Job Vacancies at Airtel Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria Posted 3 years ago Posted on Engineering / Technical, Telecommunications

Airtel Nigeria is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Strategy & PMO Executive
2.) Passive & Active Partner Governance Engineer
3.) PS Core & MPBN Operations Manager
4.) Manager, MPBN Planning
5.) Network Security Engineer

Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited) is a leading telecommunications services provider in Nigeria headquartered in Lagos, the commercial nerve-centre of Nigeria. The telco ranks amongst the top four mobile service providers in terms of subscribers with a customer base of more than 39.8 million. The company's product offerings include 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce and enterprise services.

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Strategy & PMO Executive

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time · Mid-Senior level

About the Job
The Role Will Essentially:

Provide administrative, strategic assistance and financial analysis support to the Executive in all business related matters – including preparation for various reviews, external speaking assignments etc.
Plan, coordinate & minute the strategic reviews and meetings and update the Executive on status of various initiatives to ensure that deployments & implementations take place as per the plan.
Work with the Executive Council Members to proactively prepare for the reviews
Lead identified strategic projects as a program manager (design, project manage and follow up)
Engage with external bodies and knowledge forums across Nigeria - Identify suitable external forums for representation by Airtel to build and strengthen the Airtel brand in Nigeria

Responsibilities
Strategy & Financial Planning:

Provide input as required and implement the strategy on specific projects and initiatives. May also be required to perform a supportive role in different phases of the strategy development.
Assist in the creation of strategies and financial plans in close coordination with Nigeria Executive Council Members

Strategic Support:

Support decision making abilities of the Executive by conducting detailed analysis on key strategic issues.
Organize briefing materials and logistics for workshops or presentations
Prepare and run the agenda and content for strategic business meetings, conferences and forums.

Administrative Support:

General office support to include minute taking, monthly reporting, preparing presentation materials, dealing with telephone enquiries, filing and general correspondence.
Develop and maintain records and information systems in accordance with office policy and procedures.
Prioritizing all incoming mail and ensuring necessary actions are taken
Assist in organizing and maintaining systems for the storage and
retrieval of information.
Provide an effective interface between the Executive’s guests and other members of the company.
Respond to internal and external enquiries and as far as is possible process these through to their resolution.
Manage staff and resources allocated to the job in accordance with the authority’s policies and code of ethics and standards.
Effective time and diary management for the executive.
Handle other administrative functions of the Group.

Programme Management:

Plan, coordinate & minute the strategic reviews & meetings and update the Executive on status of various initiatives to ensure implementations and deployments as per plan.
Review and monitor various key programs to ensure consistency with defined objectives

Support / Networking with Internal / External Stakeholders:

Act as Opco SPOC for Group initiatives
Support the CEO’s engagement with external stakeholders – Regulators, Suppliers, Partners including corporate gifting initiatives
Coordinate with senior leadership in Nigeria and Nairobi for key data and information exchange and report preparation

Skills & Knowledge

A Degree in a Quantitative Degree, Economics, Accounting or the Social Sciences.
An MBA or Masters’ Degree from a recognized institution.
Minimum 12 years work experience, preferably 5 years in telecoms, business planning or financial services
Financially savvy
High energy person with the ability to organize, manage and deliver key strategic initiatives
Strong communication skills - Both written and verbal
Project & Program management skills
Ability to work seamlessly across businesses and hierarchy levels
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and networking skills

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

2.) Passive & Active Partner Governance Engineer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time · Mid-Senior level

About the Job

Responsible for Passive & Active Partner Governance, follow up on major escalated failures until resolution, Control the implementation of all job orders that take place within the network, generate daily reports of failures exceeding defined KPI, and follow through on all customer complaints

Key Accountabilities
Operations:

Validation/Auditing the processes and procedures across strategic partner operations
Track SLA with strategic and non-Strategic partners to ensure compliance and impose penalty where applicable.
Supervise software roll-out after first node implementation
Audit Network configuration to ensure that all the nodes are running with latest software.
Supervise and conduct acceptance test for all the new nodes to be integrated to the network.
Leading/Guiding the MS team during hardware and software change implementation.
Effective Management of Spare Process within the operations in order to ensure sustained network KPIs.
Supervise all special events projects like improvement drives, festival target optimization (Charismas, EID & New Year etc), Bombed/burnt sites restoration.
Project manages MS transition.
Provide support for all RAN related issue coming from customer, CSD.
Provide technical governance with MS partners.
Follow up on the reported problem.
Ensure that all the services providers strictly follow the SLA and report any deviation.
All network changes/configuration are documented and follow through.
Provide regular update on the state of the network
Sign off of all network outages
Prepare and manage the annual operating plans OPEX (AOPs) for all the active and passive network systems in Airtel Nigeria( Financial)
Prepare Annual Operating Plan compilation for active requirement for Airtel Nigeria Networks
Prepare annual budget for additional spares base on network dimension

