{"id":2386,"date":"2011-03-04T01:50:18","date_gmt":"2011-03-04T00:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=2386"},"modified":"2011-03-04T01:50:38","modified_gmt":"2011-03-04T00:50:38","slug":"mtn-south-africa-jobs-senior-manager-transport-networks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/mtn-south-africa-jobs-senior-manager-transport-networks.html","title":{"rendered":"MTN South Africa Jobs: Senior Manager – Transport Networks"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Developing the transport network technology strategy and providing technical support for the transport networks across all MTN OPCOs. Provide technical guidance and strategy on the evolution and convergence of transport networks to an all IP network. Manage the network infrastructure and related facilities implementation standards and strategy. Manage the Performance monitoring and business modelling of networks.<\/p>\n

KPA duties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Key Tasks:<\/strong>
\n\u2022Communication.
\n\u2022Planning.
\n\u2022Leadership.
\n\u2022Interaction.
\n\u2022Contribute to the definition of the transmission network strategy and architecture clearly describing the future vision for transmission and identifying key decision points to enable this vision to be achieved
\n\u2022Ensure the transmission strategy and architecture aligns with business objectives and the strategic plans of other departments
\n\u2022Participate in the translation of the transmission strategy and architecture into long term plans
\n\u2022Understand the capabilities and limitations of new technologies, applying best practices when designing the transmission network
\n\u2022Support the design, Planning and Optimisation of transport networks access and backbone(WDM, SDH, IP\/MPLS)
\n\u2022Provide guidance on the deployment strategy for broadband \u2013 Services provided, Target areas, Spectrum and licence strategy
\n\u2022Group Vendor evaluation and selection for transport Networks focusing on Total Cost of Ownership, Technology assessment and vendor performance
\n\u2022Identify key evolution\/trends in transport technologies and provide roadmap input to Group vendors
\n\u2022Performance management of IP\/MPLS (KPI development and monitoring)
\n\u2022Co-ordinate trials and working group for Transport Networks across the Group to fully utilise skills pool and encourage knowledge sharing and key learning\u2019s across the Group
\n\u2022Provide Technical support to Group CTIO, Group VPs, and CTOs on all Transport Network related issues.
\n\u2022Manage the performance of Group vendors and assist in the resolution of major operational problems on the Transport Network
\n\u2022Negotiate with Transport Network vendors on behalf of the Group
\n\u2022Management of Transport Network Specialist
\n\u2022Develop and support Competency Centres in the OPCOs and Regions
\n\u2022Support global connectivity both internal and external<\/p>\n

Key Skills<\/strong>
\n\u2022High level Management of the Transport Network strategy & planning
\n\u2022Thorough understanding of the Transport network technologies (TDM, IP, MPLS, ATM)
\n\u2022Ability to develop technology strategy taking into account key business drivers and focus areas
\n\u2022Overall understanding of the interdependencies between Transmission & Transport networks and access and core<\/p>\n

Supervisory \/ Leadership \/ Managerial Tasks: Refers to the responsibilities for directing, guiding, motivating and influencing others.
\n\u2022Lead and guide strategy development within the Transport Network.
\n\u2022Guide and support the planning & implementation and performance optimisation of Transport Networks within the operations.
\n\u2022Lead the development of relevant standardised and key performance Indicators for Transport Networks.
\n\u2022Facilitate the achievement of operational Key Performance Indicators within the operations.
\n\u2022Providing overall guidance on capital\/operational expenditure for network related spend on the Transport Network e.g. Capex to Revenue, Capex per Mbit, Opex per Mbit<\/p>\n

Educational requirements<\/p>\n

\u2022BSC degree or National Diploma in electrical engineering light-current \/ electronics \/ communication engineering<\/p>\n

Experience required<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u20227 years experience in Transmission and Transport Planning and Optimisation
\n\u2022Experienced in contract agreements and specifications of equipment and network installations for GSM networks.
\n\u2022At least 5 years experience in technology management<\/p>\n

Skills required<\/strong><\/p>\n

Knowledge:<\/strong>
\n\u2022Telecommunication \/ Transmission\/cellular Industry knowledge.
\n\u2022Good liaison and negotiation skills and knowledge.
\n\u2022Good knowledge cost and budget management<\/p>\n

Skills \/ physical competencies:
\n?Operational systems and applications:
\n?Conflict resolution skills
\n?Negotiation skills
\n?Leadership skills
\n\u2022Consulting skills
\n\u2022Computer literate
\nBehavioural qualities:
\n\u2022Self disciplined with an exemplary work ethos.
\n\u2022Sound interpersonal relationships.
\n\u2022Ability to work under stress while meeting deadlines.
\n\u2022Proactive
\n\u2022Assertive
\n\u2022Innovative
\nOther information
\nReference No:\tDXB041
\nPosition Type:\tContract – Limited
\nAffirmative Action: \tOpen to All
\nSalary:
\nAdditional:<\/p>\n

Applications close 07 Mar 2011.<\/p>\n

Click here to view Job and Apply Online<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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