Manager: RINP

Structural Information

Job number:                     10026633

Job title:                             Manager: RINP

Job grade:                          M5

Group/ BU:                       Openserve

Division:                             Openserve

Span of control:               5-10

Reports to:                        Senior Management

Core Description

Responsible for the effective management of a Regional Integration Network Planning section, which ultimately contributes to an efficient and reliable network. Should conduct analysis and implementation of current and future technology changes, which impact on Openserserve's Communications Network thus ensuring a positive customer experience.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for the management of Regional Integration Network Planning in accordance with the business objectives:
- Compile and maintain aligned NMPs for the Regional Switched Circuit Network (SCNet), ATMNet, Regional Core Transport Network, Distribution Network, Access Network, Non-Voice Network, Energy and Fibre Network, Facilities and International Network
- Develop and drive an operational plan
- Gather requirements from key role players
- Identify targets and goals for environment
- Conduct Network Engineering Audits
- Ensure Network and Facility Optimisation through utilisation monitoring and forecast analysis techniques
- Connecting customers to the network

Manage the performance, productivity, development and wellbeing of own team:
- Effectively manage people
- Provide an appropriate training and development initiatives
- Establish a conducive work environment
- Manage employee health & safety
- Develop a high performance driven team
- Manage the performance, productivity, and wellbeing of own team
- Ensure leadership and performance that is aligned with the Openserve culture and values
- Implement human capital plan and work force planning
Efficient management of functional area:
- Build and maintain efficient relationships with key internal and external stakeholders as well as service providers
- Manage and control of building activities outsourced to contractors and ensure quality checks on infrastructure
- Monitor and mitigate risks activities (including business continuity and operational risk management) within the technology environment
- Support to strategic projects led from Openserve and other parts of Openserve Group
- Manage OPEX and CAPEX budget, expenditure and performance reporting with strict discipline
- Ensure legislator compliance and corporate governance
- Implement and adhere to Openserve policies and procedures
- Drive BBBEE Diversity targets

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Awareness of customer experience; Understanding of Relevant Technology; Awareness of Business Trends; Telecommunications Expertise; Knowledge of Openserve Policies & Procedures; Strong Business Acumen; Financial Management Expertise; Knowledge of Operational System

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Operational Planning; Business Analysis; Engineering Audits; Conceptual Ability; Performance Achievement; Planning; Problem Solving; Project Management; Technical; Diversity Management; Change Management
ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Thought Leadership:
Developing strategies/ Providing insights; Generating ideas; Exploring possibilities; Examining information; Adopting practical approaches
Market Leadership:
Developing expertise; Challenging ideas; Interacting with people; Understanding people; Seizing opportunities; Managing tasks
Business Leadership:
Pursuing goals; Taking action; Upholding standards; Managing tasks; Seizing opportunities
People Leadership:
Making decisions; Empowering individuals; Challenging ideas; Directing people; Convincing people; Interacting with people
Personal Leadership:
Embracing change; Thinking positively; Showing composure; Understanding people; Valuing individuals; Team working; Values Aligned with Openserve Values

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Experience

Additional Information

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Key Stakeholders

• Customers
• Labour
• Suppliers and Service Providers
• Partners
• Internal customers
• External customers