Manager, CS Core at T2 (Formerly 9Mobile)

Job Summary       
Assist in the design, planning and optimisation of circuit switching components of Etisalat's core network, systems and platforms.

Principal Functions       

• Provide input in translating Etisalat business plan and subscriber growth assumptions into requirements for the core network circuit switching system.
• Review the unit/ team's activities, make recommendations for improvement and implement approved improvement initiatives to ensure enhanced performance of the team.
• Direct the timely provisioning of the circuit switching network capacity for all the GSM elements, features, protocols etc.
• Provide useful inputs in defining the locations for circuit switches and other network elements
• Design, plan and dimension circuit switching network elements to ensure optimal use and deployment of resources
• Define and direct the requirement for capacity planning and management of services on the Prepaid and Intelligent Network.
• Perform technical investigations into areas related to circuit switching network design and performance, such as new types of hardware, new design methodologies,impact of new technologies (GPRS, EDGE).
• Coordinate the unit's activities and ensure compliance with the organisation's operating policies, controls and procedures.
• Manage inter-functional relations to ensure synergy across the various departmental functions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members and manage subordinate's performance towards the achievement of overall team objectives.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned by Head, Core and VAS       

Educational Requirements       

• First degree from  a recognised University       

Experience, Skills & Competencies       

• Six (6) to Eight (8) years work experience with at least three (3) in a supervisory role.
• Business Application Knowledge
• Telecommunications Technology Fundamentals
• Telecommunications & Mobile Network Standards & Specifications
• Problem Solving
• Teaming
• Communication
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus