Ericsson BSS GTAC Engineer

The Access O&M Engineer should be well acquainted & familiar with:
• Good knowledge of mobile telephony Traffic scenario (GSM & UMTS)
• Extensive knowledge of BSS Network Signaling protocol (BSSAP,LAPD)
• Moderate knowledge of Core Network SS7 signaling protocol (BSSAP,MAP,ISUP)
• Moderate knowledge of Core network Signaling routing (SCCP, MTP).
• Good troubleshooting experience on APG40/APZ212 30 & 33 and IOG20.
• Good knowledge of Site integration and Trouble shooting of problems.
• Good Knowledge of OSS applications such as CHA, CNA, BSM, PMR and SMIA.
• STC Methods and Procedures
• Coordinate with O&M staff and Other O&M Groups in the district for the resolution of any Access related problems.
• Play active role on Corrective Maintenance and also Preventive Maintenance.
• Participate in the PAT of New/Expansion projects.
• Perform On Call & Emergency duties and will be readily available to carryout such duties when ever required.
• Responsible to Notify District O&M Management and if necessary other concern managers and departments as soon as complain received for major network faults and major incidents in the network.
• Provide on the job training to STC field staff (Knowledge transfer).Main Duties, Tasks & Interfaces:
• Ensure the prompt resolution of service affecting & non service affecting problems on Access Network, within the specific period of time.
• Ensure that O&M preventive maintenance schedules are completed as planed.
• Ensure that all assign duties (O&M supervisor) are completed as planed.
• Provide 2nd level O&M (Hardware & Software) for GSM
• BSC and RBS support: Emergency exchange stoppage handling, all kinds of CP/IOG/APG40 troubleshooting, etc.• Subscriber complains handling.
• Solving escalated problems form GNNCC via RTTS system.
• Integration support: Health check of new Integrated Sites and new BSCs.
• Providing technical support for integrating any new services/projects.
• Providing technical support for other departments in STC for any technical issues related to Ericsson nodes as Engineering, Performance, Quality, and Customer Care.
• Providing technical support for inter-working problems with other vendors.
• Providing second line and 24-hour support for all Ericsson nodes (BSC/RBS) escalated from NMC surveillance & Field Engineers.
• Create CSR & follow up, troubleshooting the problem etc.
• Following up the upgrades for all BSS nodes, and performing network general tests after implementation in the pilot node.
• Periodic auditing for the network performance through statistics and Preventive Maintenance.
• Providing technical training for local staff.
• Making operational standards and procedures, supervised daily operations and maintenance of different node/hardware types.
• Preparation of contingency plans for special occasions, and emergency situations.
• Working with performance group for enhancing the network performance as Changing Radio Parameters via PCRs.
• Definition of statistics files, measurement programs and demand reports on all BSS nodes.
• Serve as interface to product and technical managers regarding product issues, i.e. capacity requirements, product upgrades, etc.
• Provide quick temporary solution to prevent service loss in emergency situations.
Accountability:
• Service as impacted by activities under his direct control.
• Physical condition of the Access equipment.
• Access Network Performance as measure against company benchmarks.
• Adherence to STC & Network Operation policies.
• Develop and motivate other staff within the section.
Expected Key Results:
• Meet company targets for fault clearing time of service affected / non service affected problems.• Maintain Access performance standards and meet the objectives.
• All sites within his jurisdiction meet EOP requirements.• Execute on the job training schedules as planed.
Education:
• Telecommunication / Electronics or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (Bsc Eng.) Degree from recognized University or equivalent thereof.
• Fluency in English/Arabic (Speaking, Reading and writing)
Experience:
• 4 years or more experience on O&M activities in the Access technology related networks.
• Moderate knowledge of different vendor BSS equipments.
• Minimum Requirement level of courses related to GSM and AXE Platform.
Key Competencies:
• Working Level PC Skills.
• Proven record of effective teamwork.
• Self-motivation.
• Documentation.
• High creativity and innovation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective delegation by using all available resources.
• Customer Focus.• Organizational Awareness.
• Influence, Persuasion and Negotiation Skills.
• Staff Management.etc.
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Ericsson Jobs and Career opportunities in Nigeria
Ericsson a leader in the international telecommunications industry requires the services of dynamic, first class professionals to fill vacant positions in its Customer Solutions Department. The positions are permanent and are based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Requirements are as follows:

