Specialist - Special Projects Technology Information at MTN

JOB DESCRIPTION
Strategy Development

• Give input  to development of regional strategy for radio access network roll-out
• Support development of radio network strategies and key technology projects
• Support translation of the network and radio strategies into near term plans

Enterprise Business Support

• Provide information on customer locations’ coverage issues, solutions and execution progress to account team and Head Office staff 
• Plan the growth of the radio network considering general engineering principles, analysis & interpretation of network statistics, knowledge of market requirements 
• Achieve the most effective design of RF installation for the client’s needs within the network parameters which will satisfy all the demands of the market
• Prepare presentations of network plans for EBU clients as and when required 
• Collaborate with others regarding planning and support issues e.g. regional PMs, implementation and support teams

HetNet Design

• Identify poor indoor coverage, hot spots and cell fringes to best deploy HetNet using geo-location tools, and network performance indicators
• Design heterogeneous network solutions to provide capacity and coverage ; in-building solutions and small cells supporting (3G, LTE and Wi-Fi)
• Understand network designs of third parties and approve the technical design as solution to requirements

Gated Communities coverage solutions

• Compile designs and plans in estates and or suburbs for coverage and capacity for mobile broadband
• Collaborate with Head Office team regarding priority areas, technology deployment, and alignment with fibre to the home
• Survey with stakeholders for the optimal solutions e.g. transmission, implementation, property teams, third party contractors 

Live Network Trials

• Select correct site within parameters of installation cost, customers’ needs, expected traffic, environmental aspects, legislation and regulatory compliance and the existing radio network 
• Oversee the installation of new base station equipment (small cells)
• Network evaluation of new planning features to boost coverage and capacity
• Ensure compliance of all rules, regulations, legislation, standards etc applicable on radio transmissions.
• Continuously refresh and enhance technical skill and knowledge especially regarding new developments in the field of radio technology, radio network design and operation, network quality and network problems, radio access system design principles
• Advise and support other specialists in the department
• Investigate, specify and manage the development of tools and processes for network planning 
• Investigate and recommend the procurement of tools and systems for network planning 
• Suggest best radio network parameters for the radio network
• Ensure that network quality is monitored in a continuous manner
• Prioritise rollout and/or major site expansion towards improving customer experience in line with P10. 

Communication and co-ordination

• Communicate plans and integrate feedback
• Co-operate with and support other network group and departments at all levels (e.g. CPG, Operations, Transmission, SMC, etc.)
• Cooperate with other departments within MTN (e.g. EBU, marketing, etc.)
• Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Complexity:  Refers to the responsibilities for directing, guiding, motivating  and influencing 

Others.

• No direct subordinates. Coordination with regional engineers is required 
• Demonstrating a visionary approach to planning and optimisation and peripheral responsibilities by contributing new ideas, attitudes and systems for the improvement of the network and the performance of the team. 
• Contribution and motivation. Understanding the value and cost of all available resources  (these include time, physical resources, time-saving developments such as automated processes, intellectual capital etc.) and acting accordingly to achieve the best results with the least possible cost to MTN in both the short and long term

QUALIFICATIONS
Education:

• Minimum of 3 year degree/diploma (May vary in accordance with specific country Opco qualification standards 
• Fluent in English and language of country preferable

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience in RF or telecommunications. GSM/WCDMA experience is a prerequisite. 
• Experience working in a medium   organization