9mobile, is a Nigerian private limited liability company. EMTS acquired a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission in 2007. The License enables EMTS provide Fixed Telephony (wired or wireless), Digital Mobile Services, International Gateway Services and National/Regional Long Distance Services in addition to spectrum assignments in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: Head, Core and VAS
Location: Abuja
Job Summary
- Drive the planning, design, optimisation & E2E integration of EMTS'sCore (CS & PS) and VAS network systems and platforms to support businessrequirements.
- Develop cutting edge digital solutions (products & services)based on commercial requirements.
Principal Functions
Tactical:
- Contribute to the definition of theoverall Network topology to meet the service level agreement for Core andValue-Added Services.
- Implement strategies to ensure optimumvoice, data and signalling traffic utilisation and occupancy.
- Drive the strategies for the rollout ofcore and value-added services nodes/solutions.
- Champion the evolution of the Core& VAS network into new technologies like virtualisation, cloudification,SDPs, Digital services etc
- Ensure that EMTS Core and VASsystem/network design is in line with accepted local and internationalstandards.
- Ensure interoperability of Core &VAS nodes across all technologies; GSM, EDGE, UMTS & LTE and IT systems
- Coordinate the evaluation of local andglobal telecommunications trends and development and implement strategies tocounter/minimize possible impact on the architecture and integrity of EMTS Core& VAS networks.
- Lead the design & development ofproducts & services across various technologies
- Keep abreast of global and local bestpractice as it relates to the Core and VAS platform design and development.
- Identify required resources, personnel,funding to achieve the unit/ function's strategy.
- Establish and maintain key vendorrelationships in line with established policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all relevantregulatory requirements.
Operational:
- Manage the daily activities of the unit and ensurealignment with the overall goals and objectives of the technical department andthe organisation as a whole.
- Oversee the development of a plan ofCore and VAS system architecture that is best suited for EMTS requirements
- Coordinate the development of detailedCore & VAS network integration design.
- Liaise with the Commercial and Product& Information department for capacity planning & integrationrequirements for new VAS & IT solutions.
- Ensure strict compliance with EMTS' policies, processes and procedures in the planning of the VAS platform.
- Ensure the timely provisioning ofnetwork capacity for all Core and VAS nodes.
- Facilitate the design of various forms of interconnect architecture betweenEMTS and all other telecoms carriers (local & international)
- Review recommendations of the internalaudit function relating to core and VAS network planning standards, guidelinesand operations and take action as required.
- Plan and manage the human and materialresources of the team/ function to optimise performance, morale and enhanceproductivity.
- Manage inter-functional relations toensure synergy across the various departmental functions.
- Provide leadership and guidance to teammembers and manage subordinate's performance towards the achievement of overallteam objectives.
- Prepare and submit periodicactivity/management reports to the Director, Engineering
- Perform any other duties that may beassigned by the Director, Engineering
Educational Requirements
- First degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering/ ComputerScience or Physics
- Postgraduatedegree/relevant professional qualifications
Experience, Skills & Competencies:
- Nine (9) to Twelve (12) years' work experience with at least three (3)years in managerial role
- Network CapacityManagement; planning design & optimization
- Financial Budgeting; CAPEX& OPEX management
- Sound knowledge ofTelecommunications & IT Technologies
- TelecommunicationsRegulations
- Leadership and PeopleManagement
- Influencing and Negotiation
- Change Management
- Analytic reasoning
- Project Management
- Communication &presentation
- Passion for Excellence
- Integrity
- Empowering people
- Growing people
- Team work
- Customer Focus
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