Analyst - Transmission Access at MTN Nigeria

Mission

• Manage the Transmission database with focus on driving efficiency in the CAPEX and Cost Optimization of the transmission network. 
• Responsible for the NCC Microwave transmission monthly reporting, analysis and reconciliations and manage an up-to date database to support transmission CAPEX Investment decisions

Description

• Manage the processes involved in the design, optimization and integration of IP/Ethernet TX Network 
• Ensure that transmission strategy and architecture aligns with business objectives and the strategic plans of other departments
• Provide engineering services to support new and installed IP/transmission systems base
• Provide high level support  for  Transmission access network Planning
• Define and direct new network element trials
• Define, develop and integrate transmission projects into the MTNN network architecture to meet Customer requirements and optimize MTNN network architecture
• Manage the NCC spectrum report and cost reconciliation

Education:

• First degree in the Sciences preferably in Engineering
• Cisco, Ericsson, Huawei, Tellabs & other vendor specific technology training and certification will be an advantage
• Project Management (PMP) certification is advantageous
• Fluent in English

Experience:

3 - 7 years’ experience which includes:

• Experience in a delivery-driven communications network environment
• Experience of transmission access network planning i.e. microwave/fibre design/planning
• Sound understanding of Telecom standards and hands-on knowledge of IP transport mechanisms
• Good knowledge of Aviat, Cisco, Ericsson, Huawei and Tellabs transmission solution and products and future roadmap of transmission technology. 
• Stakeholder relationship management; customer service experience and orientation
• Working with Cross functional Project team, lead projects and solution deployment for transmission
• In-depth knowledge of transport technologies: Microwave radio transmission, Optical transport network, IP/MPLS networks, ATM and IP protocols and Gbit Ethernet, MAN and NGN Technologies
• Proficient in the use of software design tools for microwave, fibre and IP planning
• Good knowledge of 2G, 3G, WiMAX & LTE network and systems architecture
• Good knowledge of various NE’s (MSC, MGW, HLR, SGSN, GGSN etc.) and understand traffic concepts, networks, nodes and inter-working