Project Coordinator job at Paratus Telecommunications Limited
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Project Coordinator
2026-02-12T10:50:07+00:00
Paratus Telecommunications Limited
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Telecommunications
ZMW
MONTH
2026-02-26T17:00:00+00:00
8

1. Project Planning & Coordination

· Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans.

· Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.

· Ensure material and equipment availability for seamless execution.

· Monitor project progress and address potential risks proactively.

2. Supervision & Team Management

· Lead and manage fiber optic installation teams.

· Assign tasks and ensure proper workflow efficiency.

· Monitor workforce productivity and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

· Manage Airtel baobab IRU operations.

3. Installation & Maintenance Oversight

· Oversee fiber optic cable laying, splicing, and termination.

· Ensure proper cable routing to minimize signal loss and disruptions.

· Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

4. Quality Control & Compliance

· Ensure compliance with industry standards.

· Perform inspections to verify the quality of installations.

· Conduct OTDR and power meter tests to assess fiber performance.

5. Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving

· Diagnose and resolve fiber optic faults and connectivity issues.

· Work closely with technical teams to ensure quick restoration.

· Implement strategies to minimize downtime and service disruptions.

6. Reporting & Documentation

· Maintain records of fiber optic routes, test results, and project milestones.

· Prepare progress reports and submit them to management.

· Track inventory usage and order replenishments as needed-Fiber accessories.

7. Stakeholder Communication

· Liaise with clients to ensure project expectations are met.

· Provide regular updates on project status and potential challenges.

· Address customer concerns and implement necessary corrective actions.

· Obtain wayleaves form councils

8. Health & Safety Enforcement

· Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations.

· Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures.

· Organize safety training for technicians and site workers.

Impact on Company Deliverables and SLAs

1. Project Efficiency and Timeliness

· Ensuring projects are completed on schedule improves network expansion and customer satisfaction.

· Reducing delays enhances revenue generation and optimizes resource utilization.

2. Service Quality and Reliability

· Adhering to quality standards minimizes faults and ensures a stable network.

· High-quality installations reduce maintenance costs and service disruptions.

3. Compliance with SLAs

· Ensuring prompt response to faults aligns with service level agreements.

· Maintaining uptime percentages guarantees contractual obligations are met.

· Quick fault resolution (Mean Time to Repair – MTTR) enhances customer trust.

4. Cost Management and Budget Adherence

· Efficient planning helps avoid unnecessary expenses.

· Keeping material wastage low contributes to cost savings.

5. Customer Satisfaction and Business Growth

· Timely installations and quick issue resolutions boost customer confidence.

· Positive client feedback leads to business expansion and repeat contracts.

· Well-maintained fiber networks reduce complaints and improve overall user experience.

  • Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
  • Ensure material and equipment availability for seamless execution.
  • Monitor project progress and address potential risks proactively.
  • Lead and manage fiber optic installation teams.
  • Assign tasks and ensure proper workflow efficiency.
  • Monitor workforce productivity and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
  • Manage Airtel baobab IRU operations.
  • Oversee fiber optic cable laying, splicing, and termination.
  • Ensure proper cable routing to minimize signal loss and disruptions.
  • Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Perform inspections to verify the quality of installations.
  • Conduct OTDR and power meter tests to assess fiber performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve fiber optic faults and connectivity issues.
  • Work closely with technical teams to ensure quick restoration.
  • Implement strategies to minimize downtime and service disruptions.
  • Maintain records of fiber optic routes, test results, and project milestones.
  • Prepare progress reports and submit them to management.
  • Track inventory usage and order replenishments as needed-Fiber accessories.
  • Liaise with clients to ensure project expectations are met.
  • Provide regular updates on project status and potential challenges.
  • Address customer concerns and implement necessary corrective actions.
  • Obtain wayleaves form councils
  • Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures.
  • Organize safety training for technicians and site workers.
  • Project Planning
  • Coordination
  • Budget Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Team Management
  • Fiber Optic Installation
  • Quality Control
  • Troubleshooting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Reporting
  • Documentation
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Health & Safety Enforcement
  • OTDR and power meter testing
  • Experience in project planning and coordination.
  • Experience in managing fiber optic installation teams.
  • Knowledge of fiber optic installation, splicing, and termination.
  • Familiarity with OTDR and power meter testing.
  • Understanding of industry standards and compliance.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve fiber optic faults.
  • Strong reporting and documentation skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
bachelor degree
12
JOB-698db05f848b9

Vacancy title:
Project Coordinator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Telecommunications]

Jobs at:
Paratus Telecommunications Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, February 26 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka, Zambia | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, February 12 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

1. Project Planning & Coordination

· Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans.

· Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.

· Ensure material and equipment availability for seamless execution.

· Monitor project progress and address potential risks proactively.

2. Supervision & Team Management

· Lead and manage fiber optic installation teams.

· Assign tasks and ensure proper workflow efficiency.

· Monitor workforce productivity and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

· Manage Airtel baobab IRU operations.

3. Installation & Maintenance Oversight

· Oversee fiber optic cable laying, splicing, and termination.

· Ensure proper cable routing to minimize signal loss and disruptions.

· Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

4. Quality Control & Compliance

· Ensure compliance with industry standards.

· Perform inspections to verify the quality of installations.

· Conduct OTDR and power meter tests to assess fiber performance.

5. Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving

· Diagnose and resolve fiber optic faults and connectivity issues.

· Work closely with technical teams to ensure quick restoration.

· Implement strategies to minimize downtime and service disruptions.

6. Reporting & Documentation

· Maintain records of fiber optic routes, test results, and project milestones.

· Prepare progress reports and submit them to management.

· Track inventory usage and order replenishments as needed-Fiber accessories.

7. Stakeholder Communication

· Liaise with clients to ensure project expectations are met.

· Provide regular updates on project status and potential challenges.

· Address customer concerns and implement necessary corrective actions.

· Obtain wayleaves form councils

8. Health & Safety Enforcement

· Enforce adherence to health and safety regulations.

· Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures.

· Organize safety training for technicians and site workers.

Impact on Company Deliverables and SLAs

1. Project Efficiency and Timeliness

· Ensuring projects are completed on schedule improves network expansion and customer satisfaction.

· Reducing delays enhances revenue generation and optimizes resource utilization.

2. Service Quality and Reliability

· Adhering to quality standards minimizes faults and ensures a stable network.

· High-quality installations reduce maintenance costs and service disruptions.

3. Compliance with SLAs

· Ensuring prompt response to faults aligns with service level agreements.

· Maintaining uptime percentages guarantees contractual obligations are met.

· Quick fault resolution (Mean Time to Repair – MTTR) enhances customer trust.

4. Cost Management and Budget Adherence

· Efficient planning helps avoid unnecessary expenses.

· Keeping material wastage low contributes to cost savings.

5. Customer Satisfaction and Business Growth

· Timely installations and quick issue resolutions boost customer confidence.

· Positive client feedback leads to business expansion and repeat contracts.

· Well-maintained fiber networks reduce complaints and improve overall user experience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, February 26 2026
Duty Station: Lusaka, Zambia | Lusaka
Posted: 12-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 12-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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