Jobs at MTN Uganda - VAS Solutions Engineer

Job Title: VAS Solutions Engineer II

MTN-Uganda is the leading telecommunications Company in Uganda, providing payphone, fixed lines, fax/data, internet and mobile services. MTN is an equal opportunity employer and is currently expanding and is seeking to recruit competent individuals to fill the following vacant Position of VAS Solutions Engineer II

The positions report to the Principal Vas Solutions Engineer – Planning

Main Purpose of the Job

To plan for and ensure optimum performance of all VAS platforms/systems.

Prime responsibilities of the positions:

    Contribute to CAPEX budget planning for the VAS and ensure project scoping before handover to capital projects department for implementation.
    Ensure best practice planning of all VAS to ensure customer centricity targets.
    Research, plan, develop and deploy new/improved solutions.
    Plan, coordinate and manage the implementation of marketing-Initiated Projects.
    Ensure effective business risk management in all activities.
    Ensure that all plans and solutions are documented well for future reference.
    Provide timely recommendations to ensure effective capacity planning for all VAS systems.
    Accurate and regular performance reporting to the various stakeholders.
    Champion automation and efficiency within the department.
    Ensure that all VAS requirements are gathered and supported by the MTN Network.
    Ensure resilience and redundancy within the VAS delivery platforms.

The applicant must possess the following;

    Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics/ Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering.
    Two years in telecommunications planning or operations.
    Experience in project management.
    One Year of UNIX shell scripting/programming and database administration.

Other attributes

    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent report writing
    Good Analytical and Organizational skills
    Flexible, resilient and self-Directed person.



How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their Job Applications with detailed CVs, certified copies of academic certificates (originals are to be presented at the interview) and names and addresses of three referees addressed to the: Recruitment Officer, MTN- Uganda, P.O Box 24624, Kampala

NB: Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Note: MTN Uganda is an equal opportunity Employer.


Deadline: 27/06/2013