Job Vacancies at MTN

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job

• To manage the Data Analytics and Data sciences sub-function with support in rolling out continuous control monitoring, driving the internal audit and forensics programme framework, process innovation and meaningful analytics. Acting as an expert in the field, this role provides support to the GM in developing the overall Analytics and CCM framework, and continuous improvement. The role will lead the roll out of Digital ambitions for IAFS functions across MTN Group

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

• Lead the data analytics and digitization initiative for Group internal Audit and Forensics function
• Design, coordinate, program manage and lead deployment of the data analytics tool for GIAFS teams globally
• Review the used cases for IA and Forensics and analyse used cases for other potential assurance functions planned to be on boarded on the digital roadmap for assurance functions.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of data analytic tools, architecture, platforms, reports and functional design for the analytics tools deployment
• Well versed with data analytics architectures preferably in telecoms or financial services
• Expert on data sciences with demonstrated abilities to lead the Digitization journey on arrogance functions
• Experience on single and multi-stack platforms
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and partners to lead the initiative
• Lead the Analytics CoE setup and roll out for key processes and functional areas for Internal Audit across the Group
• Create a CCM framework in line with the analytics journey for specific used cases for Audit, Forensics, Risk and Compliance functions
• Experience with RPA and ML tools to support the embedment in the digitization journey within MTN Group
• Manage the budgets and costs for digitation and analytics journey
• Ensure cost effective framework creation and deployment
• Identify and drive where appropriate, opportunities for cost saving initiatives without compromising quality and effectiveness of the framework;
• Create a cost effective and sustainable support structure for analytics and digital platforms planned for deployment
• Experience with analytics development ecosystems like SAS and R
• Experience with forensic and fraud analytics preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of Telecoms systems, architecture, technology (IT and Network) components
• Knowledge of security ecosystem and automation which can be done on key security controls
• Prior experience in deployment of RPA preferred
• Deep understanding of Machine learning environments and ability to establish linkages with analytics platforms
• Ability to create and deploy processes for managing and maintenance of platforms
• Knowledge of Gartner top analytics tools and platform quadrants
• Assess the existing analytics ecosystem across OpCos and embed the same into the group wide analytics initiatives
• Interact with staff, OpCO heads, IT and Security stakeholders, General Managers, and when necessary, Group Technology Executive Management- to obtain and/ or communicate relevant information to achieve the objective/s of the role
• Be part of GIAFS management team at SM level, to support the OpCo on analytics platform launch and deployment and provide a regular executive feedback
• Maintain all MTN and professional ethical standards and ensure internal audit activities are carried out in compliance with The International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards) and IIA Code of Ethics
• Support the GM- Technology Audit in in other areas including reporting where and when required or needed
• Assist the General Manager – Technology Audit to provide oversight on digitization initiatives/ journey/ program reporting, coordination and support
• Prepare the Digitization/ analytics journey reporting
• Report on a monthly basis to Group Executive -IAFS relating to progress made and in accordance with the measurement metrics set by the organisation
• Report on an ad hoc basis on specific projects as and when necessary
• Assist in reporting on a monthly basis relating to progress made on Group and OpCo Internal Audit activities to those charged with Governance
• Ensure cost effective operation of the Internal Audit function by driving excellence and effectiveness of the internal audit framework
• Be able to travel across MTN footprint to support OpCo requirements

Audit and Consulting support

• Support the teams on running and deployment of specific analytic inputs as and when required by specific engagements on audit and advisory

Special Assignments and Investigations

• Support the forensics teams and investigations, by creating, advising and developing specific analytic support where required

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:

• Post graduate MBA and/or Master’s Degree/ Chartered Accountant/ Bachelor of Engineering (IT/ Software/ Analytics/ data sciences)/ Masters in Data sciences (data analytics)
• Specialization in data sciences and data analytics
• Experience in telecommunications and/ or financial services industries would be advantageous
• CISA/ CISM/ CIA would be advantageous

The role would require 50% travel across MTN operations
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Experience:

• Minimum 7 – 10 years of experience in deployment/ consulting, advising deployments of large scale data sciences/ data analytics/ digital platforms and/ or creating a digital ecosystem
• Experience in Audit, Consulting, Advisory, Business or related areas is essential
• Strong understating of data analytics and digital ecosystems preferable across telecoms and/ or financial services industries
• Experience in a Big 4 advisory firm is advantageous
• Experience in working across diverse and multinational work cultures and geographies
• Understanding of emerging markets is advantageous

