Core Network Operations Manager

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia Plc is a company supporting Ethiopia’s digital transformation. As a member of the Vodacom family, we have a wealth of experience connecting over 334 million people globally and over 180 million people in Africa across our network. We look forward to partnering with Ethiopians as we build a new network in Ethiopia.

We are setting the groundwork in readiness for the launch of our services next year and are looking to work with purpose-led teams that put the community at the heart of service.

Safaricom Ethiopia is offering a wide range of careers, whether you’re looking to join our technology, commercial or corporate teams. If you would like a challenge and the promise of a digital future for the people of Ethiopia, we are looking for you.

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for Core Network Operations Manager within Technology in Ethiopia. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.

Detailed Description

Reporting to the Head of Network Operations, Maintenance & NOC, the role holder will be responsible for the operations in the core network domain (CS, EPC, IMS, SDM, and Signaling) to support Company business requirements

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing O&M duties within the Core network domain.
• Work closely with business units to deliver Packet CS & Core CS modifications, enhancements, and support for 3rd party applications.
• Manage the operations, maintenance, and optimization of the Company’s Packet & Core CS Switch Network elements and features.
• Manage both Packet Switch/Core CS Switching capacity/utilization and performance optimization as per agreed thresholds.
• Drive OPEX Savings initiatives.
• Ensure application of best practices in Service Delivery Models for the Company.
• Drive adoption of ISO, eTOM or ITIL into Business delivery models in Company.
• Uniformity of Company Standards across the board.
• Implement best-practice Network Policies and Procedures, Planning, and Design techniques/tools.
• Attract & recruit the best talent.
• Develop the team through learning initiatives, mentoring & coaching.
• Team Engagement through constant feedback & communication, and performance discussions.
• Drive attainment of efficiencies through automation of processes/activities.
• Provide weekly reports and recommendations to management

Job Requirements

• Degree in one of the following: Telecommunications and or Electronic Engineering.
• 7 years of network operations experience in a wireless environment either with a carrier or a vendor/consulting firm serving this industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in managing a team within a network operations environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience in systems integration techniques, system engineering, systems management, and KPI reporting.
• Must have prior working experience with DRA/DEA, STP, SBC and  S/PGW, GGSN, SGSN, Gp DNS, and HLR/HSS.
• Strong knowledge of SIGTRAN (SS7), RADIUS,  Diameter, GTP, INAP, CAMEL, and SIP protocols.
• Sound understanding of GSM/3G/LTE/5G architecture with respect to Core Networks.
• Strong knowledge and experience in systems integration techniques, system engineering, systems management, and KPI reporting.
• Solid understanding of IP networking and related technology.
• Knowledgeable in Network Function Virtualisation Infrastructure (NFVi)
• Experience in fault management and resolution in a telecommunications environment
• Experience with Nokia core systems will be an added advantage
• Experience in Radio Access Network will be advantageous.

How to Apply

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile here

Remember to attach your resume.