VAS Messaging Engineer Permanent
VAS Application Services Engineer
IP PLANNING ENGINEER - CORE Permanent
IN Prepaid Support Engineer Permanent
Data Control Group (DCG) Engineer Permanent
HLS Engineer Permanent
VAS Planning Engineer Permanent
Wireless Bearer Services Engineer Permanent
RF Planning & Optimisation Engineer Permanent
Tele-Traffic Analyst Permanent
IN Pre-Paid Specialist Permanent
System Planning Engineer Permanent
Architecture & Strategy Manager Permanent
DATACOMMS SERVICES SUPPORT ENGINEER ( GPRS SUPPORT)
Service Development Engineer
Transmission Edge Services Engineer



VAS Messaging Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
· To ensure optimal operation of all VAS messaging platforms (e.g. SMS, MMSC, Voice Mail, RBT, FAF, Call Me Back, Call Completion Application, USSD, Location Based Services) and to deliver the required availability level of all Application Services

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Ever changing advances in technology· Quality of Value Added Services is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.· Emerging GSM market

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)

Role Complexity:· Liaise with
Switch, TX Support, LanWan, Prepaid/IN, VAS Applications and IS to resolve service problems· Interface with Customer Service to resolve customer problems
Task Complexity:· HPUX and / Solaris System Administration/· Oracle Database Administration· Developing tools and monitoring scripts using Perl and Unix Scripts· Support of Value Added Services Applications· Developing multi thread applications using OOP Languages such as Java, C++, .NET and Perl· Perform Software and Hardware installation· Ensure that ITIL best practices are strictly adhered to· Upgrade/load approved patches and fixes· Produce test documents· Perform integration and acceptance tests· Implement change request/planned work on platforms using established Change Management procedures· Monitor systems and applications on site and remotely· Resolution of subscriber problems.· Log, analyze, resolve and escalate faults on the platforms· Ensure systems security by Carrying out regular file system and database backupso Logging of all activities on platformso Regulating access to systems and ensuring confidentiality of information· Conduct monthly routine preventive maintenance· Perform software installations
Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Complexity:· None
Lateral dimensions of the position

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Developing tools and innovative applications· Consistently search for innovative ways to improve the quality of Application Services
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Dependence on Vendor applications· Systems breakdown or malfunction· Lack of support from other departments· Breach of systems security
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: None· Key customers: Network Group, Marketing, IS, Revenue Assurance, Customer Care BOS· Key suppliers: Network Group, Ericsson, LogicaCMG, Sunrizon, Comverse
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Identification of decision points and present options to supervisor to enable informed decisions· Personal initiative
Authorities:· Unrestrained access to subscriber profiles



Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc./HND Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering / Computer Science· Unix/Oracle/ITIL/Java Certifications

Experience:· Four (4) years hands-on experience in Solaris System Administration or equivalent· Three (3) years hands-on experience in Applications Development and Oracle Database Administration· Three (3) years hands-on experience in Applications support· Good understanding of GSM Value Added Services

Training:· GSM Systems Survey· GPRS Systems Survey· C7 Fundamentals· MMSC System Administration · Telepath 2750 basic and advanced training· FDA System admin traing· Comverse Insight training· RBT training · Solaris System Admin and Networking· Java Programming· Oracle Developer· Oracle Database Administration· PERL Scripting

Competencies
Knowledge:· Solaris System Administration skills· Unix Shell and Perl Scripting skills· Oracle Database Administration skills· Knowledge of Veritas Volume Manager, Solstice DiskSuite and Disk Arrays ·

Comprehensive experience developing in OOP Languages such as Java, C++ and .NET would be an added advantage· Operational knowledge of GSM Value Added Services· Good knowledge of JBoss Application Server and Apache Ant would be an added advantage· SUN Hardware Support skills· Strong independent problem solver with good initiative · Excellent interpersonal, communication and documentation skills

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications TMOS, MINSAT, CDRLIVEo Microsoft Office Suite· Technical problem solving skills· Strong analytical skills· Strong independent problem solving skills · Excellent interpersonal, communication and documentation skills
Behavioural qualities:· Self-starter· Fast learner· Ability to work under pressure· Innovative· Attention to detail· Knowledge sharing· Self confidence· Proactive· Ability to think logically· High level of integrity
General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions. · After hours overtime and callout when necessary

Quality Standards
· System Availability ≥ 99.5%· Mean Time To Restoration for major outages < 3 Hours· Planned event completion rate ≥ 99% completion as scheduled· Service Availability ≥ 99.5%· Platform total HW failure ≤ 1 incident /6months


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E-mail : MTN21@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-21


VAS Application Services Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:

· To ensure optimal operation of all Application Service platforms (e.g. BGw, WGw, ADC, VPN, PPMenu, P2P, RAPTOR) and to deliver the required availability level of all Application Services
Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Ever changing advances in technology· Quality of Value Added Services is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.·

Emerging GSM market
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)

Role Complexity:· Liaise with Switch, TX Support, LanWan, Prepaid/IN, VAS Messaging and IS to resolve service problems· Interface with Customer Service to resolve customer problems
Task Complexity:· Solaris System Administration· Oracle Database Administration· Developing tools and monitoring scripts using Perl and Unix Scripts· Support of Value Added Services Applications· Developing multi thread applications using OOP Languages such as Java, C++, .NET and Perl· Perform Software and Hardware installation· Ensure that ITIL best practices are strictly adhered to· Upgrade/load approved patches and fixes· Produce test documents· Perform integration and acceptance tests· Implement change request/planned work on platforms using established Change Management procedures· Monitor systems and applications on site and remotely· Resolution of subscriber problems.· Log, analyze, resolve and escalate faults on the platforms· Ensure systems security by Carrying out regular file system and database backupso Logging of all activities on platformso Regulating access to systems and ensuring confidentiality of information· Conduct monthly routine preventive maintenance· Perform software installations

Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Complexity:· None
Lateral dimensions of the position

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Developing tools and innovative applications· Consistently search for innovative ways to improve the quality of Application Services
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Dependence on Vendor applications· Systems breakdown or malfunction· Lack of support from other departments· Breach of systems security
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: None· Key customers: Network Group, Marketing, IS, Revenue Assurance, Customer Care BOS· Key suppliers: Network Group, Ericsson, M-centric
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Identification of decision points and present options to supervisor to enable informed decisions· Personal initiative
Authorities:· Unrestrained access to subscriber profiles


Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc./HND Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering / Computer Science· Unix/Oracle/ITIL/Java Certifications

Experience:· Four (4) years hands-on experience in Solaris System Administration· Three (3) years hands-on experience in Applications Development and Oracle Database Administration· Three (3) years hands-on experience in Applications support· Good understanding of GSM Value Added Services

Training:· GSM Systems Survey· GPRS Systems Survey· C7 Fundamentals· MIEP System Administration · ADC System Administration · VPN System Administration· BGw System Administration · OGw System Administration · Solaris System Admin and Networking· Java Programming· Oracle Developer· Oracle Database Administration· PERL Scripting

Competencies
Knowledge:· Solaris System Administration skills· Unix Shell and Perl Scripting skills· Oracle Database Administration skills· Knowledge of Veritas Volume Manager, Solstice DiskSuite and Disk Arrays · Comprehensive experience developing in OOP Languages such as Java, C++ and .NET would be an added advantage· Operational knowledge of GSM Value Added Services· Good knowledge of JBoss Application Server and Apache Ant would be an added advantage· SUN Hardware Support skills· Strong independent problem solver with good initiative · Excellent interpersonal, communication and documentation skills

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications TMOS, MINSAT, CDRLIVEo Microsoft Office Suite· Technical problem solving skills· Strong analytical skills· Strong independent problem solving skills ·

Excellent interpersonal, communication and documentation skills
Behavioural qualities:· Self-starter· Fast learner· Ability to work under pressure· Innovative· Attention to detail· Knowledge sharing· Self confidence· Proactive· Ability to think logically· High level of integrity
General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions. · After hours overtime and callout when necessary
Quality Standards
· System Availability ≥ 99.5%· Mean Time To Restoration for major outages < 3 Hours· Planned event completion rate ≥ 99% completion as scheduled· Service Availability ≥ 99.5%· Platform total HW failure ≤ 1 incident /6months


Contact Details


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E-mail : MTN20@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-20



IP PLANNING ENGINEER - CORE
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
The Role will involve,
Routine analyses, trending and optimization of network nodes, infrastructure and services within the IP/MPLS backbone network. These positions will evaluate, characterize and produce integration plans for data carrier service requests and ensure provisioning of bandwidth and all required IP backbone network resources in line with the organization’s service development plan.

While producing weekly network trends, capacity utilization and expansion forecasts, they shall also maintain and evolve the network architecture, topology, addressing and naming conventions and shall assist Network Operations with second level problem analyses and troubleshooting.
· Plan and design nodes, sites and links within the national IP/MPLS Edge & Core Networks and ensure ongoing development to cater for new developments in the organization’s business plan.· Produce network convergence hierarchy, topology, architecture and infrastructure redundancy plan for VPN service integration, regional Service provider edge aggregation and IP Core Transport via the multi-service backbone.· Interface with Transmission Specialists and Topology for planning of optic (DWDM) backbone connectivity, capacity planning and allocation for efficient transport of all internal and external customer data traffic.· Plan, design and optimize routing & transport technologies for Provider Edge aggregation and Core transport network integration and verify requests, justify needs and classify all requested networks and services for MPLS VPN integration.· Plan, deploy and evolve Quality and Class of Service techniques at the network Edge and in the MPLS core network.· Plan all IP backbone integration events, issue work orders and control project processes for capacity expansion, node integration and/or new service introduction.· Conduct weekly & monthly network performance monitoring, trend analyses, capacity planning and expansion in line with network growth trends and increases in traffic.· Develop and evolve IP addressing, naming and numbering formats for all network nodes and elements in the IP/MPLS backbone.·
Produce and evolve designs for integration and extension of IP/MPLS edge functionality to the Campus LAN Core at all IP Backbone locations.· Plan, schedule and conduct site visits and surveys for accurate and effective network design, dimensioning and integration planning.



Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering with 4-5 years extensive experience in IT & Telecoms preferably on a large Service Provider network.· Cisco qualification – CCNP/DP level with extensive systems integration and network design experience.·

Understanding of high capacity Packet & TDM transmission technologies & products, e.g. SDH, DWDM.· Working knowledge of IP/MPLS, QOS standards & Networking protocols such as X25, TCP/IP, Frame Relay, ATM, MPLS and ATOM.· Voice Networking Telecomm standards ETSI/ANSI, VOIP, C7 (SS7).· Knowledge of advanced IP routing protocols (BGP, IS-IS, etc).
· Above average competence with Visio and Microsoft Word.· Strong technical design, analyses, presentation and reporting skills.· Understanding of technology strategy and development trends.· Consistent follow through and basic project & process management skills.
· Team player, able to work under time pressure · Integrity, sound judgement & attention to details · Analytical approach to problem solving· Good oral & written communication.· Proactive and lateral thinking· Can do attitude, willing to travel & prepared to work long hours.



Contact Details


Contact Person :
Telephone :
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E-mail : MTN11@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-11



IN Prepaid Support Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
· To perform installation commissioning and maintenance of all Pre-Paid Administration Systems (PPAS) and Interactive Voice Response (IVR) platforms.

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Multi protocol environment· Multi sheltered telecommunications and Information technology environment· Support 97% of the subscriber base, that being prepaid

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity:· Liaise with systems planning, IS, Marketing and Finance departments on prepaid issues.

Task Complexity:· Perform hands on systems installation and commissioning.· Perform systems provisioning, operation and administration.· Securely keep systems logs and perform back-ups.· Verification of system problems and providing support to higher-level maintenance personnel.· On site remedial support such as but not limited to swapping least repairable units.· Active participation in software update installation and performing recommended preventive maintenance actions.· Investigating and identifying reasons for abnormal network conditions.· Monitor the status and performance of the network elements on daily, weekly and monthly basis.· Develop new interfaces, tool, applications to increase the effectiveness of the prepaid support systems.· Produce weekly and monthly reports on prepaid nodes.

Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Complexity:· None.
Lateral dimensions of the position
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Write scripts to automate prepaid processes· Network reconfiguration· Develop service idea with respect to prepaid platform
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Poor configuration of nodes· Unstable power supply· Highly pressurized position, high demand from internal customers like the call center, IS, Finance and BRM
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: None· Key customers: Marketing, IS, Call center, Revenue Assurance, Business Risk, Systems Planning· Key suppliers: Third parties, System Planning, Marketing, IS Application, · Relations, etc. All customers
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Consult with planning on reconfiguration· Recommend expenditure to Manager· Recommend platforms, interfaces, tools for prepaid services
Authorities:· Take recommended action (as per vendor documentation) in the repair and maintenance of any prepaid equipment.· Authority to halt any activities in process in the prepaid environment which:- Have not been logged in the event file- In any way jeopardize the integrity of the network- Render the work environment unsafe.· Allocate spare firmware on demand


Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications) or Computer Science

Experience:· Three (3) years experience in ICT environment, preferably in a telecommunications company.· Experience working with UNIX

Training:· Shell & Perl Scripting· SQL Programming
Competencies

Knowledge:· Core network Infrastructure· Knowledge of telecommunications and IT protocols like RPC, HTTP, FTP, CCITT7, INAP· UNIX / Sun Solaris· Scripting· Open VMS, SQL· INGRES, SYBASE· ORACLE

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications OPTIMA – Network performance Measurement toolo FACTS· Leadership skills· Good communication skills· Time management abilities
Behavioural qualities:· Confidentiality and integrity· Problem solving abilities· Ability to work under pressure· Honest· Team player, willingness to serve the team· Positive attitude
General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions. · After hours callout when necessary

Quality Standards
· Service availability on the prepaid platform· Mean Time To Restoration for major outages within 5 hours i.e. hardware or platform faults· Planned work completion rate (change request)· Fault clearance rate (90% of service affecting faults should be cleared within 4 hours)· Accuracy of reports for other departments.



Contact Details


Contact Person :
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Fax :
E-mail : MTN10@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-10





Data Control Group (DCG) Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
· To write man-machine language for general switch operations and integration.

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Dynamic global technological environment· Software development is still in a nascent stage in Nigeria.· Quality of network is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.· Emerging GSM market

Task Complexity:· Write and load data transcripts to integrate new network element following processes and procedures.· Write data transcripts to expand traffic route and signaling route promptly, to prevent congestion· Build data transcripts for international roaming and test roaming· Perform mass provisioning of subscribers· Perform migration and profile change· Implement change requests/planned work, using switch operation procedures· Monitor network elements using TMOS and WINFOL· Monitor performance statistics using OPTIMA/FACT· Conduct asset tracking using capacity sheets and TMOS for all AXE nodes· Maintain a change control process for all data scripts produced.

Supervisory /Leadership / Managerial Complexity:· Effective self-supervision for quality delivery in reduced turn around time.
Lateral dimensions of the position

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Developing short routines to automate some routine tasks.
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Strong dependence on vendor applications· Systems breakdown or malfunction· Power failure at the sites· Breach of systems security
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: National Switch Manager,· Key customers: Switch Operations· Key suppliers: Systems Planning · Relations, etc. HLS, Transmission Implementation (Mapping of circuits)
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Personal initiative to develop data transcripts for new ideas but subject to approval by supervisor
Authorities:· None






Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications)
Experience:· Two (2) years hands-on experience in programming (Operations) in a GSM Environment· Two (2) years experience of Data Transcript in AXE 10 environment, or other proven testing/switching /support experience is desirable.

Training:· GSM data transcript· GSM MSC/VLR/HLR Operations· AXE Intelligent network overview· GSM advanced system techniques· DXX/FOCUS Basic course· Node dimensioning· GSM System planning

Competencies
Knowledge:· Core network Infrastructure· Knowledge of UNIX based applications· Knowledge of radio principles· Knowledge of programming/macros· GSM network operations· GSM network quality management· GSM node hardware dimensioning· Knowledge and application of technological advances· Integration of new nodes to network operation· Advanced knowledge of switches· Advanced knowledge of SQL and Oracle.

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications:- OPTIMA – Network performance Measurement tool- FACTS· Interpersonal skills· Sound communication skills

Behavioural qualities:· Problem solving ability· Ability to think and function under pressure· Proactive· Ability to learn quickly· Self starter· Innovative· Attention to detail· Methodical


General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions.
Quality Standards
· Availability of data scripts· Core network availability· MTTR for major outages · Planned event completion rate· Core network performance· Smooth network integration· Congestion levels at the various nodes



Contact Details


Contact Person :
Telephone :
Fax :
E-mail : MTN7@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-7


HLS Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
· To handle and resolve all Switching Network related queries. Test and verify all new functionality both S/W & H/W and improve Network Performance

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· High tech, flexibility, knowledge sharing.· Infrastructure deficiencies and constraints· Quality of network is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.· Emerging GSM market

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity:· Interface with the various groups within Network operations in resolving complex network problems · Liaise with Equipment suppliers and Operators during execution of new functionality and equipment testing
Task Complexity:· Resolve all Network related faults and issues that maybe required from Second line Operation & Maintenance (SMC/CNO/DCG)· Install/Implement & Integrate new nodes into Network. · Control and Administer Customer Service Requests (CSR’s) to relevant Switching Element Supplier(s). Also test and integrate software upgrades/releases from Suppliers· Complete detailed Investigations on Cellular Network to optimize Network protocol layers and architecture. (Includes SS7 signalling and AXE Plex Investigations)· Complete New Functionality and Service testing as required.· Assist Radio Engineers/Optimisation/Facilities Implementation and Support personnel and One-man-bands (OMBs) with clearing of complex faults. · Communicate information and instructions from Head Office RHLS to all relevant regional staff. · Provide auditing and mentorship of regional radio staff (work with staff to ensure that correct procedures are followed). · Ensure that a basic level of competency for the Radio Engineers is maintained by providing necessary informal training and guidance. · Assist Head Office RHLS with the evaluation of new Global Systems for Mobile communications (GSM) radio equipment, configurations and software releases. · Assist Head Office RHLS with the evaluation of test equipment and peripheral equipment. · Co-ordinate the calibration and repair of test equipment in the region. · Distribute new software to relevant regional staff. · Report radio-related problems in the network that cannot be resolved regionally to Head Office RHLS. · Oversee the implementation of the radio-related resolution once received from Head Office. · Reporting and updating of RHLS Activity Database

Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Complexity:· None
Lateral dimensions of the position
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)·
Vulnerabilities (control span)·
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports, None· Matrix reports, None· Key customers, Network Group, Marketing, Customer operation· Key suppliers, Network Group, Vendors, · Relations, etc.
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:·
Authorities:· Request assistance from other regional RHLS staff, Head Office RHLS or Suppliers via Head Office as required. · Halt any activities in progress in their environment which: · Have not been logged In the events file. · In any way jeopardize the integrity of the network.



Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Experience:· 4-5 years Telecoms Exp.· Ericsson AXE /or EWSD switching experience is desirable
Training:·

Competencies
Knowledge:· Better than average knowledge of transmission systems· Radio Frequency (RF) principles · Specific radio equipment as used in the MTN Network· GSM network operations· GSM node hardware dimensioning· Knowledge and application of technological advances· Integration of new nodes to network operation· Knowledge of switch operations· Knowledge of SQL and Oracle.· Knowledge of visual basics

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications MS Office suiteo OPTIMA – Network performance Measurement toolo FACTSo TMOS
Behavioural qualities:· Self starter· Proactive· Innovative· Attention to detail· Team · Confidence· Ability to work under pressure· Ability to improvise

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions. · National travel and a valid drivers license· Prepared to Work overtime and some long shifts.

Quality Standards
· Network availability· Successful S/W implementation· Standardized Network Levels· New functionality installed quickly & without Network De-graduation.· Acceptable Congestion levels· Support of Network elements & objectives as laid down by planning department· Network Quality



Contact Details


Contact Person :
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E-mail : MTN9@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-9


VAS Planning Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
· To assist in the design, planning and optimisation of MTNN’s VAS/Data platforms, so as to achieve a cost effective and optimal VAS network design, and a timely deployment of quality products and services in line with the business strategic objectives.

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Regulatory framework / DML licensing conditions for rollout and network quality· Government and local authorities regulatory policies· Company Mission, policies and procedures· Lack of existing infrastructure - transmission, power etc.· MTN Nigeria’s business plan· ETSI GSM Standards for African networks· GSM Global standards for network performance and quality·

Quality standards· Technology development in the local market· Technology evolution path for GSM– 2.5G/3G (GPRS, UMTS)· Highly competitive telecommunications environment· Infrastructure deficiencies and constraints· Availability of Tools and Resources· Availability of Technical solutions· Resistive and politically virile communities · Infrastructure deficiencies and constraints

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity: Does not refer to the various “roles” that the incumbent has to assume in the conducting of the duties. Instead, this would be additional complexity that should not be inherent in this position, but the incumbent has responsibility for Example HR Managers having to manage an IT function.· Coordinating the efforts, inputs and outputs from many internal company departments, to ensure that the design and plan are carried out appropriately.· Interface with Marketing, business development groups for new services and product development planning· The role requires a switch between the intelligent network and core network platforms· Primary interface with vendors on technical issues· Project management and tracking to ensure that products are launched within specified timelines

Task Complexity: Indicates those KPA’s that are essential to the position itself. These are normally specific to the incumbent, the job, and the function. Excludes role and leadership / management.· Define the optimal network topology for the VAS & Data platforms (e.g SMSC, MMSC, VMS, SGSN, GGSN, ADC, etc) for deployment of Value Added service to give MTNN competitive advantage· Execute prompt provisioning of network capacity for all the VAS network elements, features, protocols· Responsible for designing and dimensioning of the VAS & Data network as well as new products and services to support the marketing product · Plan and design the implementation of future Prepaid/IN products· Plan and design the network architecture to optimally serve the growth of the VAS network in terms of traffic, subscribers and value added service capacity· Carry out feasibility studies for new products and produce a technical report· Conduct analysis of network model outputs and traffic patterns to evaluate model and proffer solution if necessary within the VAS & Data environment· Design and plan the evolution of Value Added Services, such as, but not limited to, messaging (Voicemail & SMS), Mobile Data, WAP, GPRS, Multimedia products and other Third Party applications and services· Conduct technical feasibility studies for new products and services and produce feasibility report· Produce Functional and Technical Specification documents for new products and services · Participate in cross functional meetings with key stakeholders involved in the development and deployment of new Value Added Services in order to define best solutions for new products and services· Meet with vendors on new market releases and technology upgrade path to ensure quick deployment of new and innovative products/services

Supervisory Complexity:· None
Leadership Complexity:· None
Managerial complexity:· None
Lateral dimensions of the position
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent) Indicates the potential for improvement and / or innovation inherent in a position· Ability to think proactively and take ownership· Technological drive
Vulnerabilities (control span) Refers to the latent difficulties, or things that could potentially go wrong that affect a specific position. Such vulnerabilities may / may not be under the control of the incumbent. Direct implication or first level of impact.· Vendor resource constraints· Equipment ordering logistics· Working tools· Adequate Training· Business strategic shift
Collaboration
(Responsibility towards: : who are they and what do they receive from the incumbent· Direct reports, None· Matrix reports, None· Key customers, Marketing· Key suppliers, Vendors· Relations, etc. Marketing, Corporate Sales, Legal and regulatory, Information Systems (IS)
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment: Relates to the decision-making constraints placed upon a position or conversely, the degree of freedom in decision-making.· Personal Initiative



Qualifications : Education:

· A Bachelors Degree in Electrical/Electronics or Computer Engineering

Experience:· 3+ years of experience in cellular industry· Experience with GSM, TDMA, CDMA, 2.5/3G networks.· Technical experience in planning, design and working with SMSC, MMSC, VMS GGSN, SGSN, WAP Gw and other VAS platforms· Vast experience in new products and services development and a good understanding of Product Development Life Cycle· Vast Knowledge of signaling systems C7, ISUP, MAP, SMPP, WAP, XML, HTTP etc· Experience with Statistics models and trending using
Analytic/Modeling tools



Contact Details


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E-mail : MTN22@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-



Wireless Bearer Services Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
.Performs high level technical support functions on all MTNN transmission media at the Switch and Transmission sites

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc)· Resistant and politically virile communities· High level of technology in underdeveloped communities· Infrastructure deficiencies and constraints· Quality of network is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry· Emerging GSM market· Increasing demand for better transmission service by the customers· MTNN policies processes and procedures
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)

Role Complexity:· Ensure technical details on TX plans are deployed correctly and signed off· (Identify and correct errors made by Transmission Planning Unit on transmission planning specifications)· High-level dependence on (Network Management Center)NMC to escalate transmission related faults








Task Complexity:· Gives high level support to Field Support Engineers on transmission related issues· Generates and maintains transmission performance reports· Manages transmission media plans· Collaborates with vendors for statistics on transmission equipments and spares· Prepares transmission performance equipment for vendors

Supervisory
Complexity/Leadership Complexity/Managerial complexity· None
Lateral dimensions of the position
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Must be proactive in identifying and relating possible operations problems to NMC· Ability to keep trends of technology and ensure company is in line with best practices
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Systems breakdown· Natural disasters/ sabotage of transmission media, leading to interruptions of transmission signals· Community unrests and inference· Communication breakdown between NMC and the Engineer, causing an increased Mean Time To Restoration (MTTR)· Failure on the part of the transmission planner to complete plans at the right time

Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: None· Key customers: Switch Operations, Core Network implementation, IS, Customer Service, Marketing, FSEs· Key suppliers: Transmission Planning, CPG, Core Network, Marketing· Relations, etc: NMC
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· None



Qualifications : Education:
· HND/ First Degree in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering or its equivalent in Electrical/ Communications Engineering· Specialist certifications in transmission or telecommunications related field will be an added advantage

Experience:· 2years working experience in any telecommunications related field· Experience in telecommunications transmission

Training:· Vendor technology training on vendor products· Project management · Negotiation skills

Competencies
Knowledge:· In depth knowledge of transmission technology and media, Tools· Transmission planning, operations and maintenance knowledge· Broad understanding of various modes of transmission

Skills / physical competencies:· Proficient in the use of test equipments· Must be below 35years of age· Good interpersonal skills· Analytical skills· Good verbal and written communication skills



Contact Details


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E-mail : MTN23@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-23





RF Planning & Optimisation Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
To execute the design, planning and optimisation of MTNN’s radio network coverage and capacity rollout according to the nominal rollout plan so as to achieve a cost effect network design, and a good level of service and network quality

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Regulatory framework / DML licensing conditions for rollout and network quality· Government and local authorities regulatory policies· Company Mission, policies and procedures· Lack of existing infrastructure - transmission, power etc.· Marketing coverage objectives to set rollout targets· ETSI GSM Standards for African networks· GSM Global standards for network performance and quality· Quality standards· Highly competitive telecommunications environment· Infrastructure deficiencies and constraints· Availability of Technical solutions· Availability of Tools· Resistive and politically virile communities

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity:· Execute the nominal radio coverage and capacity rollout design for the region· Carry out the detailed RF design to conform with the nominal rollout plan· Monitor network performance and configuration to ensure conformance with KPIs for the region· Support the Regional RF Manager by providing field sensitive feedback to the nominal rollout plan· Inter department collaboration / interface with other Network Group divisions within the region· Handle local network queries raised by the customer operations team in the region· Understanding the telecommunication industry local trends and developments in order to assess the impact on MTN’s current and future business· Awareness and reporting of competitor activities as identified in the field· From time to time delegate for the Regional RF P&O Manager when out of the office on leave etc.

Task Complexity:· Network Planning functions within the region which will be measured by Capacity - Ensuring that at any time the network will be able to accommodate the subscriber level anticipated 3 months aheado Coverage – Ensuring that coverage is provided in all areas where MTN subscribers live, work and play and to maintain parity with the competitor where necessaryo Time - Ensuring that network planning and site acceptance will be carried out in a manner to allow sufficient time for acquisition, construction and implementation of BTS and transmission linkso Network optimisation/performance management within the region. Network optimization will be measured on the following factors: § Frequency Reuse
Efficiency - Implementing a frequency reuse plan in the areas of highest traffic density in order to achieve a high quality network with minimum interference. § Network quality - Dropped calls, GoS/blocking rate, Voice quality, Call success, Call setup time§ Responsiveness to customer problems§ Site Accepted / Optimisation Drive Test - Regular drive testing of the network must be carried out to ensure that design objectives for coverage and network quality are maintained (Sites Acceptance Testing) and proactively diagnose network problems for immediate fixes.· Maintain accurate and thorough Knowledge of the network · Maintain at all times a detailed knowledge of the behavior and status of all sites in the region of responsibility. This includes: o Nominal plan from Coverage Steering Groupo Planned sites o Site acquisition statuso Build configuration and statuso Traffic levelso GoS (Congestions stats)o Dropped call rate·o Control Channel failureo HO failure rate· Produce Cost Effective radio designs - ensuring the network will be designed and built in the most cost effective way possible, e.g. rooftops/existing towers/water towers are easier and cheaper to build than greenfields· Monitor and report all competitor activities·· The clutter data and propagation models (Planning Tool:Asset) will be checked at regular intervals to ensure that they offer a true reflection of the propagation environment· · Maintain an awareness of the latest technological and industry developments that may affect the cellular business· Be aware of any of the issues below that may affect the successful operation of MTN’s business within the region Economic situationo Social/community situations o Provide specialist technical support to all other department regarding the network and radio related features·

Supervisory Complexity:None
Leadership Complexity:None
Managerial complexity:None
Lateral dimensions of the position
Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Develop creative coverage and capacity enhancement techniques· Develop proactive methodologies for conducting fault diagnostics and fixes for the regional network· Keep abreast of technology evolution in order to apply new innovative concepts, which will improve efficiency and add value to the network
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Support from other NWG divisions in the region · Regulatory and economic constraints· Communal unrest· Competition from other operators· CRIME - vandalism

Collaboration
(Responsibility towards:§ direct reports, None§ matrix reports, None§ key customers, Marketing, Special Projects team, Implementation, Operations, Transmission Team, Systems Planning§ key suppliers, TSS team, Special Projects Team, Implementation (Properties)§ relations, etc. TSS and Special Projects teams, other NWG divisions, Local/regional Customer Operations staff
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:Personal initiative to develop ideas, but implementation of such ideas is subject to approval by the regional RF P&O Manager.



Qualifications : Minimum Education:
· B.Sc Electrical/Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering
Minimum Experience:· Two (2) years RF experience with a GSM or Wireless Telecomm operator

Training:· Training on the
BSS aspect of a GSM network· Radio planning and optimisation of GSM network· Training on vendor equipment and software· New technologies training· Other general training, e.g. Presentation skills etc.
Competencies
Knowledge:· Understanding of GSM network architecture· Knowledge of Radio Propagation principles· · Knowledge of RF planning and optimisation tools· Basic knowledge of GIS Systems – MapInfo · Frequency Planning· Cell Selection· Map reading and orientation Traffic planning

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications Asset planning toolo Neptune drive test toolo TMOSo Problem solving and analytical abilities
Behavioral qualities:· Fast learner· Flexiblility and adaptability· Problem solving and analytical abilities· Effective time management abilities·
· Ability to function under pressure· Ability to think and plan proactively· Drive and tenacity· Can do attitude

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
General MTN N working conditions. National traveling into various remote areas within the specified region. Additional working time is maybe required. A valid drivers license.