Reporting:

Provide Emergency/Monthly/weekly network reports
Measure KPIs of the Networks and report variance

Supervision:

Monitor Network node availability
Ensure adherence to SLA where necessary to ensure Airtel interest is not jeopardize at all times.

Skills & Knowledge

Bachelor's Degree or HND in Engineering or any related applied science field.
At least 5 years Networks Operational experience in GSM environment.
Technical knowledge on Network Elements (Switching Systems, RAN, MPBN and SIGTRAN)
Basic troubleshooting skills on Network Elements.
Experience in different network vendor area, such as Ericsson, Huawei, NSN etc.
Good Team spirit.
Action oriented.
Attention to details.
Accuracy.
Personally motivated.
Proactive spirit.
Getting it right the first time

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

3.) PS Core & MPBN Operations Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time · Mid-Senior level

About the Job

This function is expected to act as the lead representative for business, technical and functional requirements in Mobile Packet core and IP Backbone (MPBN) Operations and Management.
The function will oversee the management of the Packet switched network and define a proactive and effective approach in ensuring all performance indices are met;
Support project implementation within the network and ensure compliance of all activities to defined processes;
Expected to develop most optimal and efficient mode of ensuring continuous service delivery to meet all internal and external customers SLA;
Partner with other stakeholders in the network to ensure timely resolution of issues and sustain best customer experience.

Responsibilities

PS Core Operations to ensure Uninterrupted data service Delivery
IP Backbone Operations for smooth transport of all services
Detailed Network Reporting and Documentation
Evolve Operations Management
Drive Employee Engagement
Explore new initiatives which meet business requirements by developing and delivering cost efficient operations management to reduce OPEX

Qualifications

Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Telecommunication / Electronic Engineering
Detailed working Telecommunications Knowledge
Analytical and Presentation skills
A basic understanding of 3GPP /ITU-T and ETSI standards is required.
Minimum of 8-10years working experience in large Mobile Network Operator with the Evolved Packet Core (EPC) and IP/MPLS Backbone networks.
Vendor experience - HUAWEI, ERICSSON, JUNIPER, ALCATEL LUCENT Router/Switch/Firewall Platforms; Packet Core Elements - Including Charging nodes and Diameter Routers in data networks.
Understanding of the evolution of native EPC to cloud-based and architecture transformation from Central to Distributed using Control-User Plan Separation (CUPS) technology.
Vast experience with Virtual solutions and underlying cloud infrastructure
Good understanding of transmission domain (Fiber and Microwave) functions and how it works with IP/MPLS network to deliver E2E services.
Experience with Ericsson PS core will be an added advantage
Experience in interpreting and analyzing network KPI ‘key performance indicators’
Good understanding of Data Analytics solution and their use in resolving network and customer issues.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

4.) Manager, MPBN Planning

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time · Mid-Senior level

About the Job

This function is expected to act as the representative for business, technical and functional requirements in IP Packet backbone solutions to support both Mobile and Enterprise services.
The function will define the optimal topology of the IP core network to meet a premium service level agreements and industry architecture for next generation IP networks;
To evaluate network design and define integrated planning/implementation criteria and guidelines with partners for capacity management and dimensioning of the IP core network;
Also would evaluate delivery of IP projects to designed SLAs whilst exploring the most efficient ways to deliver any new functional requirements placed upon the 2G/3G/LTE Mobile Network which includes but not limited to voice, data and other services.

