MTN jobs in Nigeria(Manager, Supplier Quality Assurance)

Job Title: Manager, Supplier Quality Assurance
Department: Finance
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
• Develop mechanisms for supplier selection and retention activities in line with best practices
• Drive the development of local content within the constraints of the environment and the economy
• Develop network of enterprises who can offer good value for unwanted MTN assets
• Ensure relevant staff understand the concept of value for money, and abide by whatever mechanism is established for achieving it
• Lead, manage and develop MTNN supplier quality assurance requirements including update and management of the supplier profile questionnaire process
• Due Diligence, Supplier Audit and Supplier Performance Evaluation
o Develop the due diligence standards and verification process for suppliers
o Ensure verification of the shareholding and ownership of companies with CAC to ascertain beneficial ownership of supplier organisations
o Develop, monitor and control the process and standards for supplier audits
o Develop, monitor, control and update the supplier performance evaluation, monitoring and rating process
o Develop criteria for measuring suppliers using a rating system
o Develop criteria and conditions for the blacklisting and/or grey listing of suppliers
o Control and monitor the blacklisting and/or grey listing of suppliers
o Manage the MTNN Approved Supplier List to ensure continual improvement
o Develop, monitor and control the process and standards for product performance evaluation
• Local Content
o Develop and manage a classification scheme for MTN’s product/service requirements
o Identify indigenous or local suppliers that have the potential to provide inputs that are mainly foreign-sourced
o Identify opportunities to develop business relationships with such suppliers
o Develop reporting format and metrics for the local content element of MTNN’s operations
• Asset Disposal
o Coordinate the activities required to achieve disposal of unwanted MTN assets
o Identify enterprises that can provide the most economical value for assets to be disposed
o Provide periodic updates on asset disposal activities
• Data Management
o Define and control the data and document management process for the unit
Job Conditions:
Normal MTNN working conditions. Shift based work (24/7/365)
Reporting To: Senior Manager, Procurement
Required Skills:
• A professional qualification in Quality Management, Accounting, or Purchasing & Supply
At least 8 years related work experience in a reputable organisation which includes:
• Providing quality assurance services to clients
• Supplier account management
• Contract management
• Supervisory/ managerial experience
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
A good first degree in a science, engineering or any numerate discipline
This vacancy expires on 12/28/2010

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MTN jobs in Nigeria(RF Optimisation Engineer -Ibadan)

Job Title: RF Optimisation Engineer (Ibadan)
Department: Network Group
Location: Oyo
Job Description:
•Network Planning functions within the region which will be measured by:
oCapacity - Ensuring that at any time the network will be able to accommodate the subscriber level anticipated 3 months ahead
oCoverage – Ensuring that coverage is provided in all areas where MTN subscribers live, work and play and to maintain parity with the competitor where necessary
oTime - Ensuring that network planning and site acceptance will be carried out in a manner to allow sufficient time for acquisition, construction and implementation of BTS and transmission links
oNetwork optimisation/performance management within the region. Network optimization will be measured on the following factors:
XFrequency Reuse Efficiency - Implementing a frequency reuse plan in the areas of highest traffic density in order to achieve a high quality network with minimum interference.
XNetwork quality - Dropped calls, GoS/blocking rate, Voice quality, Call success, Call setup time
XResponsiveness to customer problems
XSite Accepted / Optimisation Drive Test - Regular drive testing of the network must be carried out to ensure that design objectives for coverage and network quality are maintained (Sites Acceptance Testing) and proactively diagnose network problems for immediate fixes.
•Maintain accurate and thorough Knowledge of the network
•Maintain at all times a detailed knowledge of the behavior and status of all sites in the region of responsibility. This includes:
oNominal plan from Coverage Steering Group
oPlanned sites
oSite acquisition status
oBuild configuration and status
oTraffic levels
oGoS (Congestions stats)
oDropped call rate•
oControl Channel failure
oHO failure rate
•Produce Cost Effective radio designs - ensuring the network will be designed and built in the most cost effective way possible, e.g. rooftops/existing towers/water towers are easier and cheaper to build than greenfields
•Monitor and report all competitor activities•
•The clutter data and propagation models (Planning Tool:Asset) will be checked at regular intervals to ensure that they offer a true reflection of the propagation environment•
•Maintain an awareness of the latest technological and industry developments that may affect the cellular business
•Be aware of any of the issues below that may affect the successful operation of MTN’s business within the region
oEconomic situation
oSocial/community situations
oProvide specialist technical support to all other department regarding the network and radio related features
Job Conditions:
General MTN N working conditions. •National traveling into various remote areas within the specified region. •Additional working time is maybe required. •A valid drivers license.
Reporting To: Team Lead RF Planning/Access Optimization
Required Skills:
•4 years work experience comprising
•2 years RF experience with a GSM or Wireless Telecomm
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
•B.Sc Electrical/Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering
This vacancy expires on 12/20/2010

