Apply for Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited)

Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited) is a leading telecommunications services provider in Nigeria headquartered in Lagos, the commercial nerve-centre of Nigeria. The telco ranks amongst the top four mobile service providers in terms of subscribers with a customer base of more than 39.8 million. The company’s product offerings include 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce and enterprise services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Core Network Performance & Optimization

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• This is a vital position to support Network function to carry out quality and performance assurance of e2e core transport network.
• This person will be interacting with the Partners’ Teams very extensively and make use of all available Core Transport tools to ensure timely anomaly detection, escalation and follow through to resolution.
• The Key results will ensure top Quality of Service (QoS) and Quality of Experience to Airtel Customers.

Job Responsibilities
Managing Core Transport Media (Access and BB) Performance:

• Ensure all vendor network equipment’s on the network can interoperate with one another without anomaly.
• Monitor Link performance of all the Microwave links across the network to identify links running errors (SES, BBE etc.)
• Monitor Receive Signal Levels (RSL) of Links across the network to identify links with degraded RSLs (> 3dbm from design) for required optimization and correction.
• Perform routine (Proactive, Reactive) audits to highlight key performance & quality of service issue across MW links.
• Monitor and output weekly capacity utilization of MW links across the Network.
• Follow through with Tx planning, operation and deployment.

Packet Loss Management:

• Ensure reliable and efficient transmission of data packets across networks by Identifying, analyzing, and coordinating resolution of packet loss issues with concerned resolver team.
• (This is key to network quality and user experience assurance).
• Monitoring and troubleshooting: Continuously monitor network performance, identify packet loss issues, and troubleshoot problems using various tools and techniques.
• Root cause analysis: Investigate and determine the underlying causes of packet loss, including network congestion, hardware or software issues, and configuration problems.
• Escalation to issue owners and follow through to resolution.

IP/MPLS network Performance:

• Ensure availability of IPRAN routers for all vendors. Ensure IPRAN topology and routing is aligned with TX Planning.
• Monitor RX Levels of IPRAN Links and NNI interfaces across the network to identify links with poor RX levels (< design Threshold) for required optimization and error correction.
• Monitor and output weekly capacity utilization of IPRAN links and NNI interfaces across the Network.
• Identify and resolve congested links, input/Output Errors, Memory & CPU loads, CRC check, Temperature etc.

Manage Performance & Optimization of the Fiber network:

• Monitor performance of the Fiber network elements.
• Ensure all fiber primary and secondary routes are up by carrying out routine performance and availability checks on all the routes.
• Flag fiber segments with repeated failures to Operation team and Partners to improve uptime and link stability.
• Regular KPI quality review, audit, and demand of best practice in fiber management. Review/Identification of snags in new deployed fiber segments.

Capacity Utilization Monitoring:

• Ensure e2e network Capacity Utilization analysis and forecast for the Transport domain.
• Support in special event preparation and analysis to ensure capacity (e.g., Year end and festive period).

Educational & Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electronics & Communication or any other Science and/or Engineering based field.
• Sound knowledge of traditional and contemporary Transmission of Mobile Network – Operations, Performance Management.
• Analytical and Presentation skills.
• Good understanding of Transport Network architecture interfaces and standards.
• Understanding of data traffic routing and addressing.

Required Experience & Skillset:

• Must have 5 – 7 years relevant experience in Performance Management of e2e Transport network domain.
• Minimum 3 Vendor Management experience.
• Sound MS Excel skill.
• Knowledge of Performance managements systems/tools/support systems.
• Vendor Management.
• Python, Power-BI experience will be an added advantage.
• Sound story telling ability using data.
• Logical decision-making abilities.
• Flexible and dedicated.
• Ability to innovate and deliver value to the Business.
• Ability to manage an outsourcing par.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Whitespace Manager