Position 1:
RAN Product / Solutions Manager
General Knowledge and Skills
•In depth knowledge of overall GSM network, Ericsson products incl. the RAN, Site & Network Mgt solutions Excellent Presentation skills Knowledge of the business environment Good knowledge of design, dimensioning of RAN/IP-RAN solutions, SW feature packages and argumentation Good Knowledge of technology evolution and standards bodies. 3GPP, ITU & ETSI •Good understanding of GSM/WCDMA RAN nodes and functionalities & Transport solutions •Business case modelling & project management skills
Position 2:
Core Network Product / Solutions Manager
General Knowledge and Skills Product knowledge within the area of responsibility Knowledge of the business environment Good knowledge of SS/NGN solutions (in fixed and mobile networks and IMS) Good knowledge of Core Network functionality- SIGTRAN, MiP & Charging Good knowledge of Core node design and dimensioning Good knowledge of IP-MPLS networks and design Good knowledge of network evolution and standards' bodies: 3GPp, ITU, ETSIBusiness case modelling &Project management skills
Position 3:
Assistant-Technical Manager (Core Networks)
General Knowledge and Skills General knowledge of GSM/WCDMA products/solutions platforms General telecoms and industry knowledge Good knowledge of Core Networks products and solutions Project Management skills Excellent knowledge of the business environment Good knowledge of technology evolution and standards' bodies, 3GPP, ITU & ETSI

In addition, the successful applicants would be required to possess the following:
a) Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in electrical/ electronics engineering • 3 years experience in the telecoms environment b) Personal Traits • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • High level of Customer Focus and interpersonal skills • Good presentation, problem solving and decision making skills • Ability to travel within the region, work independently and effectively within a team • Ability to take-responsibility, be accountable and result-oriented Method of ApplicationPlease send your Curriculum Vitae to lmn.human.resource@ericsson.com in the main body of the e-mail (NO ATTACHMENTS PLEASE) on or before Tuesday, the 14th of October 2008, indicating clearly your position of interest in the 'subject-field' of the e-mail. SPECIAL NOTICEApplications sent as attachments will not be consideredOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted..
Transmission Engineers- TE/MCL/4/08

Qualifications. Knowledge Skills and Experience

Minimum of BSc (2nd class lower) or HND (Upper credit) in Electrical/ Electronics, Communications or Telecommunication Engineering.

Professional qualification is an added advantage

2-5 years cognate experience in Radio Maintenance, Microwave and Planning.

Successful candidate must not be above 35 years old


METHOD OF APPLICATION

Qualified candidates should complete the application form online indicating:

Position applied for with reference number

Updated resume must include:

Personal contact addresses of applicants (Not P.O. box)
E-mail addresses, and Phone numbers should be sent
by Microsoft Word attachment to:

Jobs@monarchng.com

Application closes October 9, 2008
Head office: 2, Agoro Odiyan Street,
Off Adeola Odeku Street
Victoria Island, Lagos.
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PWC Fresh Graduates Careers

PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is recruiting for job positions within the System & Process Assurance Unit.
The ideal candidates must be a graduate with a 2.1 Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field.You should have the relevant experience for each of the roles.
The jobs are for:
* Associate (0141/08)
* Senior Associate (0140/08)
* Manager (0139/08)
* Senior Manager (0138/08)

To apply, please visit the PwC recruitment portal and enter the ref code in order to get more details and submit an application.Deadline is 21st August 2008.

APPLY HERE

Globacom Nigeria Vacancies

Globacom Limited, Nigeria's second national operator, and Africa's fastest growing telecommunications company requires the services of the following candidates:

SALES
E-mail to: sales.job@gloworld.com

Senior Sales Officer Ref: HOS

Qualification:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree.
* Computer literacy a must.
Experience/Requirements
* Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in Sales in a Telecom or blue chip FMCG company.