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MTN jobs in Nigeria(Sourcing Officer)

Job Title: Sourcing Officer
Department: Finance
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
•Advise user departments and suppliers of MTN’s standard commercial terms and conditions
•Provide information on sourcing status to user department from time to time.
•Make recommendations to user department on sourcing options and solutions.
•Identify procurement saving possibilities
•Timely preparation of sourcing documents (RFQ, RFI and RFP)
•Negotiation with suppliers regarding the supply of goods and services for all items related to “core” activities
•Negotiation of pricing Frame Agreements, Price Books and Letters of Intent
•Preparation, issue, receipt and review of all “core” RFI, RFQ and RFP work.
•Provide input to periodic reports
Job Conditions: Open plan office Extended work hours when required. Unsociable hours especially during peak periods.
Reporting To: Sourcing Supervisor
Required Skills:
•Minimum of 4 years post-graduation work experience in a reputable establishment with minimum of 3 years dealing with commercial contracts, negotiation, suppliers or accounts.
•Knowledge of telecommunications environment will be an advantage
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
A bachelors degree in a numerate or related discipline Business/ Finance post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Professional certification in Purchasing and Supply Management will be an added advantage
This vacancy expires on 12/15/2010

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MTN jobs in Nigeria(Government Relations Advisor)

Job Title: Government Relations Advisor
Department: Corporate Services
Location: Abuja
Job Description:
• Conduct research on government developments and trends
• Track political developments and forecast potential impact on MTN operations and general business environment
• Maintain access to key political and government leaders and deploy the network in aid of the operations of all departments of MTN
• Guide and align MTN operations to seamlessly interface with government and demonstrate deep knowledge of the dynamics of government operations
• Cross-functional interface with various divisions on consumer affairs and issues stemming from the industry regulatory authority (NCC)
Monitor and provide proactive and effective feedback on current developments at Federal & State levels
• Provide weekly intelligence reports & feedback on emerging issues in federal and state government circles as it relates with telecommunications
• Identify regional vulnerabilities in terms of Identification of regional vulnerabilities
• Prepare correspondence and position papers on government related issues
Establish and maintain a viable relationship with key government stakeholders at federal and state level Management
• Initiate regular meetings with key government stakeholders
• Provide advisory support on key Government stakeholders
• Provide regulatory input on topical issues & remedial action
• Develop and maintain relationship with key government stakeholders
• Provide informed opinion on all issues that impact on MTN from a government relations perspective, including new legislatures, government policies, etc
Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions. Shift based work (24/7/365)
Reporting To: Senior Manager, Government Relations
Required Skills:
• At least 4 years work experience
• At least 3 years experience in roles directly related to high level interactions in government and politics
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
First Degree in any course in Arts, Social Sciences or Law
This vacancy expires on 12/28/2010

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MTN jobs in Nigeria(Trade Partner Support Manager)

