and consultative skills. Some have moved into Computing from Commerce.
Alternative Title: Senior Communications Consultant. |
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