Airtel Nigeria
Telecommunications
Description
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional certifications in networking, telecommunications, or project management will be an added advantage
Relevant Experience & Functional / Technical Skills
- Minimum of 6 years' relevant experience.
- Sound knowledge of transmission network technologies including microwave and fiber networks.
- Hands-on experience in installation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operations of enterprise network solutions.
- Strong understanding of IP networking, LAN, WAN, routing, switching, and network protocols.
- Knowledge of MPLS, DCN networks, aggregators, routers, switches, and related transmission technologies.
Responsibilities
Enterprise Network Project Delivery
- Manage end-to-end implementation of enterprise network projects involving microwave, fiber, DXX, IP, and last-mile connectivity solutions.
- Execute project delivery activities in line with approved solution designs and customer requirements.
- Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines and quality standards.
Transmission Network Implementation
- Coordinate deployment of transmission links through microwave and fiber technologies.
- Support implementation of backbone and access transmission networks.
- Oversee installation, integration, and commissioning activities across assigned projects.
Partner & Vendor Management
- Coordinate implementation partners to ensure timely and quality project execution.
- Monitor partner adherence to SLAs, project standards, and implementation procedures.
- Escalate delivery risks, quality concerns, and project bottlenecks promptly.
Project Planning & Resource Coordination
- Assess material and equipment availability for assigned projects.
- Identify resource gaps and escalate shortages proactively.
- Coordinate with internal teams and customers to ensure project readiness.
Site Readiness & Implementation Assurance
- Coordinate Requests for Implementation (RFI) and validate site readiness before deployment activities commence.
- Conduct site visits as required to monitor project progress and quality of execution
- Ensure compliance with installation and implementation standards
Testing, Commissioning & Handover
- Develop and implement commissioning and acceptance testing procedures.
- Verify testing of transmission links, IP networks, fiber, and DXX services.
- Ensure successful end-to-end testing and obtain customer sign-off before project closure.
- Facilitate customer handover and integration into customer systems.
Technical Support & Problem Resolution
- Support troubleshooting activities during project implementation.
- Work closely with partners and technical teams to resolve implementation challenges.
- Escalate technical issues affecting delivery timelines or service quality.
Stakeholder Management
- Maintain effective engagement with customers, internal stakeholders, and implementation partners.
- Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to relevant stakeholders.
- Support customer satisfaction through proactive project management and communication.
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