Competencies:

• Strategy Implementer, Decisive Problem Solver, Best Practice Value Creator
• Culture and Change Champion, Guiding People Manager, Relationship Builder
• Results Achiever, Operationally Astute, Agile, Accountable

Skills:

• Strong Analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive issues and tasks through to completion
• Results orientated – ability to motivate, manage and drive consensus across diverse teams
• Project Management
• Customer Focused

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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job

• The Specialist: Supply Chain Business Partner is responsible to assist with procurement activities across Group Finco in line with GSSC guidelines & policies.
• The specialist will provide the required administrative support to the The Senior Manager: Supply Chain Business Partner for Procurement & Sourcing for Finco and liaise with GSSC for critical RFP, vendor selection etc. Further the Specialist will also provide required support for any Opco related local category sourcing .

Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Operational Delivery

• Coordinate with GSSC and Finco Opco local sourcing teams and support Group Finco in managing Sourcing, Procurement and Demand Planning
• Support and execute sourcing and procurement activities, including but not limited to, RFx and e-reverse auctions, spend reports, vendor selection etc.
• Creating and analyzing documented comparative costs submitted by suppliers in the RFx process
• Support in assessing quotes and compiling a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns
• Support business teams with Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders
• Manage processing of requisitions to ensure timely order submission and negotiating costs, delivery schedules and contract terms.
• Manage supplier registration, qualification, and de-activation etc.
• Ensure SCM processes alignment and compliance to the Y’ello Book (where applicable)
• Manage and execute sourcing and procurement activities
• Prepare and update procurement budgets and actual on a regular basis for management reporting
• Document the costs for all vendors and generate monthly cost reports
• Prepare contracting templates, terms and conditions etc. in line with the process followed and liaise with legal teams where required
• Coordinate item additions to existing Purchasing Category and system updates where required
• Monitoring and updating item, commodity and other tables in the system
• Deliver on the ordering process to ensure the completeness of the requisition process
• Record and report savings achieved
• Ensure maintenance of suppliers and materials database

Governance

• Ad-hoc Meetings
• Participate and provide inputs in ad hoc meetings
• Execute day-to-day operations

Reporting

• Collate and prepare appropriate daily, weekly, and monthly activity and financial performance reports, in accordance with the measurement metrics set by management, for the attention of management
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of management

Escalations

• Resolve escalations as per defined escalation / resolution procedures; and
• Notify escalations to senior specialist that have impact on critical path of service delivery or that will result in significant time, scope, employee/customer or cost impacts if not resolved.

Function Tactical

• Participate in adhoc and operational meetings
• Participate and provide input into tactical meetings as and when required
• Report at process level

Performance

• Assist in monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the performance and quality of procurement services provided
• Assist with monitoring and reviewing the performance of external partners against agreed KPIs and SLAs, escalating risks to management
• Ensure effective execution of day-to-day operations and resolve operational issues as they arise
• Improve productivity and quality through leading practice initiatives.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:

• 3-year Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related qualification

Experience:

• 2 – 3 years of experience in a commercial or supply chain environment
• Minimum of 1 -2 years’ experience in an area of specialisation, ideally at a junior specialist level within the supply chain sector
• Experience working in a medium to large organization
• Experience working across global locations/ regions and have a grasp of political, social, infrastructure and integrity challenges

Competencies:
Functional Knowledge:

• Sourcing & Procurement
• Supplier Management
• RFx Management
• Budgeting and Reporting

Skills

• Analytics and interpretation
• Dealing with ambiguity and complexity
• Delivery focused
• Digital mind-set
• Organizational agility
• Project management
• Relationship management
• Behavioural Qualities
• Adaptable
• Complete candour
• Culturally aware
• Emotional Maturity
• Innovation
• Relationship building
• Integrity
• Team Player
• Attention to detail

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Core purpose of the Job
The Specialist: Period End Close is a part of the Period end close team within the Finance, Service Delivery function. The position is primarily responsible for supporting performing transaction processing, performing period end and managing review of external audits for MTN Operating Companies (OpCos) and SSH.

