Vacancy Announcement at Etisalat Nigeria

Job Summary       
Coordinate the design, planning and optimisation of the transmission network of Etisalat
      
Principal Functions       

• Provide inputs in the development of strategies and plans towards the implementation of a working WAN, and transmission links (E1s, Backbones etc.) to support operational and business needs.
• Ensure that Etisalat's microwave network design strategy is in line with accepted local and international standards.
• Develop short, medium and long term transmission solutions for Network evolution e.g. for General Packet Radio Service (GPRS), Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) etc
• Lead the conceptualization, planning and development of customized technical solutions for enterprise business customers
• Review the end to end technical design proposal to meet specific requirements of the enterprise customers.
• Manage the execution of the unit's work programs and plans.
• Coordinate the evaluation of local and global telecommunications trends and development and implement strategies to counter/minimize possible impact on the architecture and integrity of the access network
• Keep abreast of global and local best practice as it relates to transmission planning and design.
• Identify required resources, personnel, funding to achieve the unit/ function's strategy.
• Establish and maintain relationship with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the day to day activities of the unit and ensure alignment with the overall goals and objectives of the department and the organisation as a whole.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and database of existing transmission infrastructure in various Etisalat target areas that can be leveraged for transmission services for network development and expansion.
• Analyse and determine the type of equipment to be used for transmission services.
• Define and direct transmission planning to support Etisalat network rollout.
• Oversee the design and planning of Etisalat's microwave transmission network.
• Oversee the design and planning of the links between the Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) and Mobile Switching Centres (MSC) to achieve full optimisation.
• Oversee the design and planning of Etisalat's cable transmission network.
• Facilitate the design of backbone and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) network.
• Coordinate the mapping out of Internet Protocol (IP) service connectivity.
• Oversee the design and planning of the integration of Etisalat's IP network
• Oversee the development and maintenance of a structured expansion plan for future traffic growth and technology evolution.
• Plan and manage the human and material resources of the team/ function to optimise performance, morale and enhance productivity.
• 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.
• Monitor and control the budgetary needs of the unit/function.
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Director, Engineering.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director, Engineering      

Educational Requirements       

• First degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering 
• Postgraduate degree/relevant professional qualification    

Experience, Skills & Competencies       

• Nine (9) to Twelve (12) years relevant work experience with at least three years in a managerial position
• IP Technologies
• Network Capacity Management
• Telecommunications & Mobile Network Standards & Specifications
• Leadership and People Management
• Communication
• Change Management
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus

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Job Summary       

• Perform PS end to end troubleshooting, conduct Packet core health checks, and carry out end to end KPI analysis and Performance optimization
• Ensure the implementation, maintenance and operations of Packet switch nodes and effectively monitor all data related links     

Principal Functions       

• Supervise the integration of new SGSN/GGSN nodes and ensure effective acceptance of the nodes
• Ensure prompt resolution of internal Roaming Data Challenges as stipulated with the timeline
• Monitoring of all data service link (Gi, Gp and blackberry)
• C0-ordinate the integration of new BSC and RNC to the packet nodes
• Ensure the implementation of new roaming partners and troubleshooting as requires
• Follow up major data network activities on daily basics and ensure fault free operation
• Perform impact analysis of software upgrade for SGSN/GGSN nodes and provide necessary recommendation as required
• Co-ordinate the routine maintenance of Packet switches in line with standard policies and procedures
• Supervision of all CRs implemented by EOT team on Packet nodes
• Ensure effective analyses of the Packet performance reports and proactively resolve any challenges
• Ensure daily monitoring of alarms generated from the Packet nodes and prompt resolution
• Supervise the configuration of Huawei routers and switches as deployed in the network
• Ensure effective implementation of firewalls in the Packet domain and security policies are adhere as required
• Ensure that the PS Core nodes availability targets are achieved
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Carrier and Data Services

Educational Requirements       

• First degree in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering

Experience, Skills & Competencies       

• Three (3) to five (5) years relevant work experience
• IP Knowledge with minimum certification as CCNP (will be an added advantage)
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Especially Excel)
• GPRS (SGSN/GGSN) operational experience with focus on troubleshooting
• Fault analysis & Performance reporting/analysis
• Personal Effectiveness
• Problem Solving
• Teaming
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus