Engineer Core Network Planning (Supervisory)

Job Description
Responsible For Planning, Designing And Optimization Of Core Network Platforms.
• To Ensure Prompt Provisioning Of Network GSM NSS Elements Capacity, Protocols And Features.
• Ensure Value Created By Optimizing Business Projects/Activities By Resolving Issues With Vendors

• Carry Out An Effective Technical Feasibility Studies And Impact Analysis For New Features And Services Within The Core Environment.
• Evaluate The Functionality And Relevance Of New NSS/OSS Software And Ensure That MTNN Takes Full Advantage Of All Advanced Features Made Available In New Software Release.
• Identify New Software Requirements And Participate In The Specification Of All Custom Software Tools.
• Supervise And Justify The Timely Provisioning Of Network Capacity For All The GSM NSS Elements, Features, Protocols.
• Supervise The Network Architecture And Topology Planning Strategies That Best Serves The Growth Of The Core Network In Terms Of Traffic, Subscribers And Value Added Service Capacity.
• Investigate Into Technical Topics Related To Core Network Design And Performance, Such As New Types Of Hardware, New Design Methodologies, Impact Of New Technologies (GPRS, EDGE, WIMAX, And SIGTRAN).
• Supervise And Maintain Processes For Tele-Traffic Analysis, Network Modelling, Hardware Dimensioning.
• Provide And Support End-To-End Integration And Input Requirements For Deployment Of New Nodes.
• Ensure That P-Load Is Not Above Recommended Level, And Planning A De-Load Strategy In Situation Of High P-Load And Maintain Other Network KPIs Ensuring They Are Within Acceptable Limits.
• Intervene In The Prioritization Of Network Element Deliverables In Line With Network Capacity Requirements
• Ensure That Statistics Related To Network KPIs Are Being Generated And OSS Reflects The Actual Live Nodes On The Network.
• Maintain Good Working Relationship With All Network Departments And All Associated Parties Within The Company And Externally
• Liaise With DCG To Ensure Timely Implementation Of SRCs To Support Optimization Effort As Well As Maintain Key Vendor Relationship.
• Continuously Seek Self-Professional Development To Sharpen Skills And Capabilities In A Versatile And Evolving Digital Landscape.
• Foster Active Collaboration And Relationships With Employees Across All Levels And Divisions In Line With MTN’s VB And Values.
• Set Objectives For Each Team Member And Monitor Performance Based On Set Objectives
Job Condition
• Normal MTNN Working Conditions
• May Be Required To Work Extended Hours
• National Travel And A Valid Driver’s License
Experience & Training Education:
• B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications) Or Equivalent
Experience:
•       3-7years Experience In GSM Environment, With Emphasis On CN Operations And Planning
• Experience At Interfacing With Vendors And Equipment Suppliers
• Experience In Multi-Vendor Network Operations
• Experience At Interpreting And Aligning Different Vendors’ Network/Product Roadmap Towards Delivering MTN’s Business Goals
• Experience In Project Management Methodology
Training:
• Management Trainings
• New Technologies Seminar / Training
• GSM / 3G Conferences And Workshops
• MTN NWG Africa Seminars /Workshops
Minimum Qualification BA, BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech Or HND
APPLY HERE