TECHNICAL
E-mail to: technical.job@gloworld.com

Switch Engineer Ref: SE

Qualification:
* B.Sc Electrical and Electronic Engineering or other related fields.
* Computer literacy: Desirable (MS Office).
* Relevant post graduate qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience/Requirements:
* 5 years of post qualification experience in managing switch operations and maintenance in GSM; CDMA, Wire Line (fixed) service provider.
* Excellent knowledge of SS7 signalling and UNIX command handling.

BSS/Transmission Engineer Ref: BSSTE

Qualification:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Electrical Electronics and other relevant disciplines.
* Relevant professional qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience/Requirements:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience.
* Must nave a sound knowledge of Telecom Networks and their trouble shooting.
* Should have good Project Management and Implementation experience.
* Should have good knowledge of digital cross connect principles and data communication
* Should have good understanding of relevant recommendations and guidelines.

IN/VAS Engineer' Ref: INVE

Qualification:
* Minimum of a Bachelors degree in electronic, telecommunications engineering or other related field
* Relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage
Experience:
* Minimum of 2 years experience in telecommunications.
* UNIX/LINUS experience
* Good knowledge of Acatel IN, Logical CMG products/solutions.
* Sun Solaria/hp/UNIX experience
* Oracle/Java

RF optimization Engineer Ref; RFOE

Qualification:
* B.Sc Electrical and Electronic Engineering or other related fields.
* Computer literacy; Desirable (MS Office).
* Relevant post graduate qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience:
* 2 years of post qualification work experience in RF optimization and maintenance in GSM, CDMA, and Wire line (fixed) service provider.
* Excellent knowledge on SS7 signalling and UNIX command handling.
* Ensure 99.9% optimization.

DCN Engineer Ref: DCNE

Qualifications:
* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Electronic, Telecommunications Engineering or other related field. CCNA/MCSE/CCNP:
Experience:
* Minimum of 4 years experience in Telecommunications SUN Solaria/UNIX/LINUS experience.
* Good knowledge of routing protocols TCP/IP.
* Oracle/Java.

ROLL OUT
E-mail to: rollout.job@gloworld.com .

Civil/Implementation Engineer Ref: CIE

Qualification:
* Minimum of Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
* MBA or other relevant post graduate qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience;
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in site building and civil engineering.

Site Acquisition Officer Ref: SAO

Qualification:
* Minimum of Bachelors degree in Estate Management, Civil Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
* MBA or other relevant post graduate qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in site building and civil engineering.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS
E-mail to: information.job@gloworld.com

Database Administrator: Ref- DA

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics and other relevant disciplines. * Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in a telecoms company.
* Strong knowledge of Oracle RDMS, P-Account (Alcatel), Web server, UNIX, LAN, MS Office.
* Experience in database administration.

Network Systems Administrator: Ref: NSA

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelors degree in computer engineering, electronics and other relevant disciplines
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in a telecoms company
* strong knowledge of oracle RDMS, p-Account (Acatel) Web server, UNIX, LAN, MS Office.
* Experience in LAN/WAN administration

Billing Systems Manager Ref: BSM

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics and other relevant disciplines.
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in a telecoms company.
* Good understanding of Roaming and interconnect.
* Strong knowledge of Oracle RDMS, P-Account (Alcatel), Web server, UNIX, LAM, MS Office.
* Good understanding of billing and prepaid systems.

MARKETING
E-mail to: marketing.job@gloworld.com .

Marketing Manager

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and other relevant disciplines.
* MBA or other relevant post graduate qualifications and training will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in business planning environment out of which 2 years must be in the telecoms industry.

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS:
E-mail to; comunnication.job@gloworld.com

Branding Executive Ref: BE

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social science, Arts and other relevant disciplines.
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 2 years cognate experience in sales branding
* Experience in branding sales channel and various route to market

Branding Manager Ref: BM

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social science, Arts and other relevant disciplines,
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in brand management
* Broad experience in sponsorships and events.

