MANAGER, IP BACKBONE AT 9MOBILE NIGERIA

About Company:

9mobile is a Nigerian private limited liability company. EMTS acquired a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission in 2007. The License enables EMTS provide Fixed Telephony (wired or wireless), Digital Mobile Services, International Gateway Services and National/Regional Long Distance Services in addition to spectrum assignments in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• Develop and maintain the operational strategy of Datacom, MBPN, IP Core, and Enterprise networks.
• Manages 9mobile IP/MPLS Backbone Network, Technologies such as MPLS Core, MP-BGP, VPNs, VPLS, L3VPN, SRV6, Metro, MPLS, Fast Rerouting, VRRP, BFD etc.
• Collaborates with stakeholders on IP backbone/transmission resources to support 9mobile business objectives.
• Review all changes to network configurations for technical accuracy and impact, and provide Multi-Protocol network problem solutions.
• Responsible for managing the IP backbone key performance index and network performance improvement.
• Responsible for end-to-end IP integrations for new transmission equipment, core network equipment, VAS nodes, media gateway and GGSN/SGSN gateway nodes and interconnect nodes into the IPBB network.
• Coordinate the integration of enterprise customers and the acceptance of new network elements.
• Coordinate corrective IP and enterprise maintenance as required, QoS-related, and network challenges.
• Provide efficient, timely, and effective remedies to IP network issues and requirements, ensuring minimal disruption to business.
• Responsible for maintaining low MMTR on IPBB and enterprise networks.
• Manage the process of investigating and identifying root causes of major incidents and ensure resolution.
• Responsible for ensuring 3GPP and ITU IP regulations, policies are implemented.
• Manage the unit’s interface with Enterprise Segment and Wholesale & Carrier for the provisioning and implementation of internet, L3VPN, and L2VPN for clients, alongside management of its fault resolution
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members and manage performance towards the achievement of overall team objectives.
• Prepare and analyse agreed periodic activity and performance reports – on IP and Enterprise, including faults, downtime, and maintenance carried out – for the Head, CIVE Operations.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head, CIVE Operations

Requirements:

• First degree in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering.
• Six (6) to Eight (8) years work experience with at least three (4) years in a supervisory role.
• Certification; HCNP/HCIE/CCNP/CCIE will be added advantage.

Required Capabilities:
Knowledge:

• GSM, EDGE, WCDMA Technologies
• ITil and eTom
• Technical knowledge of IP, including routing, switching, Firewalls, IP QoS, MPLS, L2VPN, MPLS L3VPN,IPv6, IP Core Solution
• Cisco/Huawei/Juniper

Behavior:

• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people.

What You'll Get:

• Each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work. You can make a real contribution to the success of the company.
• Several activities are often organized all over the year, such as weekly sports sessions, team building events, monthly drink, and much more

Perks

• A full-time position
• Attractive salary package.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Teaming
• Delegation/ Supervisory
• Communication
• Accountability

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

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