Responsibilities

MPBN Core Planning and Architecture design to ensure Uninterrupted voice and data service delivery
Ensure that the project related documentation reflects a fit-for-purpose design and compiles with the contractual vendor requirements.
On concept of solutions proffered and prior to implementation, documentation in the form of SD, HLD and LLD designs should be prepared to include technical functionality, platform design and platform integration with relevant network elements.
Update all IP Core documentation and topology to reflect running solution.
Manage IP Network addressing and allocation for entire network including Access (IPRAN)
Perform adequate dimensioning, of all IP nodes, interfaces - in accordance with network growth and projections.
Handshake with transmission on Submarine/fiber capacity required to support projected MPBN core and Edge interface capacity
Continuously monitor network traffic, trends and various parameters to ensure Network elements have required capacity to cater for projected traffic growth with enough headroom for resilience purpose. Where required, take corrective action with input from Operations and performance teams.
Ensure planning is actual with very minimal or no inventory left over in ordered equipment for capacity expansion/upgrade
Understand the business requirements and impact on the IP backbone to city-level granularity
Responsible for planning all expansion of nodes well in advance.
Plan evolution of IP backbone to best industry practices
Ensuring that partners deliver the projects to the high quality and expected first time right.
Manage Project from Ordering to delivery; Hold kick-off and recurrent governance meetings with Vendors to ensure full control and smooth delivery
Explore new initiatives which meet business requirements by developing and delivering cost efficient delivery plans of proposed solutions.
Technology assessments and POC trials (RFI/RFP/RFQ). Verification of solutions before roll-out.
Prioritize self-workload as required to meet the fluctuating demands of business and requirements from other stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Telecommunication / Electronic Engineering / Computer Science.
Detailed working Telecommunications Knowledge
Analytical and Presentation skills
Detailed understanding of IP/MPLS and its role in the Telecommunications industry.
A basic understanding of 3GPP /ITU-T and ETSI standards is required.
Minimum of 6-8 years working experience in large Mobile/ISP Network Operator
Multivendor experience - HUAWEI, CISCO, JUNIPER, ALCATEL LUCENT platforms
Detailed understanding of IP Routing and switching, and its interrelation with supported domains; a working knowledge of other connecting domains like Transmission and Service Nodes.
IPRAN and SDN Experience will be an added advantage
Experience in deployment of key network systems through the delivery life cycle from initial design to full operational handover
Good project management Skills
Experience in measuring, analyzing and interpreting IP Networks Key performance indicators
Personal Integrity and good interpersonal relationship
Personal tenacity to succeed
Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
Highly organized and good at implementation
Time management skills with commitment to project timelines.
Self-motivational skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills.
Good practical skills in troubleshooting and fault resolution for supporting operations teams as an escalation point
Professionalism in delivering daily services
Innovative and Entrepreneurial in managing challenging situations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

5.) Network Security Engineer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The role will be charged with providing support to the Head, Network Security in ensuring Network Security in line with the Airtel Africa Information System Policy (AAISP) relating to Networks.

Responsibilities
Ensure Compliance to Airtel Africa Information Security Policy (AAISP) as relates to Network:

Implementation, Compliance and Controls of Networks relating to AAISP and ISO standards

Partner Management:

To work with Network Managed Services partners to ensure their compliance to AAISP in regard to Airtel Business

Periodic audit of Network processes:

To work with all units in Network to ensure readiness of the team at all times to external and internal audit queries

Deployment and maintenance of security operations systems:

To work with MPBN and IT SNOC to ensure assurance of their firewall rules
To work with Network Managed Service partner and Airtel internal team to ensure basic hardening standards per industry best practise is implemented across all systems
To work with Network Managed Service partners to carry out vulnerability scans and remediation of vulnerabilities before go live.

Security of Physical Asset:

Airtel network physical assets at MSC locations and data centres, working through Facilities of SCM
Physical cabling and device security within the core nodes working with MS partners and Networks Core team
Physical security of assets at sites, working through Operations team and Tower co-partners

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge

Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Telecom or Electronics or equivalent
Certification in Security will be an advantage e.g. CISSP, CISM, OSCP
A minimum of 7 years or more of work experience in the Telecoms environment
Must understand telecom NMS and OSS
Should have experience in GSM, WCDMA and LTE domains through telecom experience.
Should understand Telecom billing and Revenue assurance activities
Strong capabilities in Unix operating systems and programming languages e.g. Python, C++
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to draw conclusions from complex technical data
Strong analytical capabilities and troubleshooting
Customer knowledge about internal as well as external customers and awareness of their situation and needs.
General Process knowledge
Business knowledge - to have knowledge in business and financial awareness to ensure understanding of the implications of revenues
Team player

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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