Field Innovation Manager (Remote) at Ericsson Nigeria - Abuja & Lagos

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile & fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people & society to help shape a more sustainable world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Field Innovation Manager

Job ID: 774728
Locations: Abuja (FCT) and Lagos (Remote)
Job type: Full Time

About the Job

• We are introducing the Field Innovation Manager role for the first time designed to bring new ideas, improved processes, and smarter ways of working into our field operations.
• This role focuses on enhancing efficiency, quality, and delivery performance across network rollout and implementation activities.

What You Will Do

• Identify and drive practical innovations that improve field operations and network rollout execution.
• Understand field challenges, root causes, and process gaps by working closely with delivery teams.
• Develop simplified workflows, tools, and methods to reduce delays and improve delivery quality.
• Support implementation teams with solutions that remove blockers and enhance execution readiness.
• Pilot and validate new concepts with cross-functional teams before broader rollout.
• Use operational insights and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.

What You Will Bring

• 10+ years in network rollout, field implementation, or similar telecom delivery roles.
• Hands-on understanding of on-ground operational challenges.
• Creative and solution-oriented mindset with experience improving delivery processes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across technical and delivery teams.
• Engineering background preferred but not essential.

Required Technical Expertise:

• Solid experience across the network rollout lifecycle, including site preparation, installation, commissioning, and acceptance.
• Knowledge of RAN, Radio, Microwave, Transmission, and basic RF principles.
• Familiarity with Ericsson (or similar) rollout processes, documentation, quality checks, and implementation standards.
• Understanding of field safety compliance, on-site troubleshooting, and vendor/subcontractor coordination.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.