The Specialist: Period End Close will report to the Manager: Period End Close and Intercompany The position will interface with the Centers of Excellence (CoE), OpCo, and Service Delivery function at the SSH (not limited to) via Oracle workflows and non-Oracle workflows in order to ensure effective and efficient operations
Key Performance Areas
Staff Leadership and Management

• Supervise individual team members’ performance, manage allocation of work to team members after planning for back-up and leave/ absenteeism
• Ensure cohesive working of the team
• Accountable for meeting and prioritising own targets/ deadlines and those of others
• Provide coaching and support to help achieve performance expectations
• Provide information to the Manager on work accomplishments, individual / team challenges
• Lead team meetings and contribute on specialist / technical areas
• Report process dashboards on various performance metrics internally to the Manager
• Ensure a ‘MTN centric’ and ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups

Adhoc and Operational Meetings

• Participate and provide inputs in operational meetings
• Set up and manage adhoc meetings
• Ensure coordination, communication and control between function and process owners

Escalations

• Timely notification of escalations to the Manager
• Resolve escalations as per defined escalation / resolution procedures

Operational

• Participate and provide inputs to project status meetings
• Propose operational changes and provide associated user impact assessment

Performance

• Ensure effective execution of day to day operations and resolve operational issues
• Improve productivity and quality through leading practice initiatives

Reporting

• Provide inputs to the Manager (as required) relating to progress made within the sub-division in accordance with the measurement metrics set by the organisation

Minimum & Preferred Requirements
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent
Work Experience

• 2 – 4 years relevant work experience in financial reporting operations
• 1 – 2 years in a Specialist role

Knowledge

• Ambiguity within the workplace
• Complexity within the workplace
• Conflict management
• Influencing others and Problem solving
• Information processing
• Period end close
• Risk management
• Taxation policy
• Telecommunications industry

Skills

• Communication
• Continuous improvement
• Data interpretation
• Presentation and Judgement
• Reporting and be Analytical

Behavioral

• Accountable
• Adaptable and Agile
• Communication
• Culturally aware
• Get it done attitude
• Innovative
• Inquisitive

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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job
The Senior Manager: Supply Chain Business Partner is responsible for the oversight and management of Procurement governance, processes, and controls in line with GSSC guidelines & policies. The Senior Manager will be responsible for the management of Procurement & Sourcing for Finco and liaise with GSSC for critical RFP, vendor selection etc. Further the Senior Manager will also provide required support for any Opco related local category sourcing.
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
Operational Delivery

• Collaborate with GSSC and Finco Opco local sourcing teams and support Group Finco in managing Sourcing & Procurement requirements
• Ensure SCM processes alignment and compliance to the Y’ello Book (where applicable)
• Manage the procurement plan and budget in line with the with long-term strategy, for meeting the operational and investment requirements
• In line with Category allocations (Global/Local), manage Finco sourcing and procurement activities, including but not limited to, RFx and e-reverse auctions, spend reports, vendor selection etc.
• Accountable for supplier management activities, including but not limited to, supplier registration, qualification, and de-activation etc.
• Plan and execute effective negotiation processes with vendors, in line with approved guidelines and process
• Support the various Business Verticals in Finco with contracting. Work with legal teams to ensure contracting process, templates, terms and conditions etc. are followed
• Support the various Business Verticals in developing RFQ, RFI, RFP documents
• Provide inputs and recommendations on balancing competitive pricing, vendor selection, risk etc.
• Analyze the marketplace to find supplier that provide best product/service cost, quality and delivery objectives ensuring maximum bottom-line impact
• Support initiation of item additions to existing Purchasing Category
• Control of all activities involved in acquiring central goods or services and managing their flow from the supplier within the company
• Implement the Procurement governance framework in collaboration with GSSC where applicable
• Identify and mitigate risks to protect the Finco business from potential losses
• Consolidate external regulatory requirements (e.g., disclosure and reporting)
• Oversee provision of regular and accurate reports on Procurement metrics, KPIs and other agreed goals
• Work with Category Managers in understanding the global spend and identifying opportunities to increase quality and improve value for money
• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives to improve business performance
• Staff Leadership and Management
• Build and manage a high performing team by providing leadership, role clarity, training and career development
• Build and manage a high-performance team of sourcing/procurement subject matter experts
• Continually develop a culture of strong collaboration and effective team working
• Ensure open communication channels with staff and implement change management interventions where necessary
• Provide definition of roles, responsibilities, individual goals, and performance objectives for the team
• Set KPIs and provide regular performance feedback through a well-defined and implemented performance review program
• Develop and implement a training plan to build and develop skills within the team
• Encourage knowledge transfer through the implementation of a knowledge transfer plan and drive continuous improvement philosophy through the knowledge transfer plan
• Performance manage resources in accordance with HR policy and legislation where necessary
• Actively participate in leadership team and develop skills of own team
• Promote a ‘Finco centric’ and ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups and ensure adherence to Group governance.