Job Title: Trade Partner Support Manager
Department: Sales and Distribution
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
•Evaluate and review new applications for purposes of credit allocation
•Resolve all Business incidents (potential and actual) that might expose the company to any loss arising from the credit process and initiate appropriate action/decision.
•Manage Distributor Accounts sub ledger to ensure completeness, accuracy and correctness and deal with all inquiries relating thereto
•Manage and review all periodic (weekly/monthly/ad hoc) reports (management/operational) for the unit as shall be required.
•Manage the Credit Review process to ensure optimal credit allocations/ reallocation in line with credit PPPs and Credit Committee mandate
•Liaise with and communicate to all relevant parties (internal and external) all issues relating to MTN credit management policies and changes thereto
•Drive and implement new credit initiatives in line with market dictates to achieve S&D sales targets and enhance competitive advantage
•Review, update and implement PPPs on Credit/Banking SLAs
•Manage Distributor Commissions to achieve timeliness and accuracy of payment and review the reconciliation of all distributors’ accounts to ensure accounts balances reflect the true position of their transactions with MTNN
•Manage the resolution of distributor queries and complaints relating to credit applications, account balances and commission payments
•Manage and implement changes in credit management and ensure the Distributor community is adequately informed at all times of such changes
•Co-ordinate, schedule and participate in team/departmental/divisional meetings and activities as required
•Draw up and review performance contracts for all staff in the Unit in line with Divisional objectives ensure annual performance appraisal is performed on a timely basis
•Manage Banking relationship with all MTN collection banks to ensure strict adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
•Manage and ensure a timely processing and release of all distributor orders (credit & cash) to achieve zero cash loss.
•Review agreed activity and performance reports for Management reporting to ensure relevance, accuracy and timeliness
•Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager- Financial Operations Ensure that credit terms are properly set up on the system (by the Systems Accountant) in strict compliance with the approval and that all requirements are met before approved credit becomes operational
•Initiate, coordinate and manage delinquent account collection
•Monitor, evaluate and review distributor credit performance periodically in line with company growth objectives
•Integrate with Account Management to ensure high level of customer satisfaction index
•Manage distributor commissions including Corporate Accounts commissions and other customer incentives
•Manages the distributor communication process ensuring correct and effective communication and the discharging and archiving of all correspondences and documents
Job Conditions: Standard MTN working conditions May work extended hours
Reporting To: Senior Manager Sales Support and Financial Control
Required Skills:
•8 years working experience in a commercial environment
•Bank reconciliation experience
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
A good First degree or equivalent in a Social Science course or any other relevant discipline Professional qualifications such as ACCA or ICAN (ACA). Postgraduate qualification such as Master of Business Administration (MBA) would be an added advantage

This vacancy expires on 12/16/2010


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MTN jobs in Nigeria(International Roaming Analyst)

Job Title: International Roaming Analyst
Department: Network Group
Location:  Lagos
Job Description:
•Interpret roaming contract as negotiated and prepared by the Roaming manager
•Update negotiated and reviewed Partner Draft Roaming Agreement
•Information Management
IREG
•Design international roamer record format for IR24, IR32 and IR35 in line with TAP file
•Conduct set-up of functionality and testing of International roaming services (postpaid, GPRS, prepaid and future services)
•Request for signaling (IR.21 signal) and switch data fill for roaming setup
•Schedule IR.21 test date and perform IR.21 test according to the IREG standard
•Determine and issue commercial launch date for Roaming Partnership
•Execute the SIM Card exchange process between MTN and its roaming partners
•Document the test results in the MTN IR24 and send this document to the Billing Group within IS and the prospective partner
TADIG
•Draw up safeguards to ensure tariff application and TAPIN and TAPOUT are as contracted via standard AA.14 or via bilateral agreements.
•Responsible for MTNN TAP file format checking.
•Responsible for MTNN RAP file format checking.
•Responsible for TAP release and other GSMA roadmap adherence by MTNN
Job Conditions:
Normal MTN working conditions May be required to work weekends and extra hours Local and International travel will be involved
Reporting To: Roaming Manager
Required Skills:
•4 years work experience of which
•at least 2 years in wireless telecommunications industry, with emphasis on international roaming
•Minimum of one year experience in reviewing records. E.g. Auditing, record vetting etc.
•Business or financial awareness on roaming and International monetary exchange.
•Experience in customer relations/communications
Employment Status :
Permanent
Qualification:
First Degree in Social Sciences, Engineering or Arts

This vacancy expires on 12/20/2010


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Brunel jobs in Nigeria(Port Operation Officer)

