Fresh Career Opportunities at MTN Nigeria, 16th January, 2019

MTN Nigeria – The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East, our brand is instantly recognisable. It is through our compelling brand that we are able to attract the right talents who we carefully nurture by continuously improving our employment offerings even beyond reward and recognition.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Analyst, Financial Operations – Financial Reporting (Supervisory)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

  • To record all company-wide Financial Operations functions – Fixed Assets, Revenue, Expenditure and General Ledger and support various divisions on financial issues.
  • To maintain commercial relationship with suppliers, government agencies, internal and external customers, inter-connect partners, international roaming partners and value added service providers in line with MTN group policies, accounting standards, regulatory and tax requirement pronouncements
  • Provide operational support for the division including maintaining the budget, Profit and Loss accounts, special programs and contract analysis.
  • Analyse the general Ledger transactions (Capex, Opex and Revenue) and all transactions posted into IFS to ensure proper classification and correction, as well as ageing of all Balance Sheet accounts.
  • Prepare trend analysis of Capex, Opex and revenue transactions, all General Ledger/Sub- ledger Accounts reconciliation, as well as weekly and monthly performance reports.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis to identify specific trends, explain past performance and recommend opportunities for improvement, within the division
  • Provide supporting documents, records and schedules to meet audit and regulatory requirements; and all schedules /reports (including age analysis, assets movement, etc).
  • Implement finance policies as well as guarantee compliance with established internal controls, MTN Processes, Policies and Procedure, IFRS, IAS and GAAP in processing all transactions.
  • Process and post all account payables and receivables; and all month end deliverables within the monthly reporting timelines.
  • Raise and post journal vouchers and other financial transactions in the ERP system, resolve all reconciling items promptly and maintain set departmental filing system.
  • Relate with relevant customers and suppliers.
  • Relate with other divisions and departments on revenue, expenditure and fixed assets related issues.
  • Interaction with marketing division on billing and information systems functions
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • May be required to work extended hours
  • Deal with a lot of paper work.

Experience & Training
Education:

  • Fluent in English
  • First Degree in any discipline, but a finance related degree is desirable.
  • Part qualification in any recognised professional accounting examinations (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, etc) will be an added advantage.

Experience:

  • 3 – 7 years of experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
  • Experience working in a medium  organization
  • Experience in using an ERP system is desirable

Minimum Qualification

  • BSc, BTech, BEd or BA.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Analyst, Financial Operations-General Ledger (Supervisory)

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

  • To record all company-wide Financial Operations functions – Fixed Assets, Revenue, Expenditure and General Ledger and support various divisions on financial issues.
  • To maintain commercial relationship with suppliers, government agencies, internal and external customers, inter-connect partners, international roaming partners and value added service providers in line with MTN group policies, accounting standards, regulatory and tax requirement pronouncements
  • Provide operational support for the division including maintaining the budget, Profit and Loss accounts, special programs and contract analysis.
  • Analyse the general Ledger transactions (Capex, Opex and Revenue) and all transactions posted into IFS to ensure proper classification and correction, as well as ageing of all Balance Sheet accounts.
  • Prepare trend analysis of Capex, Opex and revenue transactions, all General Ledger/Sub- ledger Accounts reconciliation, as well as weekly and monthly performance reports.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis to identify specific trends, explain past performance and recommend opportunities for improvement, within the division
  • Provide supporting documents, records and schedules to meet audit and regulatory requirements; and all schedules /reports (including age analysis, assets movement, etc).
  • Implement finance policies as well as guarantee compliance with established internal controls, MTN Processes, Policies and Procedure, IFRS, IAS and GAAP in processing all transactions.
  • Process and post all account payables and receivables; and all month end deliverables within the monthly reporting timelines.
  • Raise and post journal vouchers and other financial transactions in the ERP system, resolve all reconciling items promptly and maintain set departmental filing system.
  • Relate with relevant customers and suppliers.
  • Relate with other divisions and departments on revenue, expenditure and fixed assets related issues.
  • Interaction with marketing division on billing and information systems functions
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Foster

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • May be required to work extended hours
  • Deal with a lot of paper work.

Experience & Training
Education:

  • Fluent in English
  • First Degree in any discipline, but a finance related degree is desirable.
  • Part qualification in any recognised professional accounting examinations (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, etc) will be an added advantage.