Events & Sponsorship Manager Ref: ESM

Qualification:
* Minimum of Bachelors degree in social science, Arts and other relevant disciplines.
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in events organisation and management.
* Broad experience in sponsorships and events.

Human Resources:
E-mail to: human.job@gloworld.com

Human Resources Manager

Qualification:
* Minimum of a Bachelors degree.
* Master degree will be an added advantage
Experience:
* Minimum of 10 years cognate experience
* Experience in telecommunications industry will be an advantage

Administration & Fleet Manager:

Qualifications:
* Minimum of a bachelor's degree
* Masters degree will be an added advantage
Experience:
* Minimum of 8 years cognate experience
* Experience in Telecommunications industry will be an advantage

Head PABX Ref: HPBX

Qualifications:
* Minimum of Bachelor's degree with second class upper in computer Engineering electronics and other relevant discipline
* Relevant post graduate degree and/or professional qualifications will be an advantage.
Experience;
* Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in a telecoms company
* Good understanding of PABX links to various customer care applications.
* Knowledge of Oracle RDMS, P-Account (Account), web server, UNIX, LAN, MS Office
* Good understanding of Billing and prepaid systems.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

1. The application with CV and scanned passport photograph, if possible, should be mailed to the e-mail address for each job category.
2. Use the reference as subject matter for your e-mail.

Entries close on the 15th of July 2008

Etisalat Vacancies

Emerging markets Telecommunication Services Ltd

A leading telecommunications company with presence in 16 countries across Africa, the Middle East and Asia and a reputation as an innovative service provider. Now, we are in search of a unique team to replicate this quality of service in Nigeria.

CUSTOMER CARE

Call Centre Operations manager Ref: CCO
Work Base Area: Kano

Requirements

* University degree/HND (MBA may be an advantage).
* Minimum of 4 years experience in call centre management (telecomm-specific experience may be an advantage).
* Must be between 30-40 years of age.
* Fluent in English and at least one major Nigerian language (preferably Hausa)

2. Quality Assurance & Training manager Ref: QAM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements:

* University degree/HND (MBA may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 4 years quality assurance and/or training experience in a call centre (telecomm-specific experience may be an advantage)
* Must be between 30-40 years of age
* Coaching, mentoring and managerial skills essential
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and call recording/quality monitoring systems
* Fluent in English and at least one major Nigerian language

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

1. Product Development manager - Applications Ref: PAM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/M.Sc. may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 5-7 years telecomm/ IT-specific work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Expert understanding of mobile applications, applications certification and deployment processes

2. Product Development manager - Data Ref: PDM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/ M.Sc. / professional certifications may be an advantage).
* Minimum of 5-7 years telecomm/lT-specific work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Expert understanding of telecomm data environment, product development and marketing, and technical solutions deployment

3. Manager Post-paid & Corporate Solutions Ref: PCM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/M.Sc. may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 5-7 years telecomm/lT-specific work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function.
* Expert understanding of post-paid billing platforms and strategies

4. Product Specialist-Post-paid Ref: PPS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/M.Sc, may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecomm/lT-specific work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Expert understanding of post-paid tariff plans, models and associated services in the GSM telecomm industry

5. Product Specialist-Solutions Ref: PSS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in Engineering/IT-related discipline (relevant postgraduate qualification may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecoms/lT-specific work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Good understanding of prepaid and post-paid billing platforms and strategies.
* Expert understanding of VAS. Service frameworks and models, and associated services in the GSM telecomm industry

6. Product Specialist - Applications Ref: PAS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/M.Sc, professional certifications may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecomm/IT-specific work experience of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Good understanding of GSM. ITU and IT industry standards
* Good understanding of SIM card environment (GSMA 03.48 and later) technologies (STK, S@T,WIB, Java, Multimedia)
* Good understanding of technology trends and evolution in mobile application development (software, operating systems platforms, etc) and consumer trends (productivity, entertainment, lifestyle, etc)

7. Product Specialist - Data Ref: PDS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate discipline (MBA/MSc/professional certifications may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecomm/IT-related work experience last 2 being in a directly related function
* Good understanding of GSM and Broadband environment (development standards and technologies)
* Good understanding of the evolution and advances in mobile data trends and technologies GPRS, EDGE, 3G and variants, LTE, UMTS, etc.

