BEREKET YACOB SHANKO

[email protected] • +251 930 528 308 • Ethiopia, Wolayta
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bereket-yacob-977a51361

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly accomplished and results-driven Network Infrastructure and Power Engineering Manager with over 9 years of progressive experience in the telecommunications sector. Proven expertise in leading large-scale network deployment projects, ensuring power availability for critical telecom infrastructure, and managing complex fiber optic networks. Recognized as a top performer, having been named Best Project Manager in 2025 and Best Performer for consecutive years. Seeking to leverage advanced technical knowledge and strong leadership skills to drive operational excellence and infrastructure expansion.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Network Expansion and Deployment Project Manager
01/2025 - Present
Ethio-telecom , Ethiopia, Wolayta
• Managed the end-to-end execution of significant network infrastructure expansion and upgrade projects, demonstrating high-level strategic planning and execution
• Successfully led the SWAP of 704 existing telecom sites, ensuring seamless transition and minimal service disruption
• Directed the deployment of 85 new build telecom sites, rapidly expanding the company’s network footprint
• Oversaw the expansion and upgrade of 503 site power resources, significantly improving network resilience and efficiency
Network Infrastructure Manager
04/2023 - 01/2025
Ethio-telecom , Ethiopia, Wolayta
• Provided management oversight for overall power availability for more than 820 BTS (telecom sites), establishing performance standards and mitigating risks
• Managed the performance and maintenance of over 2,500 KM of critical fiber optic line, ensuring high-speed data transfer and network reliability
• Acted as the primary point of contact and managed communication with respective key stakeholders, including the electric utility, to ensure continuous power service
• Awards: Recognized as the Best Performer of consecutive year 2023 & 2024
Power Performance Supervisor
12/2019 - 04/2023
Ethio-telecom , Ethiopia, Wolayta
• Supervised a dedicated section focused on making progressive improvements for Power availability for low power performing areas
• Developed, proposed, and designed solutions to close power gaps within the telecom power network, directly impacting site uptime
• Ensured adherence to maintenance schedules by making regular follow-ups for preventive and corrective maintenance and produced timely reports on compliance
Power Technician
12/2015 - 12/2019
Ethio-telecom , Ethiopia, Wolayta
• Contributed to improving power availability through hands-on maintenance activities over a four-year period
• Specialized in the installation and maintenance of Solar systems for solar-powered telecom sites
• Executed solar expansion projects for sites with intermittent power sources to enhance energy independence
• Managed the operational and maintenance activities for Mains + DG (Diesel Generator) sites

EDUCATION

M.Sc. Degree in Electrical Power Engineering
Arba Minch University , Arbaminch, Ethiopia
Applied B.Sc. Degree in Electrical and Electronics Technology (Power and Control Engineering)
MFM ATTC , Harar, Ethiopia

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

Best Project Manager in the year 2025
01/2025
Ethio-telecom
Power supply System O&M, Power Cub 1000 System O&M, Net Eco System O&M & UPS O&M Advance Training
06/2016
Huawei, China
Power supply System O&M, Power Cub 1000 System O&M, Net Eco System O&M & UPS O&M Advance Training
06/2016
Huawei China
Program for P&E O&M Engineer
04/2016
Huawei
Power supply System O&M, Power Cub 1000 System O&M, Net Eco System O&M & UPS O&M Advance Training
06/2016
Huawei
P&E 2nd line Support engineer (AC,DC,UPS and DG ) On job Training.
06/2016
Huawei China

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