Manager - Radio Access Performance, Network NG at MTN Nigeria

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Manager - Radio Access Performance, Network NG

Job Identification: 3541
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Job Schedule Full time
Division: Network
Job Category: MTN Level 3
Reports To: Senior Manager - Access Performance

Mission

• Develop a network performance and quality assurance methodology or framework to monitor and optimize the radio access network.
• Drive adherence to regulatory QoS requirements and ensure network quality audits and assessments.
• To provide network analytics and insights to Network Group functions and other business functions for informed decision-making.

Description

• Prepare Network impact analysis of commercial products and promotions to support our applications to the regulator.
• Participate in contract negotiations to reduce costs and drive the MTNN Value Creation Philosophy.
• Develop, prepare, review, and analyze financial performance indicators for Network Group Capex and Opex.
• Initiate, develop, and champion the execution of innovative solutions to address operational shortfalls.
• Co-ordinate industry research and evaluate business intelligence information to serve as input to NWG’s strategy development and plans.
• Coordinate end-to-end technology solution planning across NWG planning functions to determine dependencies and ensure completeness in solution deployment specifications.
• Network Quality Assurance
  • Regularly monitor, track, and report network data inconsistencies and discrepancies.
• Development of Software Tools Identify new software requirements and participate in the specification of all custom software tools, such as:
  • NetCM, Aircom Suite, Netcharts,
  • CDR Analysis
  • CEM tools
• Develop, prepare, review, and analyze operational performance indicators to identify areas in which synergies can be achieved for quality improvement and cost efficiencies.
• Assist with the creation and documentation of assigned plans on behalf of the Chief Technical Officer/Network Group.
• Review, update, and publish the Network Group Organogram.
• Provide analytical, documentation, and project management support on projects and assignments as agreed with the Chief Technical Officer.
• Liaise with line managers to ensure the implementation of approved projects.
• Coach and train the team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets and requirements, and regular review of their training needs.
• Review the performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.

Educational Qualification

• B.Sc./B.Engr. in Electrical/Electronics, Communications Engineering, or Telecommunications Engineering
• A Master's degree in Telecoms, Management, or equivalent would be an added advantage.
• Fluent in English

Experience:

• 6–13 years’ experience within an RF Planning and Optimization or Network Performance function in the telecommunications environment
• Vast knowledge and experience in Radio Network Optimization
• Experience working on a multivendor and multiband network.
• Experience with Ericsson and Huawei equipment will be desirable.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects.
• Experience in Network Planning and Operations

Application Closing Date
8th November, 2023; 22:59

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Eligible Females and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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