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Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Telecomms Company recruiting, Head Spectrum Coord& Sat Management, Snr mgr, Specctrum Planning

Vacancies: Head Spectrum Coordination and Satellite Management, Senior Manager, Spectrum Planning

Our client is a Major Player in the Telecommunications Industry in Nigeria. As a result of its continued efforts to improve services to its customers and make significant difference in the telecommunications space in the country, it now seeks experienced professionals to provide leadership and direction in some functional areas.

Position:  Head Spectrum Coordination and Satellite Management:

(Ref: SPT-003)





The primary focus of this role is to assist in managing frequency coordination and regulation of Satellite services. The role reports to the Head, Spectrum Planning.



Key Accountabilities

    Manage all frequency coordination both terrestrial and satellite,
    Pilot the development and implementation of policies, regulations and guidelines on satellite management and filing. Ensure periodic reviews of the policies and guidelines to keep pace with global developments.
    Develop coordination guidelines and criteria for sharing radio communication services in the terrestrial and space services
    Make input to the development of local standards and adaptation of international standards for satellite services
    Drive National and International coordination, coordination of use of ratio frequencies both terrestrial and space, including microwave
    Coordination radio links coordination. Ensure proper management of satellite filling processes, satellite earth and space station licensing, registration and documentation,
    Benchmark international procedures and techniques for detecting, analyzing and resolving satellite interference issues and develop national variants as appropriate
    Contribute to the development of technical requirements to ensure efficient use of satellite spectrum (equipment specifications, transmission parameters, frequency planning, etc)
    Participate in ITU study groups on space services and frequency coordination
    Ensure the communication of relevant information pertaining to satellite to various stakeholders including database unit.
    Ensure the preparation of periodic report of spectrum coordination and satellite related activities
    Participate in the conduct of technical studies to assess the impact of new technologies on telecoms spectrum management policies
    Champion development of collaboration between the academia, industry and the organization on research programs towards resolving satellite communication problems and ensure that relevant radio communications recommendations and reports are produced





Skills and Competencies

    Deep knowledge of best practices in Satellite Regulation and Operations Good knowledge of microwave link planning and deployment with use of relevant software
    Good understanding of satellite filing, administration and notification Good understanding of frequency coordination techniques Good understanding of Radio Frequency Engineering, Spectrum management, Planning and, Licensing, Coordination and Monitoring
    Good understanding of the ITU Radio Regulation and knowledge of the workings of the ITU, particularly the Radio Communication Sector ITU-R
    Good knowledge of data management systems, data sourcing and researching
    Excellent communication, writing and reporting skills with strong spirit of team work and initiative
    Knowledge of the use of CIS will be an added advantage,
    Result oriented, analytical thinking ability with creativity, resilience, honesty, leadership, and responsiveness







Education and Experience

    Good first degree in Electronics/Telecommunications Engineering or related field. Possession of higher degree in related discipline will be an advantage
    Registerable with COREN
    Membership of any relevant professional organization will be an advantage.
    Minimum of 12 years cumulative work experience in the telecommunication industry, at least 5 of which must be at management level in similar function









Position: Senior Manager, Spectrum Planning (Ref: SPT-004)

The primary focus of this role is to assist in the development and implementation of plans and work programs for effective planning of spectrum and providing real-time information to aid management decision making process. The role reports to the Head, Spectrum Planning.





Key Accountabilities

    Participate in liaising with the National Frequency Management Council
    (NJFMC) in defining national spectrum plans, allocation and administration of spectrum in Nigeria
    Participate in the planning and regulation of the use of frequencies for telecommunication purposes
    Develop local standards and adapt international standards for spectrum use in the Nigerian telecoms industry
    Supervise the development and issuance of Spectrum Licensing Specific Conditions to and for use by the Operators
    Assist in the review of frequency plans and develop proper channelization of telecoms frequencies as appropriate
    Participate in the development and review of radio equipment specifications, standards, transmission parameters, etc and defining other technical considerations required to govern and ensure efficient use of spectrum in Nigeria
    Assist in the periodic review of the radio frequency allocation and usage plans and the development of frequency allocation table and spectrum charts
    Review of periodic reports on the spectrum planning unit and make representation to the Head, Spectrum Planning
    Develop the equipment standards and specifications and review equipment certifications in line with the defined and approved standards
    Participate in technical study on impact of new technologies on telecoms spectrum and licensing policies and conduct research into spectrum planning and optimum utilization of spectrum frequencies







Skills and Competencies

    Good understanding of Radio Frequency Engineering, Radio frequency based Access and Transmission technologies and applications
    Good understanding of the ITU Radio Regulation and knowledge of the workings of the ITU, particularly the Radio Communication Sector ITU-R
    Good knowledge of data management systems, data sourcing and researching
    Good communication, writing and reporting skills with strong spirit of team work and initiative
    Result oriented, analytical thinking ability with creativity, honesty, leadership, and responsiveness



Education and Experience

    Good first degree in Eiectro0ics/Telecommunications Engineering or related field, Possession of higher degree in related discipline will be an advantage
    Registerable with COREN
    Membership of any relevant professional organization will be an advantage.
    Minimum of 10 years cumulative work experience in the telecommunication industry, at least 2 of which must be at management level in similar function





Method of Application:

If you meet the requirements above, please forward your cover letter and resume electronically to clientrecruit@ng.pwc.com quoting the reference code at the top right-hand corner. In addition, the subject of your email should be the reference code and job title.  Hard copy applications should only be sent to PricewaterhouseCoopers, 5th Floor Katsina House, Plot 78 Ralph Sodeinde Street, Central Business District, Abuja.



Application closes 2nd August, 2011.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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