Specialist - Radio Implementation.Technology Information at MTN

Job Description
Primary Job Purpose:

• To assist in all areas of Network Implementation projects and in particularly, to implement new radio and transmission projects according to the BTS specification and ensure the installation, equipment, upgrades are of a high standard as well as the integrity and optimum performance of the network, to meet customer demand.

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA’s)
Key Tasks:

• Ensure all Radio and Transmission provider vendors/ Project Managers/ Main contractors in the region perform as per the agreed performance KPI and contract.
• Ensure accurate site surveys and verification of all site plans and quotes.
• Ensure that QA standards are met according to laid down specifications. 
• Ensure subcontractors perform according to laid down specifications.
• Ensure upkeep of quality standards and adherence to agreed Radio and Transmission specifications prior to handover to Network operations. Monitor customer complaints.
• Ensure projects are accepted according to MTN’s acceptance procedures. 
• Ensure projects meet minimum requirements for Commercial Acceptance. 
• Ensure that Financial Acceptance takes place with required deliverables. 
• Ensure that information on the Network Information Management System is correct and up to date. 
• Ensure that all tools, equipment, and vehicle are kept in good working order.
• Assist with special projects when required by supervisor.
• Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Tasks:  
• Meet regional targets for Radio and Transmission rollout and manage contractor performance accordingly.
• Ensure that the set transmission installation build policies and procedures are met and monitor compliance.
• Ensure that the set standards and specification are met and monitor compliance.
• Work in a team and motivates others.

Role Dependencies:  

• Good inter-personal skills with contractors and customers to build a good future working relationship and to assist the customer with complaints.
• Performance of contractors and leased vendors effects outcome of KPI.
• Lateral Dimensions: These indicate the areas where the individuals could contribute uniquely in addition to the indicated duties, as well as how they could be affected by others or circumstances not necessarily under their control.
• Creativities (improvement/innovation inherent)  
• Improve working methods when identifying problem areas.
• Continuously look for money saving ideas while maintaining good quality standards
• Analyses the requirement for new or adapted policies and processes
• Vulnerabilities (control span) 
• Dependency on third parties – leased line vendors
• Poor network specification design could result in poor network performance and quality – customer being affected could result in churn to alternate operator and higher operational costs.
• Skill level of the team affects success criteria.
• Budgetary constraints – provide a balance between cost and opportunities of local market.
• Collaboration:  Refers to formal and informal relationships

Minimum Requirements  
Education:

• Minimum of 3-year degree/diploma (in telecommunications)
• Fluent in English 

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the telecommunication industry. (Radio and / or Transmission Implementation environment); with experience in supervising others
• 3 years’ experience Experienced in managing civil, electrical, RF, Telecoms, and sub-contractors.
• Experience working in a medium organization