IT School Network Administrator

Description

The person will lead the planning, deployment, and ongoing operational management of internet connectivity across TCF schools, ensuring timely execution, solution quality, and long-term reliability.

The role requires close coordination with regional, area, school, finance, and HO IT teams, as well as external Telcos/ISPs. The individual will be expected to proactively identify bottlenecks, drive follow-ups, and ensure measurable progress across the school network.

• Lead on-ground feasibility assessments in coordination with regional, area, and school teams.
• Deploying internet solutions (broadband, fiber, GSM/4G, P2P) based on site needs and availability.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of: Broadband, Fiber, GSM/4G/LTE, and P2P wireless technologies
• Wi-Fi planning for multi-client environments and management of Routers, switches, access points & P2P radios
• Experience in vendor and Telco coordination
• Ability to conduct site surveys and feasibility assessments
• Strong field deployment and troubleshooting capability
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; able to evaluate multiple connectivity options and recommend optimal solutions based on cost, reliability, and scalability
• Strong project coordination skills with the ability to independently drive initiatives to completion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present technical options clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong follow-up discipline and ability to ensure progress across multiple sites simultaneously
• Strong documentation, reporting, and progress-tracking skills
• Ability to travel frequently and work in remote/rural environments
• Excellent communication and project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field.

Experience

5 years of experience in network deployment, ISP/Telco operations, or field IT infrastructure, with strong hands-on exposure to multi-site connectivity projects.