Governance

Strategic Meetings

• Participate in strategic meetings, ensure relevant participation, and provide guidance and input in the various discussions. Solicit feedback and input from Finco OpCo.
• Drive adequate risk mitigation and controls and elicit inputs from relevant parties
• Provide relevant budget for internal projects
• Prepare proposal on change initiatives, policies and procedures

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business or relevant field
• Master’s degree preferable or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CSCP)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in SCM or senior business management roles
• MBA or Masters (advantageous)

Experience:

• Experience in a similar leadership role with a large, global, multi-site organization
• Experience in telecommunication/Financial Services/Fintech sectors
• Experience in the design / development of overall strategies and programs with a keen disciplined focus on execution
• Experience in the service management of business operations, including process design, measurement and improvements
• Telecommunications industry experience preferred
• Entrepreneurial spirit, self-driven and ability to motivate a fast-paced team
• Worked across diverse cultures and geographies
• Pan Africa multi-cultural experience is advantageous

Competencies:

Functional Knowledge:

• Sourcing & Procurement
• Supplier Management
• RFx Management

Skills

• Business Acumen
• Analytics and Interpretation
• Strategic Thinking
• Organizational Agility
• Digital mind-set
• Dealing with ambiguity and complexity
• Decision Making
• Conflict Management
• Negotiation
• Financial and Numerical
• Project Management
• People Management
• Executive Presentation

Behavioural Qualities

• Adaptable
• Complete candour
• Culturally aware
• Emotional Maturity
• Innovation
• Integrity

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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:
Mission/ Core purpose of the Job:

The Senior Analyst will primarily be responsible for commercial, financial and business analysis for the BD and M&A functions focusing on providing data analytics, insights & reporting, benchmarks, business planning, financial modelling and valuation analysis.

This role will operate in an execution and support capacity providing the key analysis enabling decision making and risk assessment either on transactions or on wider strategic projects whilst supporting the extended business functions to ensure the key projects, initiatives and deliverables are aligned to the strategy of the company. The analyst will provide further guidance and inputs to the business in line with the strategic planning, strategy implementation and mergers and acquisition roadmap. The analyst will also be expected to analyse potential opportunities and draft assessments of the opportunities for Group Exco and Group Board. The Analyst will be expected to interact and work closely with other Group functions including Tax, Legal, Finance and Treasury.
Key Job Responsibilities
Strategy Support

• To provide the business with overall support with analytics and inputs into the inorganic growth strategy formulation and feasibility of the inorganic business opportunities

Strategy Planning

• To support the analysis of long-term global trends and outlook, to work on meaningful scenarios, to assist in defining the long term overall inorganic strategy for the business.

Mergers and Acquisition

• To provide continuous support in reviewing of new mergers and acquisition proposals and crafting formal reports for the business.
• Assisting with operationalization of key projects and deliverables.
• Providing financial analysis, business plan modelling and valuation analysis

Governance

Adhoc and Operational Meetings

• Participate and provide inputs in meetings
• Set up and manage adhoc meetings
• Ensure coordination, communication and control between function and process owners

Escalations

• Timely notification of escalations to the Manager
• Resolve escalations as per defined escalation / resolution procedures

Business Operations

• Participate and provide inputs to project status meetings
• Provide feasibility case study reporting in alignment to team focus

Project Management

Lead the project management on the M&A transaction being implemented including engagement with advisors and various internal stakeholders
Validation of analysis outputs (as appropriate)

• Submit the initial drafts of analysis for approval and validation
• Liaise with different stakeholders to discuss results of analysis
• Obtain and consolidate responses from the relevant stakeholders based on the report being produced

Support the Senior Management with timely Performance

• Ensure effective execution of both tactical and operational challenges
• Improve productivity and quality through leading practice initiatives

Reporting

• Provide inputs to the Manager relating to progress made within the specific project assigned to or other area of responsibility

Job Specifications/ Minimum & Preferred Requirements
Education / Business Degree

• Bachelor’s Degree in commerce/Finance/Economics / IT/Computer Science/Engineering/ Actuarial Sciences
• Postgraduate/professional qualification such as CA, MBA, etc. will be advantageous.
   

