Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited) Current Vacancies February, 2015

Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited), a leading mobile telecommunication services provider in
Nigeria and a member of Airtel Africa Group, is committed to providing innovative, exciting, affordable and quality mobile services to Nigerians, giving them the freedom to communicate, rise above their daily challenges and drive economic and social development. The company made history on August 5, 2001 by becoming the first telecoms operator to launch commercial GSM services in Nigeria and has scored a series of many “firsts” in the highly competitive Nigerian telecommunications market including the first to introduce toll-free 24-hour customer care; first to launch service in all the six geo-political zones in the country; first to introduce affordable recharge denominations; first to introduce monthly free SMS and first to introduce monthly airtime bonus.

A truly innovative company, Airtel has showed resilience, charting new paths in meeting the demands and needs of its esteemed stakeholders and enhancing distribution as well as providing affordable services to empower more Nigerians.

In Nigeria, Airtel is working tirelessly to live up to an ambitious vision of being the most loved brand in the daily lives of Nigerians as it offers a superior brand experience and a portfolio of innovative products & services ranging from exciting voice solutions to inventive data packages and mobile broadband.

Job Title: Microwave Engineer

Airtel Nigeria – Nigeria

Job description

Job Purpose

This is a vital position to support design & planning of network unit and providing technical solutions for connecting cell sites and enterprise customer locations for excellent customer experience. This person will be interacting with the Partners’ teams’ very extensively. Robust, flexible and state of art fiber and microwave transmission network planning & delivery is the essence of the role.

Key Accountabilities

Microwave and Fiber Network Design

      Transmission Design based on optical fiber network and Microwave.
      Design the MBPN and data network
      Pre-qualification & participation in the ordered network elements based on engineering and commercial aspects.

Planning & Configuration

      Defining the Transmission planning strategy based on the company objectives.
      Defining the required network elements type, configuration and capacity.
      Defining the Transmission standards.
      Defining the network future expansion requirements based on traffic Forecast.

Desired Skills and Experience

Educational Qualifications    & Functional / Technical Skills

    Bachelor of Engineering Degree in   Electronics & communications engineering
    Sound knowledge of fiber optics network for   Mobile & Enterprise Network  –   Planning

Relevant Experience

    Bachelors of Science in Telecommunications
    More than 5 years’ experience in Transport Planning.
    Experience in optical fiber networks design, DWDM
    MBPN and IP design
    Ericsson or Huawei Transmission experience   is required

Other requirements

    Good communication skills
    Ability to work in challenging environment.
    Analytical thinking and decision making
    Dynamic personality
    Analytical and Presentation skills

How to Apply
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Job Title: Manager PS Architecture
Airtel Nigeria – Nigeria

Job description

Job Purpose

This function is expected to act as the representative for business, technical and functional requirements in the area of 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.

Key Accountabilities

PS/MPBN/MPLS Core Planning and Architecture designed to ensure uninterrupted voice and data service delivery             

    Analyze business requirements and processes before converting ideas into a solution design; where required research into new technology and development in Telecommunication industry with regards to IP packet backbone and Data services.
    Liaise with partner teams, Airtel HQ and other departments to assure seamless IP packet backbone and data network architecture, implementation and deployment of key networks systems through the full delivery life cycle from initial design to full operational handover.
    Ensure projects are aligned with the Annual Operating Program (AOP)
    Ensure that all IP MPLS devices including PS core nodes are functioning (Enhanced packet Core /Mobile Packet Core) as per the business and network requirements.
    Provide a pathway towards extending relevant IP architectures towards the Access network ( Metro Ethernet, MPLS-TP etc )

Detailed and Effective Documentation.              

    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.

Capacity planning          

    Perform adequate dimensioning, of all IP nodes, interfaces MPC/EPC related Nodes – in accordance with network growth and projections.
    Continuously being the loop of the network traffic, licenses, trends and various parameters to ensure the Network elements are operating as expected. Where required, take corrective action with input from Operations and performance teams.
    Effective  understanding of Operational and Business support systems (OSS/BSS) for performance reporting, Key performance indicator (KPI) monitoring and tuning for effective end to end planning of data services.

