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    Senior Manager: Core Planning - Johannesburg, South Africa - Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

    Isilumko Staffing (JHB)
    Isilumko Staffing (JHB) Johannesburg, South Africa

    2 days ago

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    Description

    Strategy Development:

    Contribute to shaping the Core network strategy and architecture by articulating the future vision for the Core and pinpointing crucial decision points necessary to realise this vision.
    - Conduct research and evaluation of emerging Core technologies, identifying opportunities and addressing concerns arising from technological advancements and trends.
    - 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.

    Planning & Delivery:

    Drive the execution of short-term plans.
    - Proactively maintain capacity and functionality requirements for core network elements, staying ahead of traffic demands.
    - 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.

    Network Optimisation & Performance:

    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.

    Communication and Coordination:

    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 maximize the utilisation of Core developments.
    - Provide comprehensive design documentation for both construction and operational purposes.

    Financial Management:

    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.

    Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Complexity:

    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.

    Educational requirements:

    -Bachelor's Degree or National Technical Diploma with relevant experience. Postgraduate degree advantageous.

    Experience:

    -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.

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