8. Portal Services manager Ref: PSM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in any numerate or business/marketing discipline (MBA/ MSc. may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 5-7 years telecomm/media & entertainment/ IT-specific work experience in web development and management
* Must be team-work orientated, creative and able to understand internal customer requirements as well as represent corporate to external target groups, including sponsorship and sales support activities

9. Portal Analyst, Extranet Development Ref: PEA
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree in Computer Science/ Engineering (MBA/ M.Sc, may be an advantage)
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecomm/lT-related work experience, of which the most recent 2 in a directly related function
* Proven experience in dynamic generated content management systems
* Proven knowledge of JSP/ Server Side Scripting, XML XSL, XSLT, JavaScript, HTML, DHTML, DOM, Flash, Active X, video streaming technologies and associated editing programmes
* Working knowledge of UNIX and advanced understanding of server-side scripting

10. Portal Analyst, Graphic Design Ref: PGA
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University Degree/HND
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecomm-IT-related work Experience in hands-on design and implementation in an online environment
* Talent for motion graphics/animation
* Layout skills, web graphic Designer, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Flash, Dream weaver, Publisher FrontPage and related programmes
* Familiarity with latest browser-based technologies and server-side technologies and frame works (AJAX, Flash. etc.) including corresponding and server-side technologies

11. Portal Specialist Ref: POS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree
* Minimum of 3-5 years telecoms/IT-related work experience in hands-on design and implementation in an online environment
* Good knowledge of XHTML, CSS, W3C Web Standards, basic JSP, PHP, JavaScript, Flash technology, SQL Servers, page design and layout principles, and other programming tools and enhanced Web technologies
* Good knowledge of UNIX and Windows-based systems administration
* Proven knowledge of portal development
* web standards and search engine optimization

BRANDS AND COMMUNICATIONS

12. Media Manager Ref: MEM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree
* Extensive knowledge of media buying and planning
* Understanding of 00H media
* Minimum of 8 years experience in advertising media or media independent agency, of which the most recent 4 in a directly related function
* Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills

13. Channel Brand manager Ref: CBM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree
* Minimum of 5-7 years telecomm-specific experience in channel branding
* Good analytical, strategic thinking, communication and interpersonal skills

14. Visual Advertising manager Ref: VAM
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree/HND
* Minimum of 8 years experience in advertising, of which the most recent 4 in a directly related function
* Extensive knowledge of print production processes
* Excellent illustrator
* Good knowledge of Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw
* Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

15. Media Specialist Ref: MES
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree
* Minimum of 5 years experience in advertising
* Excellent analytical and negotiation skills

16. Channel Branding Specialist Ref: CBS
Work Base Area: Lagos

Requirements

* University degree
* Minimum of 3-4 years telecoms-specific experience in channel branding
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

To apply, please quote the reference code of the desired position as the subject of your mail and send your most recent curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names) to us at: recruiting@kpsresourcing.com .

Entries close on the 8th of July 2008.

Telecomm Engineers Jobs

A First class telecom company expanding its reach to the rest of Africa and the Middle East requires the services of the following:

Application Developers

Candidate should have a minimum of 3years of programming experience with emphasis on
system analysis and application architecture design
microsoft.net and .asp.net frameworks
comprehensive knowledge of visual C#
strong knowledge of SQL and database schema design
web application design
strong knowledge of SQL server,Oracle and Microsoft source safe version control
knowledge of java and associated technologies
farmiliarity with smtp protocol
knowledge of .net mobile SDK
knowledge of unix or linux would be an advantage

Telecoms Engineers
Candidate should have a B.Eng with 2-5yrs post graduation experience
Good skills in on the latest IP solutions
Knowledge of TCP/IP networking/datacom
Experience on Tektronix K12/15 Analyzer

Applicants should forward their detailed CV with passport photographs and cover letters to jobs.4.applicants@gmail.com

closing date is on 15th July 2008