Senior Manager Transport (Transmission) Planning

Etisalat Afghanistan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Etisalat UAE. e& is one of the world's largest telecommunications companies and a leading operator across the Middle East and Africa, with its headquarters in the UAE.

Etisalat Afghanistan is committed to developing the Afghan national workforce as a key organizational priority. As an equal opportunity employer, the company is dedicated to empowering Afghan nationals through capacity building, professional development, and access to training opportunities, ensuring the growth of local talent and expertise.

• Transport Budget planning and capitalization of equipment.
• Participate in tendering and negotiation procedures as required to support the implementation of planned Transmission network upgrade/ enhancement initiatives.
• Responsible for the implementation of a transmission expansion plan that aligns with plans for distribution and integrated resource facilities additions to ensure an adequate, economic, and reliable supply of power.
• Assist in defining constraints in transmission interfaces.
• Assist in evaluating the need for additional training or developmental opportunities for departmental staff.
• Follow up on planning recommendations through deployment and operation to ensure smooth execution of Change Requests.
• Participate in local, sub-regional, and regional transmission committees to report all factors contributing to effective transmission system planning.
• Provide support in planning against required capacity in transmission networks.
• Manage existing operations and implement new operations processes within the organization.
• Keep abreast of new technologies, systems, and developments related to the Core Network.
• Provides professional guidance and support to subordinates in carrying out the assigned functions.
• Maintains productive relationships with vendors, manufacturers, and consultants on all network development issues to ensure the effective utilization and deployment of resources
• Recommends appropriate suppliers to fulfill Etisalat standards for Transport Services Development.
• Compile and presents technical/ operational reports for superiors as required.
• Maintain close interfaces with the Network Quality section.
• Provide support in proposing changes and modifications of procedures to optimize equipment utilization, labor, and resources to achieve higher reliability as well as efficiency.

Additional Responsibilities:
• Fiber Optic Network Planning and design
• Transmission dimensioning for LTE Sites
• TX optimization, optimize the current MW B.B and backhauling
• Ensure all projects are delivered within time, budget, and with strict adherence to quality and safety standards
• To ensure all transmission network events, updates, and risks are communicated to relevant business units within agreed times to all stakeholders.
• Review all planning and implementation guidelines annually to reflect the strategy of the company and the local market.

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience.

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