Expand & Evolve Core Network              

    Understand the business requirements and impact on the IP backbone and data network infrastructure.
    Responsible for planning all expansion of nodes well in advance.
    Plan evolution of IP backbone and PS core network to best industry practices.

Employee Engagement

    Provide consultation services to relevant business units including Liaison with Marketing and IT for better understanding of proposed services.
    Hold necessary Kick off meetings with stakeholders where/when required.
    Maintain high Team Harmony and Engagement at all times with both internal and external teams and stakeholders.

Vendor/Partner Management 

    Ensuring that the MS/MC partners deliver the projects to the high quality expected first time right.

New Initiatives

    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.

Time management       

    Prioritize self-workload as required to meet the fluctuating demands of business and requirements from other stakeholders.

Desired Skills and Experience

Educational Qualifications  & Functional / Technical Skills

    Bachelor/Masters of Telecommunication/Electronic Engineering degree/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.

Relevant Experience

    Minimum of 6-8years working experience in large   Mobile Network Operator with the MPC or EPC domains.
    Multivendor experience – HUAWEI, CISCO, JUNIPER, ERICSSON, ALCATEL LUCENT platforms and packet core architectures – Including Charging nodes in data networks.
    Good understanding of the commercial deployment of EPC/LTE, which could include design, test and/or deployment.  Understanding of the evolution of 3G networks moving towards 4G.
    Detailed understanding of IP technology and its interrelation with supported domains; a working knowledge of the domains to facilitate E2E service flow.
    Experience on Ericsson PS core will be added advantage
    Experience of deployment of key network systems through the delivery life cycle from initial design to full operational   handover
    Good project management knowledge
    Experience in measuring and analyzing network KPI ‘key performance indicators’

Other requirements

    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

How to Apply

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Job Title: Manager: RF Planning/Indoor Design
Airtel Nigeria – Nigeria

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

The Radio Planning & Design Engineer (RF) will support our network service delivery objectives with regard to roll-out services, guarantee optimal coverage & capacity planning according to our business objectives. The role is responsible for the analysis, design, implementation, optimization and enhancement of wireless telecommunications networks and will typically oversee and guide the work of Associate and Design Engineers and interface with Project Managers.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

RF Planning

      RF planning for Macro Network GSM/UMTS/LTE and/or Indoor Designs;
      Support the nominal planning, candidate selection and site surveys up to site   acceptance;
      Visit sites locations throughout the country. Discuss solutions with Site Engineers, Negotiators and Landlords;
      Create work orders in workflow management systems;
      Should have hands on experience on CDD, ATND preparation for RAN network
      Calculate and determine network impact for coverage and capacity expansions;
      Evaluate (drive) test data to identify performance issues

Support & Analysis

      Recommend   RF solutions and carrying out changes to improve site performance;
      Support corporate coverage requests;
      Support Site Share & Courtesy requests;
      Support RF system introduction process;
      Support governmental regulation requests.

Desired Skills and Experience

Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills

    Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electronics & communications engineering
    Sound knowledge of RF Planning

Relevant Experience

    Bachelors of Science in Telecommunications
    More than 5 years’ experience in RF Planning.
    Specialized in RF Planning and Optimisation (GSM,   UMTS, LTE);
    Familiar with RF planning/ mobile operator   roll-out process;
    Experiences in RF hardware configurations and   system updates/upgrades;
    Knowledge of common industry propagation and  planning tools e.g.  Planet, dB Planner, Mapinfo, etc;
    Very experienced in Link Budget calculation and   validation;
    Strong analytical skills to determine radio   network impact in changing environments

Other requirements

    Teamwork and collaboration
    Results orientation
    Analytical and problems Solving
    Multi culture and inter-personal skills
    Consulting, Facilitation and Selling skills
    General management
    Leadership qualities

How to Apply

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