The Job is based at Onne The favorable factors are: · Good interpersonal relationship, conviviality, capacity of anticipation, analysis and synthesis · Good communication skills · Close contact with his Internal Customers (User Department) and various contractors in his line of business. · Good knowledge of all general software (Excel, Words etc...) · Will to cooperate in terms of transversal relationships is primordial in this task Constraints: Lack of planning and anticipation by users Frequently changing Nigeria Laws/Shipping/Customs regulations and policies.
Organization
Job description
To be the focal point of all Shipping Agents activities at the Onne Ports (FOT & FLT) as assigned.
Be responsible for the immediate handling of all relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service for all Company operations at the Onne Ports Ensure proper delineation, Warehousing and protection of all goods under Customs clearance.
To liaise with Port Operators in all Company shipping interest–viz Intels, BRAWAL, NPA, DMS, Onne DIAs, Customs etc
Coordinate all Terminal Operations for Company Imports at the Onne Ports
To perform IFF/WHSE defined functions in E‐Transit and other UNSUP entries as required, and promptly send alerts and notifications that may arise.
To participate in all pre‐cargo discharge meetings ahead of berthing with port operators and shippers agents.
To maintain & register equipment deployed for operations by port operators, and sign‐off related job sheets.
To register key transaction elements, Customs register and documentation of all cleared cargoes are maintained and provide appropriate Customs clearance documents on demand.
Follow‐up Clearing operations as laid out by the Shipping Officer (Sea).
Liaise with Technical Logistics on operational matters.
Maintain an efficient container tracking system with all parties for the control of demurrage
To liaise with Head of Yards for stacking spaces prior to the arrival of vessels with Company cargoes.
To ensure deliveries are made promptly, maintain/dispatch copies of waybills, and ensure transfers to the warehouse receiving section. Ensure efficient Material reception
Use Company Tools, UNISUP as required for operations or defined periodically by the hierarchy
To ensure that delivery documents are dispatched promptly for data updates and PO file closures
Supervise and take reports of activities of our marine cargo surveyors for insurance purposes
Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with our HSE policy
Oversee the activities of our Marine cargo surveyors for Marine insurance purposes.
Liaise with Port operators for Company Interests, and Head of Yards for of stacking provisions management
Liaise with Onne Base Logistics, warehouse for efficient operations and cargo reception/deliveries
Participate in shipping contracts, procedures and policy formulation.
Negotiate and handle settlements for Material damages arising from operations in relations with Insurance
Maintain company wide accessible shipping database, prepare weekly reports.
Maintain operational files and records by shipping transactions. And make entries on any Company approved software.
Perform any other tasks as assigned to him by his hierarchy
Job requirements
A degree in any Management or Social Sciences with at least three years experience in international trade / shipping in similar activities Must also be very analytical with ability to propose innovative and workable alternatives or solutions.
Locals only 

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Brunel jobs in Nigeria(Shutdown Co-ordinator)

Brunel Energy provides specialist personnel to the international oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation and construction industries. Our clients are predominantly major operating companies and international engineering or construction companies. Through a network of 35 offices in 5 continents (Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia) we currently second nearly 4,000 Technical Engineering Specialists to the largest multi-national Oil & Gas Companies and major EPC Contractors, through well established global supply agreements.
Organisation
Our client is the fifth largest publicly-traded integrated international oil and gas company and a world-class chemicals manufacturer. The group operates in more than 130 countries and has 96, 950 employees.
Job description
ACTIVITIES
-Prepare the calls for tender and contracts specific to the shutdown for ECP activities.
-Develop contract scope for shutdown activities, as required.
-Perform clash analyses for the purpose of enhancing safety, improving quality, improving schedule, and reducing cost.
-Develop detailed work packs for assigned area of responsibility utilizing agreed activity norms, work pack guidelines / templates / tools.
-Issue early enough, an integrated planning with manpower requirement for the shutdown.
-Set up the organization using the construction contractors, the necessary team to manage the shutdown.
-Prepare marked up drawings – isometric, P&IDs etc to clearly show the scope of work and the battery limits.
-Liaise with Field operations (Onshore and Offshore) with respect to the assigned ECP shutdown activities, risk assessment and meetings.
-Follow up with workshop fabrication works in conjunction with ECP QA/QC and ensure that all project deliverables are prepared, signed off and easily accessible by the Field Operations team.
-Organise contractors’ equipment for pre-mobilization inspection by liaising with HSE for pre-mobilization inspection activities.
-Organise contractors equipment/materials load out and personnel mobilization early enough to ensure the completion of preparatory works.
-Supervise shutdown preparation and operations.
-Comply with the requirements defined by the Project integrated shutdown steering committee.
-Monitor field execution progress and report progress for the purpose of project monitoring and evaluation.
-Produce the shutdown reports.
-Provide feedback as learning curve for subsequent shutdown activities.
Job requirements
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
•B. Sc. /B. Eng. (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Oil & Gas Engineering.) with 5 - 10 years in FPSO shutdown coordination and management.
•Project Engineering & Management skills with Field Operations knowledge.
•Self starter, disciplined with above effective communication skills.
•Formal qualifications waived in lieu of proven campaign experience.
•Good knowledge of MS Office tools.

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