Experience:

  • 3 – 7 years of experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
  • Experience working in a medium  organization
  • Experience in using an ERP system is desirable

Minimum Qualification

  • B.Sc, B.Tech or B.Ed.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Team Lead, Regional Sales & Trade Development

Locations: Sokoto/Zamfara
Employment status: Permanent
Department: Business Development

Job Description

  • To develop and drive the sales and trade strategy and operational activities within the territory and LGA allocated, to ensure return on brand visibility, increased revenue, Subscriber Acquisition, TP investments, profitability and customer satisfaction
  • Exercise judgment in Identifying sales opportunities, networking, resolving incidences as well as maintaining relationships with trade partners, sim registration agents, data trade partners and stakeholders.
  • Integrate quality management procedures to all business processes within the regional sales and trade marketing function and their effective deployment on a day-to-day basis.
  • Cost-effective sales management for all territories:
    • Territory management
    • Contact strategy
    • Trade Activity reports (Merchandising visibility, deployment, Weekly trade visits, stock uptake and depletion)
    • Management and Ops review Briefs
    • Customer satisfaction
    • Develop short term action plan/strategy to assist partners in achieving set target and overcome challenges in their operations. Ensure integrated channel management, supported by appropriate systems such as CRM; use knowledge management to increase the professionalism of account management for allocated strategic accounts.
  • Actively monitor partner sales performance trends for all accounts and ensure operational objectives are accomplished
  • Provide sales performance data and trade analysis to support management decision-making.
  • Supply relevant decision support and information data to ensure that sales performance conform to business’ expectations.
  • Review partner activities and market; analyze and generate insights/plans to assist partners achieve set target.
  • Learn from examples of success in product deployment, sales activities and trade management in one territory and adapt for use with other allocated territories within the same sub-region.

Job Condition:

  • Standard MTNN working conditions.

Requirements, Experience & Training
Education:

  • A degree from a reputable University.

Experience:

  • 4 years working experience including:
    • Must have sales or marketing experience in a fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
    • Account management experience/Key Account Management Training
    • Knowledge of functions & operations of the Telecommunications industry.

Training:

  • Sales Management
  • Project Management
  • Business Development
  • Leadership Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Merchandising Training
  • Customer care
  • Coaching for results

Minimum qualification

  • BA, B.Ed, B.Eng or B.Sc

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Analyst, Solution Design & Integration (Supervisory)

Location: Lagos

Job Description

  • To deliver solutions to meet MTNN business requirements and needs
  • To design & Integrate IT/IS Solutions for MTNN IS customers in adherence to IS architecture and design specifications
  • Proffer improvements to business units and improved operations/ways of work etc.
  • Review functional specifications, acquire a detailed understanding of the testing requirements for a given design, and advise on practicability of proposed architecture /design.
  • Develop designs that support the functional requirements business application projects and include the conceptual, high-level and detailed design specifications for build, implementation and support of these business solution.
  • Manage work flow processes, document weekly reports per functional area and provide input to monitor and execute URS.
  • Monitor application development projects through the individual lifecycles.
  • Ensure integrity of information collected, stored, shared or reported.
  • Document Solution Specification documents & ensure all documentation is captured into the Knowledge Repository
  • Research new materials and methods of development
  • Investigate and undertake analysis on how to improve existing solutions
  • Analyze & identify quick wins on how to deliver business requirements
  • Identify new systems and processes to drive quality, efficiency and save costs
  • Communicate effectively with the clients, colleagues and contractors involved in a project
  • Plan effectively to ensure technical deliveries are ontime.
  • Design and develop solutions for MTNN in adherence to IS architecture and design specifications
  • Review functional specifications, acquire a detailed understanding of the testing requirements for a given design, and advise on practicability of proposed architecture /design.
  • Develop designs that support the functional requirements business application projects and include the conceptual, high-level and detailed design specifications for build, implementation and support of these business solution
  • Manage work flow processes, document weekly reports per functional area
  • Monitor application development projects through vendors
  • Identify and understand business needs
  • Carry out analysis of the customer’s business requirements, as it relates to systems/application design, and traceable to the business requirements.
  • Conduct and coordinate requirements clarification & design sessions to provide feedback and receive input from stakeholders
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • May be required to work extended hours
  • Open plan office

Experience & Training
Education:

  • First Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer/Software/Electrical/ Electronics Engineering and any related discipline
  • Fluent in English

Experience:

  • 3-7 years’ experience which includes:
  • Experience working in a medium size organization
  • Experience in Business Analysis, end to end design for enterprise, CRM and digital products and services
  • Experience in translating user requirement specifications and solution requirement specification into solution designs that is fit for purpose
  • Experience in SDLC & Agile delivery methodologies
  • Experience in software solution architecture and design – Wire-framing, Prototyping
  • Strong knowledge and experience in software solution development and integration- including- Java/ J2EE platform, SOA (REST, WSDL/XSD/XML), enterprise system integrations (B2B),Web design and development.
  • Good Knowledge of telecommunications applications – CRM, Self-care solutions, Apps, Payment solutions etc.

