Overview

HR-EX Consulting partners with small businesses looking for affordable HR professional advisory and services. In practice, we operate as an outsourced HR department and provide professional HR services for small businesses for a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time staff.

Job Position: Group Lead – Technical and Networks in Telecommunications

Job Location: Lagos

Job Description

  • This role will be responsible for overseeing and managing the technical operations and network infrastructure of a telecom company. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the company’s telecommunications networks and systems.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Develop and execute strategies for network infrastructure design, deployment, and maintenance.
  2. Oversee planning, installation, configuration, and optimization of network equipment.
  3. Ensure network availability, scalability, and reliability to meet customer demands.
  4. Implement network monitoring and management tools for issue resolution.
  5. Conduct regular capacity planning and collaborate on network architecture definition.
  6. Continuously optimize network performance, quality of service, and efficiency.
  7. Evaluate and select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage relationships.
  8. Implement robust security measures and stay updated on threats and standards.
  9. Establish disaster recovery plans and conduct audits and assessments.
  10. Ensure network security and resilience.
  11. Monitor industry trends, evaluate new technologies, and drive implementation.
  12. Enhance network capabilities and customer experience.
  13. Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  14. Lead and manage technical experts in network operations, engineering, and support.
  15. Set objectives, provide guidance, evaluate performance.
  16. Foster a positive work environment and promote professional growth.
  17. Collaborate with other departments to align technical strategies with business goals.
  18. Engage with key stakeholders to communicate network plans and initiatives.
  19. Represent the company in industry forums to enhance reputation and influence.

Job Requirements

  1. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  2. Proven experience in senior-level technical and network management roles within the telecommunications industry.
  3. In-depth knowledge of telecommunications networks, protocols, technologies, and standards.
  4. Strong understanding of network security principles, best practices, and compliance requirements.
  5. Demonstrated experience in network planning, optimization, and capacity management.
  6. Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends in telecommunications, such as 5G, cloud computing, and virtualization.
  7. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  8. Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  9. Proven track record in leading and managing technical teams, including remote and cross-functional teams.
  10. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  11. Ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  12. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and industry standards in the telecommunications sector.
  13. Familiarity with budgeting, cost control, and financial management principles.
  14. Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
  15. Professional certifications in telecommunications or network-related disciplines (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, PMP) are desirable.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: charity@hrexng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.