Contact Details


Contact Person :
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E-mail : MTN13@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-13



Tele-Traffic Analyst
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose:

To examine the performance of the network in terms of its design architecture, its quality and its capacities from a specialist viewpoint and initiate actions to optimize the performance of the network as a whole. To ensure that the operational support structure for the area is optimally integrated into network operations.

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Dynamic global technological environment· Network maturing, improved optimization a requirement.· Quality of network is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.· Best of breed requirement in Global industry , w.r.t.

Network Performance
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity:· Liaise with HOD’s GM’s and Network Planning Team where required· NWG HOD’s Tele-traffic analysis and capacity· Statistical Reporting and performance analysis· Assist in decision making w.r.t. Network Architectural changes
· Task Complexity:· Analyze the performance of the network at various levels of subscriber load and service capacity. Initiate planning actions to increase capacity and improve the quality, availability and measurement. · Analyze the overall network performance and analyze cross-systems impact.· Liaise with Technology specialists, Integrate and work across functions to analyze Network impacts and performance.· Ensure that the Tele-Traffic function is synchronized with NWG KPI’s; assist in setting these performance metrics. · Anticipates and recognizes significant shifts in Network capacity and performance.· Carries substantial influence in discussions to resolve problems , emphasis on his/her specialist knowledge.· Assists in the development of an automated and effective environment for the Tele-Traffic function. This includes aligning the Tele-Traffic function with the overall TMN philosophy and the definition, refinement, selection and implementation of network performance tools.· To research, define, specify, plan and integrate the operational requirements for new technologies and services which will be supported by Network Operations.· To report regularly and comprehensively on the progress and activities of the specialist area of Tele-Traffic engineering.· ·

Monitor the specialist area for overall efficiency and trouble spots using network performance tools and provide technical status reports to different target groups. These groups are the various management layers, divisions within MTN and regional operations.· Initiate and implement ideas and feedback on software tools, procedures and improvements to Tele-Traffic functionality.·

Assist with the operational establishment and development of new MTN networks in the international arena.· A working knowledge of SS7 / IP / Tele-Traffic Measurements eg ASR/ABR· A understanding of Ericisson STS databases advantageous· Network Benchmarking , Pre and Post Impacts of Marketing Promo’s , Traffic Trends and Network Behavior
Supervisory /Leadership / Managerial Complexity:· Effective self-supervision· Ability to interface at all levels within the company· Simplifies complex statistics to focus the group and suggests actions to improve .
Lateral dimensions of the position

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Developing short routines to automate some routine tasks.
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Strong dependence Statistical Databases· Systems breakdown or malfunction· Power failure at the sites· Breach of systems security
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: None· Matrix reports: HOD’s· Key customers: NOD· Key suppliers: Systems Planning · Relations, etc. HLS, Transmission Implementation (Mapping of circuits)
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Personal initiative to develop scripts allowing for cross analysis of date· Explains complex information in a way that focuses the departments direction· Innovative ideas on optimizing the Network w.r.t. Parameter settings / Routing· Bench marking within the Industry both Nationally within the larger MTN Group and Internationally
Authorities:· Impact analysis pre major Network affecting work , Stopping of major impacting work.



Qualifications : Education:
· B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications)· Strong Statistical background in Telecommunications

Experience:· At Least 5 years experience in GSM environment , and the analysis of engineering statistics· At Least 5 Years experience in a Fixed Telecoms environment , experience in a Network capacity planning Performance analysis function· Experience should encompass all areas of statistical analysis includes Transmission but with focus on core Network / IN / SS7 and Traffic analysis.

Training:· GSM STS · GSM MSC/VLR/HLR Operations· AXE Intelligent network overview· GSM advanced system techniques· DXX/FOCUS Basic course· Node dimensioning· GSM System planning· SS7 / IP /

Competencies
Knowledge: A highly specialized technologist with mathematical , statistical and problem solving abilities. Lateral thinking and general systems-interconnectivity knowledge is a must. Experience and comprehension of TMN philosophy and practice as it related to Performance management. Process engineering skills required· Core network Infrastructure· Knowledge of UNIX based applications· Knowledge of radio principles· Knowledge of programming/macros/pivot tables· GSM network operations· GSM network quality management· GSM node hardware dimensioning· Knowledge and application of technological advances· Integration of new nodes to network operation· Advanced knowledge of switches· Advanced knowledge of Traffic flows / Routings / IN call flows / SS7· Advanced knowledge of SQL and Oracle.

Skills / physical competencies:· Operational systems and applications:- OPTIMA – Network performance Measurement tool- FACTS· Interpersonal skills· Sound communication skills
Behavioural qualities:· Problem solving ability· Ability to think and function under pressure· Proactive· Ability to learn quickly· Self starter· Innovative· Attention to detail· Methodical , analytical approach

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, drivers license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions.
Quality Standards
· Availability of data · Core network availability· EOS Analysis and bench-marking with MTN-Group · Core network performance· Service Quality
Sign-off / Approval



Contact Details


Contact Person :
Telephone :
Fax :
E-mail : MTN16@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-16




IN Pre-Paid Specialist
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
MTN NIGERIA Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:

· To ensure 100% availability of all Charging/IN nodes· Development and testing of new marketing services by incorporating all available technology· Integration and software development of 3rd Party applications to Charging/IN nodes· Disaster recovery· Mentor junior staff members with in house training

Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Ever changing advances in technology (Real Time Charging for All)· Software development is still in a nascent stage in Nigeria.· Quality of network is a distinguishing factor in the telecommunications industry.· Emerging GSM market

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Role Complexity:· Interface with IS and 3rd Party vendors to ensure end to end system performance· Liaise with the Planning and Marketing team to reconcile data on Charging/IN nodes to determine network performance and new service performance · Lease with Planning, IS and other internal MTN departments to ensure a smooth transfer of statistics· Lease with Planning to ensure proper planning of network expansion and new node acquisitions· Ensure the usage of internal skills to integrate new nodes into the network

Task Complexity:· System commissioning and expansion of all Charging/IN platforms· Integration of all new network elements onto the Charging/IN Platforms· Ensure optimization of system logs on all Charging/IN nodes· Perform the necessary changes in systems configuration to optimize system performance· Perform software update on all Charging/IN nodes· Optimize and automate preventive/routine maintenance on Charging/IN nodes· Investigating and identifying reasons for abnormal network conditions related to Charging/IN nodes· Performing corrective actions to faults on the Charging/IN nodes· Monitoring the status and performance of the network elements interfacing with the Charging/IN nodes· Maintain and optimize databases · Develop and maintain tools, applications and scripts to increase the effectiveness of the Charging/IN nodes · Provide Back-end and Front-end support to Charging/IN users· Develop and ensure full redundancy on all nodes· Interface with vendors on projects and support issues·
Supervisory/Leadership/Managerial Complexity:· Mentor junior staff· Manage new integration projects
Lateral dimensions of the position

Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)· Development of in-house applications and Tools.
Vulnerabilities (control span)· Total dependence on vendor applications· Systems breakdown or malfunction· Lack of support from other departments· Breach of systems security
Collaboration
Responsibility towards:· Direct reports: National System Support Manager· Matrix reports: None· Key customers: IS, Revenue Assurance, Switch Operations, Customer Care AHD and · Key suppliers: Switch Operations, Vendors, NMC and Ericsson· Relations, etc. MTN Group projects related to Charging/IN
Discretionary Space
Independent thought and Judgment:· Identification of decision points and makes informed decisions to resolve problems· Evaluate and Design new Marketing services (Solution Architect)· Personal initiative to identify and optimize areas of network performance
Authorities:· Remote access to all Charging/IN nodes· Escalate faults to vendor and lead fault resolution team· To take any recommended action (vendor documentation) in the repair and maintenance of any Charging/IN nodes· To halt any activities in progress in the Charging/IN environment which Have not been logged in the event fileo In anyway jeopardize the integrity of the networko Render the work environment unsafe· Allocate any spare firmware on demand



Qualifications : Education:

· B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics/degree/Diploma (Telecommunications) and or a related Computer Engineering Degree/Diploma·

Have a expert knowledge of Sun Solaris 9 operating system, Sun certification will be an advantage· Oracle 10g database administration certification will be an advantage·

Experience:· Five (5) years hands-on experience in scripting and programming in telecommunications / IT environment.· Have a good understanding of networking protocols as applied in the Telecoms/IT environment·

Experience in Ericsson AXE SCP and TSP platforms · Experience in Ericsson Charging Solution and related nodes

Training:· Completed all Ericsson Charging Solution training courses· TSP platform administration · AXE SCP operation and maintenance· SMAS training· UNIX Shell script writing· PERL script writing·

Competencies
Knowledge:· Good knowledge of core network Infrastructure· Good knowledge of GSM network operations· Good knowledge of GSM network quality management· Good knowledge of GSM node hardware dimensioning· Good knowledge of AXE SCP and TSP platforms· Knowledge and application of technological advances· Integration of new nodes to network operation· Moderate knowledge of switches and the functionality· Good knowledge Telecom Protocols Diameter, UCIP, CAI and CS1+ SS7· Knowledge of SQL and Oracle.· Basic shell scripting· C, C++ or any high level programming language.

Skills / physical competencies:· Solution Architect skills to develop marketing services· Technical problem solving skills· Strong analytical skills
Behavioral qualities:· Ability to think logically· Ability to work under extreme pressure (Emergencies) · High level of integrity· Proactive· Innovative· Accurate with attention to detail· Leading fault resolution teams

General working conditions (E.g. shift work, driver’s license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)
· Normal MTNN working conditions. · After hours overtime and callout when necessary
Quality Standards
· Resolution of faults related to C < 3 Hours· Charging/IN nodes total HW failure ≤ 1 incident /6months· Performance of the Charging/IN nodes, HW ≥ 99,9% available and application ≥99.5% available· Easy and prompt integration of new network elements onto Charging/IN nodes· Bulk provisioning of Vouchers and Subscribers completion rate ≥ 99% completion as scheduled.· Knowledge transfer to colleagues.


Contact Details


Contact Person :
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E-mail : MTN12@findajobinafrica.com
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Reference : FJA-MTN-12



System Planning Engineer
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Location :
Country : Nigeria
Company : MTN Nigeria


Description :
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:

· To assist in the design, planning and optimisation of MTNN’s core network, so as to achieve a cost effective and optimal core network design, and a good level of service and core network quality.
Context: (Global influences, environmental / industry demands, organizational mission, etc.)· Regulatory framework / DML licensing conditions for rollout a