Location: Nigeria 
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As whitespace planner you will be responsible for designing and optimizing the layout and utilization of the physical space within the data center facility to ensure efficient utilization of physical space, optimize capacity management, and support the growth and scalability of IT infrastructure.
• The Whitespace planner will be responsible for maintaining a well-organized and efficient data center environment that meets both current and future IT infrastructure requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Space Planning: Designing the layout of the data center floor space to maximize efficiency and capacity utilization. This involves planning the placement of server racks, networking equipment, cooling systems, power distribution units, and other infrastructure components.
• Efficient Space Utilization: Design and optimize the layout of the data center floor space to maximize efficiency. This includes proper placement of server racks, networking equipment, cooling systems, and other infrastructure components to make the most of available space.
• Capacity Management: By monitoring and forecasting data center space, power, and cooling capacity, the whitespace planner should ensure that resources are utilized effectively. This proactive approach helps prevent overutilization or underutilization of resources, supporting seamless operations.
• Equipment Placement: Determining the optimal placement of IT equipment within the data center to ensure proper airflow, cooling, and access for maintenance.
• Rack Layout Design: Creating rack elevation diagrams and floor plans to visualize the arrangement of server racks, cabling, and other equipment within the data center.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensuring that the data center design and layout comply with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to space utilization, safety, security and in compliance to environment for IT operations.
• Collaboration: Working closely with data center architects, engineers, operations teams, and other stakeholders to coordinate space planning activities and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field or MBA will be an advantage
• 8+ years of relevant experience managing mission critical facilities.
• Experience and in-depth knowledge in the Telecommunication industry data Centre modelling
• Experience with data center physical security e.g. access control, surveillance systems etc.
• Proven experience in data center whitespace planning, capacity management, or facility design.
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure components, including server racks, networking equipment, cooling systems, and power distribution units.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to data center design and operations.
• Project management skills to plan and execute whitespace planning projects effectively.
• Certification in data center design, capacity planning, or related areas is a plus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Sourcing Executive

Location: Nigeria 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To monitor and manage the procurement of Network equipment and related materials and services at the right price, right quantity & quality from the most appropriate vendor at full cost of ownership to the benefit of Airtel to ensure good service delivery to its customers.

Key Accountabilities
Manage the processing of Marketing related contracts from project brief to contract completion in conjunction with the Legal department:

• Checking/confirming payment terms, price & duration of project briefs in line with what was agreed for the contract
• Ensuring stakeholders( User department and vendor) agree on conditions of the contract
• Follow up with Legal to ensure contract is drafted and sent to the vendor

Manage the end to end Purchase Order process for procurement of goods and services within their area of responsibility in line with approved purchasing requests:

• Sourcing/recommendation of vendors for the task
• Sending RFP/RFQ’s to the vendors
• Opening of bids and tender evaluation/recommendation
• Negotiation and cost optimization/savings
• Contract award
• PO processing on Oracle
• RFP response meetings to communicate details to vendors regarding tenders

Manages vendor relationships in accordance with company guidelines, to support the realization of agreed procurement contracts & timelines for delivery:

• Vendor follow-up on key deliverables
• Management of vendor relationships to ensure SLA’s are realized

Provide accurate information and guidance to managers and other staff in Support of the planning, budgeting and goal setting processes to establish procurement goals:

• Accurate benchmarking of prices against market prices
• PO reports for budget teams.
• Ensure BOQ is in line with approved price book/rate card.

Manage price & contractual negotiations in line with favourable payment terms, statutory regulatory requirements, competitive pricing, quality assurance and delivery timelines favourable to the company:

• Contract negotiations
• Meeting with vendors/User to agree on SLA’s and timelines
• Ensuring prices are in line with NCC/NOTAP regulatory requirements
• Detailed price negotiations using quotes as benchmark

Generation of required Procurement reports(spend & savings report, contract management report, Single source & emergency request report):

• Provision of Spend/savings report
• Contract renewals/expiration reports
• Provision of emergency request reports/reasons for the emergencies and supporting approvals
• Provide support to Snr Mgr Marketing Procurement on identification and corrections of process gaps in internal control environment.

Manage sourcing process for recommending/identifying the most suitable vendors required for projects/tasks:

• Vendor sourcing through RFI’s
• Recommendation of vendors through referrals from other Telco’s and Multinationals.
• Ensure compliance with procure to pay policy and process.

Provide payment support services:

• Follow up for prompt payment to vendor

Vendor Performance evaluation to ascertain vendor competence & capability:

• Periodic vendor evaluation(quarterly/biannually)
• Vendor competency assessment

Skills & Knowledge
Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Associate Member/Student Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply, UK

Key Contacts:

• User Dept
• Vendors and Partners.

Relevant Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years Procurement experience.

Other requirements (Behavioural):

• Achieving results and meeting targets
• Proactive attitude towards meeting objectives
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Good ethical attributes

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online