Work Experience

• 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in a professional services firm or in an analyst role within a telecommunication, TMT sector and/or financial services sector.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a front office role in investment banking will be advantageous
• Financial modelling
• Valuations
• Business planning
• Data analysis
• Commercial performance
• Market research
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Navigating uncertainty in the workplace
• Analytical approach
• Business acumen
• Complexity within the workplace
• Conflict management
• Influencing others
• Information processing
• Problem solving
• Risk management
• Telecommunications industry (African experience an advantage)
   

Skills

• Analytical

• Communication

• Continuous improvement

• Data interpretation

• Judgment

• Presentation

• Multitasking

• Reporting

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Mission/ Core purpose of the Job
Acting as an expert advisor in Fraud Risk Detection and Prevention, the Senior Manager is responsible for managing the fraud risk framework in line with international best practice and telecommunication specific requirements.

To this end, the role ensures the effectiveness of the fraud risk detection and prevention systems and processes, by driving the fraud detection and prevention framework, associated control and process innovations and meaningful analytics drivers.

This role provides expert guidance to the GM on strategic issues and provides input on developing and continuously improving the fraud detection and prevention frameworks and ensuring transparent and effective measurement of fraud risks associated with the MTN Group.
Key Performance Areas: Core, essential responsibilities / outputs of the position (KPA's)
The Senior Manager: Fraud Prevention & Detection role will be accountable to achieve the following objectives:

Strategy Implementation

• Lead creation of sub-divisional strategy in line with overarching divisional goals for area within Internal Audit and Forensics associated with fraud prevention and detection
• Ensure effective alignment of sub-divisional strategy by means of providing direction, structure, business plans, quality assurance and support
   

Operational Delivery

• Develop and drive appropriate fraud detection and prevention operational frameworks, aligned to overall Fraud Risks facing MTN and associated strategy
• Ensure embedded systems and processes are effective and drive reduction and mitigation of fraud risk and enable the employees and business to denounce any irregular activities
• Manage and drive the continuous testing on the design and effectiveness of these key internal controls, systems and processes for fraud detection and prevention
• Address control weaknesses, and make recommendations regarding industry best practice controls, systems and processes, and continued control improvements
• Produce/compile high level reports on fraud detection and prevention systems, trends, new challenges, new exposures, with recommendations and guidance to management, based on internal expertise and best practices
• Develop and deliver internal training materials on fraud detection and prevention, to be deployed to the various MTN OpCo’s and internal stakeholders, and align this to the business strategy and specifications of each OpCo
• Ensure that the whistle-blower function as an enabler to fraud detection and prevention operates effectively, and that training on the channel is be included in the training programmes developed
• Make use of the information on the Group Fraud Incident Register for driving the definition of new methods, mechanisms, systems and processes to prevent new incidents
• Provide expertise input to management for the development and enhancement of internal fraud detection and prevention strategy and framework
   

Special Assignments and Investigations

• Manage and/or carry out special fraud assignments and investigations, as requested by the Executive and/or Group Chief Internal Auditor
• Report independent fraud detection findings in the form of comprehensive reports feedback presentations on a timely basis to the Executive, Group Chief Internal Auditor, and if necessary to the Group Audit Committee
   

Key Deliverables

• Reporting on Fraud Detection and Prevention Outcomes
• Quantification of Values at Risk
• Coverage footprint across Departments/Functions/Locations across the global MTN Footprint

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting/Audit/Finance
• Post graduate CA / MBA and/or Master’s Degree in related field is advantageous
• Professional qualification in Fraud Risk and Investigations (ACFE or ICFP) is advantageous
• English and French (as an advantage)
   

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience at Management level, in Fraud Risk Management, with at least 3 years exposure to the Telecoms industry, in a medium to large organisation
• Experience in Proactive Fraud Risk Management or related client service is essential
• Experience in evaluating and performing fraud risk assessments and risk management practices at a task and organisational level is advantageous
• Experience in a Big 4 Accounting firm is advantageous
• Experience in working across diverse cultures and geographies (advantageous)
• Understanding of emerging markets is advantageous
   

Competencies:

• Strategy Implementer, Decisive Problem Solver, Best Practice Value Creator
• Culture and Change Champion, Guiding People Manager, Relationship Builder
• Results Achiever, Operationally Astute, Agile, Accountable
   

Skills:

• Strong Risk Management skills
• Strong Data Analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive issues and tasks through to completion
• Results orientated – ability to motivate, manage and drive consensus across diverse teams
• Project Management
• Customer Focused