Training:

  • Formal training in system design and integration.
  • Training on functional business processes

Minimum Qualification

  • B.Eng, B.Sc or B.Tech.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Analyst, Customer Analytics (Supervisory)

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

  • To assist in collecting, evaluating, and preparing research and/or other complex statistical data, narrative reports/presentations and recommendations, to have a better understanding of the customers’ needs
  • Develop and utilize data collection instruments and methods for the evaluation and quality control of research or operational data
  • Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize data in preparation for generation of statistical and analytical reports and provide intelligence that supports decision-making
  • Coordinate data requests with respect to pre and post return on investment data extraction, data sample for analytics, and other ad-hoc requirements.
  • Maintain computerized collection and track relevant data and appropriate records of research methods and results.
  • Utilize specified statistical software to analyze and interpret research data, as appropriate to the individual position.
  • Extract qualifying data, based on defined campaigns and according to the approved campaign road map as well as manage and update engine room tools.
  • Provide support to campaign segmentation analyst as required.
  • Contribute and participate in campaign idea generation meetings and cross functional Customer Lifecycle Management meeting as required
  • Perform Customer Lifecycle Management data analysis and requests.
  • Demonstrate broad understanding of Big Data end-to-end ecosystem and dependencies to identify trends in customer dynamics
  • Interface with financial analysts and business units to understand their data requirements and reporting needs
  • Liaise with product management managers to understand the data needed to support and monitor product performance
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • May be required to work extended hours
  • Open plan office

Requirements, Experience & Training
Education:

  • First  degree in any related discipline
  • Fluent in English

Experience:

  • 3-7 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
  • Experience working in a medium  organization
  • Experience and working knowledge of data mining/ analysis using statistical analytical system( SAS), problem solving and reporting/presentation.

Minimum qualification  

  • BA, BEd, BEng, BSc or HND.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: General Manager, Internal Audit and Fraud

Location: Nigeria

Job Description  

  • Accountable for the leadership, governance and management of MTNN’s Internal Audit and Fraud Services function.
  • Provide independent assurance on the internal control environment of MTNN through the implementation of MTN Group Internal Audit and Fraud Risk Management Methodologies, systems, tools and best practices.
  • Drive increase in Shareholder return by ensuring that Processes are aligned to achieve all elements on the business scorecard. (E.g. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
  • Analyse all costs associated to risk non-compliance, maintenance and prevention
  • Ensure risk evaluation, which involves comparing estimated risks with criteria established by the organisation such as costs, legal requirements and environmental factors, and evaluating the organisation’s previous handling of risks
  • At the relevant levels, review complaints, concerns, or questions relative to internal audit and forensic issues and provide consultative leadership and support to MTNN as appropriate.
  • Assist with regional (i.e. outside MTNN) audit and forensic activities where required.
  • Improve MTNN’s Net Promoters Score
  • Lead and/or support specific audits to investigate adherence with policies, procedures, and legal/regulatory requirements to identify and evaluate exposures and to correct defective processes
  • Respond and effectively manage fraud, bribery and misconduct related investigations in line with the Group Fraud Policies and ensure remedial actions and taken regarding recoveries, control remediation and employee sanctioning.
  • Adhere to Group escalation and incident management principles regarding forensic and internal audit findings
  • Provide effective leadership, advice and consult on matters of internal audit & forensics.
  • Lead the effective implementation of an Internal Audit and Fraud Risk Management charter, policy and strategy as informed by the MTN Group Internal Audit and Forensics charter, methodology and systems.
  • Establish a well-staffed and competent Internal Audit & Fraud team to service MTNN’s assurance requirements in consultation with Group Internal Audit and Forensics.
  • Ensure utilisation of the Group mandated GRC tools and systems and source ancillary supplementary tools as approved by Group.
  • Perform special audits on an ad-hoc basis as required by regulators, business line management, the Group or MTNN Audit Committees
  • Evaluate the MTNN’s Risk Management and Governance processes and report to the Group Chief Internal Auditor on the effectiveness of these
  • Implement Group and MTNN’s wide fraud prevention strategies including the formalising a proactive fraud prevention plan in line with guidance provided by the Group function
  • Adhere to the system of management reporting requirements that provides timely and relevant information on all aspects of internal audit and forensics issues to MTNN management and MTNN Audit and Risk Committee and the Group Internal Audit and Forensic function.
  • Complete and timely report, on a quarterly basis the internal audit & Fraud report and recommendations for the Group Internal Audit and Forensic function as well as the Audit and Risk Committee to assess MTNN’s financial controls and general state of the control environment, through adherence to Group Mandated templates and reporting criterion.
  • Ensure the implementation of efficient processes for documenting all audit-related initiatives and activities in line with the guidance provided by the Group function
  • Implement and adhere to the Group Internal Audit and Forensic Quality Assurance Program
  • Implement a learning and development program in line with Group requirements
  • Identify, evaluate and track the development needs and performance of the team, providing opportunities for staff to build on the company’s investment in their training and improve productivity.
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Coach and mentor the team members to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of all related job requirements and accountabilities and leverage human resources career development programs for staff career development.
  • Provide leadership and direction, leading the team to deliver on respective business targets and improve overall performance of the department.
  • Oversee the development and performance of direct reports against key performance indicators
  • Ensure Executive management and line managers achieve clarity around resourcing, succession planning and capability development necessary for the attainment of company goals.
  • Conduct necessary supervision and quality assurance procedures in accordance with MTNN’s Internal Audit policies, procedures and methodology manuals
  • To influence and lead the company in risk management and controls
  • Lead annual performance management activities such as performance planning/target setting, performance monitoring and periodic performance appraisals)
  • Formulate Strategy for board consideration
  • Participate in external forums as MTN Leadership representative.

