Senior Manager: Core Planning

2 months ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time
Job Title: Senior Manager: Core Planning

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager: Core Planning to join our team at Isilumko Staffing. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the Core network strategy and architecture, driving the execution of short-term plans, and establishing a future-proof core network design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research and evaluation of emerging Core technologies to identify opportunities and address concerns.
  • Develop a target architecture for Products and Services with a 3-year outlook, considering global technological advancements.
  • Ensure alignment of Core architecture with business objectives and strategic plans of other departments.
  • Drive the execution of short-term plans, including proactive maintenance of capacity and functionality requirements.
  • Formulate policies regarding the deployment of specific hardware and software.
  • Review and approve detailed designs for Products and Services, balancing business needs with capacity.
  • Allocate and supervise resource requirements for design, planning, and implementation.
  • Review and approve equipment configurations to be procured from supplier(s), exploring cost optimisation opportunities.
  • Coordinate Core plan development and implementation with internal stakeholders.
  • Initiate funding requests and issue requests for purchasing to vendors, ensuring accurate verification of bill of materials and equipment/services orders.
  • Ensure comprehensive designs for Core network growth and evolution that are readily implementable.
  • Oversee the full implementation of Core plans, ensuring a seamless handover to Network Operations for integration into the live network.
  • Establish a future-proof core network design to ensure meeting deliverables according to internal and external customer requirements.
  • Ensure availability of resources and systems for optimising Core network to meet quality and performance targets.
  • Document and periodically test redundancy and disaster recovery policies.
  • Provide resources, systems, and inter-departmental processes to ensure Core network capacity meets business requirements.
  • Equip the Core network with appropriate technology capabilities to fulfill business needs.
  • Implement effective processes for tracking and reporting performance problems and improvements at the division level.
  • Investigate performance issues and identify necessary changes at the division level.
  • Optimise the core network to deliver a superior customer experience, aligning with the strategic objective of being the premier network in South Africa.
  • Foster cooperation and support among various departments within the network group at all organisational levels.
  • Handle interfaces with other areas of the business beyond the Core department as needed for planning and execution.
  • Enhance comprehension of both current and emerging Core network technologies across the organisation to maximise the utilisation of Core developments.
  • Provide comprehensive design documentation for both construction and operational purposes.
  • Project, strategise, formulate, and assess Core network budgets and long-term plans in accordance with the business financial guidelines.
  • Supervise Core network expenditure to align with approved budgets.
  • Optimise Core network budgets and align them with defined priorities.
  • Continuously seek to identify and eliminate unnecessary expenditures.
  • Serve as the technical representative during contract negotiations with Commercial/Legal departments.
  • Oversee budgetary management for both capital and operational expenses in accordance with Business Unit requirements.
  • Coordinate activities among internal departments and resources.
  • Establish and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for individuals within your reporting structure.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain individuals demonstrating exceptional potential.
  • Recognise and support top performers while managing underperformers.
  • Maintain active communication throughout the Network Group.
  • Develop and maintain standards and specifications.
  • Conduct performance management of subordinates and ensure timely actioning of annual performance evaluations and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
  • Manage training and development initiatives for subordinates, including identifying required courses and making recommendations.
  • Foster team morale and cultivate an attitude focused on improved service delivery.
  • Uphold Company values at all times.
  • Drive enhancements to methods and processes to boost productivity while upholding stringent quality standards.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree or National Technical Diploma with relevant experience. Postgraduate degree advantageous.
  • 5+ years in Telecommunications Mobile Core essential with a broad understanding of RAN and IP technologies.
  • Basic financial understanding.
  • Leading cross-functional project teams, with at least 2 years at management level.

Language: English

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