Position: Unit Head - Core Network
No. of Openings: 1

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Evolve the core network to the latest technology in the industry and build the best in class and resilient core network to be in line with technology leadership strategy
• Enhance the network capacity with proper planning, designing and developing the core architecture that best suits the business requirements.
• Formulate business continuity plan for core network and ensure proper execution of the plan
• Build processes and guidelines that comply with company policies and values for smooth implementation of plans
• Direct and guide the team for proper implementation of operation and maintenance tasks.
• Analyze interconnection KPI and initiate meetings with partners to improve the interconnection services and modernize the legacy connectivity.
• Initiate discussion with commercials for capacity enhancement.
• Ensure regulatory guidelines are complied with when establishing interconnections with the partners.
• Explore and plan for new roaming solutions that enhance the customer experience and quality roaming services
• Ensure network availability and stability through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting
• Lead the resolution of high severity network incidents and service degradation.
• Develop and manage the core network budget for CAPEX and OPEX
• Optimize cost efficiency while maintaining service quality and performance
• Execute performance management process including target setting, follow up, evaluation, and development plans for employees
• Develop RFP, identify technically competent vendors and coordinate with procurement
• Ensure service delivery as per agreement and initiate regular meetings with vendors for service improvements

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with 8 years of relevant experience OR Master’s Degree / Professional Degree with 6 years of relevant experience
• Preference will be given for managerial experience
• Over 5 years of experience in managing packet and circuit core networks and associated systems.

Profile

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage critical network incidents.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highlights the longer-term implications of issues or situations that facilitate planning for the unit or function.
• Creates new solutions to resolve problems or issues in novel ways.
• Proactively seeks to optimize the financial or business impact of initiatives.
• Stay updated with business developments and take steps to align work towards the business changes.
• Takes personal responsibility for correcting customer problems - corrects problems promptly and un-defensively.
• Able to establish and gain commitment from various parties to achieve one's team objectives.
• Strives to create exceptional performance for the team.
• Encourages teamwork and bonding within and outside team without compromising delivery of exceptional results.

Duty Station:
Kathmandu but can be placed anywhere in Nepal as per business needs or future requirements

What we offer:
International Working Environment, Robust Performance Management Process, Internal Opportunities, Ncell Academy Trainings, Work – Life Balance, Flexible Working Practices, Competitive Compensation, Festive Allowance, Social Security Fund, Leave Travel Allowance, Medical Insurance, Communication Facilities, etc.