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • May be required to work extended hours
  • Travel required

Requirements, Experience & Training
Education:

  • First degree in Accounting/Economics/Finance or any other related discipline
  • Chartered Accountant preferred
  • Professional Internal Audit qualification such as CIA and ACFE preferred
  • English, French and Arabic (as advantage)

Experience:

  • Minimum of 12 years’ experience
  • Senior Management/C-suite Experience
  • Minimum 10 years relevant experience in internal audit and forensics
  • Minimum 8 years in telecommunications industry
  • Work across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous
  •  Industry recognition and Technology publication.

Training:

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified Risk Analyst (CRA)
  • Certification in Risk Management
  • Assurance (CRMA)
  • Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
  • Professional Risk Manager (PRM)
  • Certified in Risk and Information
  • Systems Control (CRISC).

Minimum qualification

  • BA, BEd, BSc, BEng, BTech or HND.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Chief Technical Officer

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

  • To optimise network and technology assets through continuous improvement in network design and cost-effective new technologies to support strategic business growth in MTNN in the short, medium and long term.
  • Drive increase in Shareholder return by ensuring that Network Processes are aligned to achieve all elements on the business score card. (E.g. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
  • Champion/Sponsor review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, business optimisation etc), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
  • Champion Contract negotiations to reduce cost and drive MTNN Value Creation Philosophy.
  • Propose budget to provide effective Network services and control and monitor division’s expenditure, in accordance with approved budget and associated rules and procedures.
  • Take the lead and drive the Cultural Operating System and Vital Behaviours required to improve business performance.
  • Serve MTNN’s customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
  • Oversee the research outcomes on customer feedback and make recommendations to Management to improve MTNN’s value offerings and network designs.
  • Improve MTNN’s Net Promoters Score
  • Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on excellent Customer experience (BRIGHT STRATEGY)
  • Deliver business value through partnership with MTNN’s Ecosystem Partners
  • Develop/reform relationships with MTNN’s internal and external customers to transform the MTNN’s revenue.
  • Deliberate ecosystem management to achieve business objectives (value creation), brand value & corporate positioning
  • Oversee the development of frameworks, policies and procedures to guide the company’s technical operations and to enable the division to provide high quality services to customers and attain set goals and objectives of MTNN.
  • Review risk for communication systems and network infrastructure, develop Risk Management Strategy and ensure the deployment of risk mitigating action plans and business continuity of MTNN operations.
  • Monitor, analyse and stay abreast of the offerings and technologies of competitors to ensure that MTNN maintains a competitive edge and operational excellence.
  • Maintain and develop industry knowledge including awareness of emerging companies, products and industry leaders.
  • Oversee the development of various Terms of References and Service Level Agreements between MTNN and telecoms service providers and consultants in line with approved GSM telecommunication framework.
  • Oversee and manage the rollout of MTNN GSM network.
  • Develop a technical service structure capable of sustaining longer term operational requirements including operational availability and quality demands.
  • Continuously review and confirm metrics and measures deployed in the division to support management decision-making.
  • Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
  • Identify, evaluate and track the development needs and performance of staff within the division, providing opportunities for staff to build on the company’s investment in their training and improve productivity.
  • Coach and mentor the Network team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the division, awareness of all related job requirements and accountabilities and leverage human resources career development programs for staff.

Job Condition:

  • Normal MTNN working conditions
  • Local and overseas travels

Requirements, Experience & Training
Education:

  • First degree or equivalent in engineering
  • MBA or Masters in a relevant field is required
  • Fluent in English coupled with French or Arabic will be an advantage.

Experience:

  • Minimum 12 years’ experience including:
    • 5 years leadership experience in engineering Telecoms Operations
    • At least 3 years’ experience in relevant sector/ industry
  • Experience working in a global/multinational enterprise  with a good understanding of emerging markets
  • Experience working across diverse cultures and geographies
  • Proven track record in a start-up, shut-down and/or business improvement project.

Training:

  • Strategic Partnerships

Minimum qualification

  • B.Sc, B.Tech, HND or B.Eng.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Deadline: 24th January, 2019.