Job Title: Head.Transmission
Location: Abuja,NG 
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 GeneralPacket 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
Post-graduate 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
No comments:
Post a Comment