Techincal Project Manager - Telecommunications Job at IROKO Partners Nigeria

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Job Title: Techincal Project Manager (Telecommunications)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employer: IROKO Partners Limited

Job Description: Leading multi-channel content provider of digital entertainment services is seeking an EXCEPTIONAL operations manager to manage a number of mobile development projects within the IT Department.

We are currently working with a number of Nigerian GSM operators, media organizations, and advertising agencies in order to develop innovative marketing, entertainment, business and communication solutions.

Job Description:

Our preferred candidate has 1-3 years' employment experience within the telecommunications industry, aworking knowledge and understanding of RBT (Ring Back Tone) or VAS (Value Added Service)and proven project management experience in the delivery of Telecommunication solutions.

You will be supported by technical staff in the I.T. department (I.T engineers, web developers, software developers, mobile/web content administrator, network administrator etc) as well as other staff.

Responsibilities:

•   Create and maintain an information technology project plan that communicates tasks, milestone dates, and status and resource allocation.

•   Tracks project issues and develop action plans until resolution

•   Interface and work with telecommunication and other vendors as required on project requirements

•   Consolidate, disseminate, and communicate project information and provide status updates to project team members and Management

•   Lead project teams through the entire life cycle of the project, Coordinating interaction with all functional groups, internal team and clients.

•   Manage relationship with all mobile network operators

•   Define strategy for and develop, execute and manage new product and project plans for the business unit

•   Lead and direct forward thinking support team

Qualifications and Requirements:

•   Working Knowledge of RBT (Ring Back Tone) or VAS (Value Added Service) essential

•   2-3 years & above of relevant industry, and project management experience in wireless and/or wireline telecom networks such as 2G/3G, etc essential

•   Proven knowledge of latest technologies and trends in Telecommunications industry.

•   Displays proficiencies in Project Management methodologies, including Project Definition, Planning, Execution, and Control phases of Customer/Vendor engagements.

•   Exhibits strong leadership qualities, communication skills, and critical thinking in bringing successful resolution to complex issues/challenges.

•   Experience in strategic and tactical planning and people management. Experience in establishing solid working relationships with customers.

•   Solid conceptual skills to understand technical products and solutions

•   Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of a telecommunication operator – network and IT engineers to Senior Business executives. This involves regular communication during the project delivery phase using status reports, attending meetings, keeping stakeholders updated, etc.

•   A University degree in any field but with proven experience and knowledge in BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES.

•   An excellent team player

•   Must be sociable and reliable

Our ideal candidates should have proven skills in the following areas:

•   Business development

•   Successful Business planner

•   Market Survey professional

•   Product development

•   Project management abilities

•   Sales target actualization

•   Marketing expert

•   Value added services expert

•   Budgeting analyst/expert in any other areas related to business planning/management for winning competitive advantage

Desired Skills & Experience:

Working Knowledge of RBT (Ring Back Tone) or VAS (Value Added Service) essential

•   2-3 years & above of relevant industry, and project management experience in wireless and/or wireline telecom networks such as 2G/3G, etc essential

•   Proven knowledge of latest technologies and trends in Telecommunications industry.

•   Displays proficiencies in Project Management methodologies, including Project Definition, Planning, Execution, and Control phases of Customer/Vendor engagements.

•   Exhibits strong leadership qualities, communication skills, and critical thinking in bringing successful resolution to complex issues/challenges.

•   Experience in strategic and tactical planning and people management. Experience in establishing solid working relationships with customers.

•   Solid conceptual skills to understand technical products and solutions

Additional Information

Type: Full-time

Experience: Mid-Senior level

Functions: Information Technology

Industries: Online Media

Job ID: 5730326

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