Radio Planning Associate Manager

Join UsAt Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.Role PurposeCo-ordinate and manage the day to day activities of the Radio planning subgroup and ensuring that targets are met within the defined time frame Come up with initiatives to improve Radio planning workflow Processes with external entities and cost saving initiatives as well Ensuring that all trials are done according to planKey Accountabilities & Decision OwnershipTechnical ManagementThroughout the assigned geographical area, the Senior Supervisor shall have the following responsibilities for both 2G and 3G Radio access networks:Supervise the radio base station rollout activities for his area in a timely manner according to the agreed rollout plan Ensuring regular survey schedule are conducted according to plan Ensure that different types of planning analysis methodologies are carried out by his subordinates to identify problem areas and assess network planning new techniques Guide and supervise the BTS sites design in the area of responsibility to support the Coverage/Capacity/Quality targets. (Macro/Micro/Indoor cells)Be fully aware of the impact and apply the requirements of Egyptian Protocols on BTS design Supervise the dimensioning process to maintain radio network accessibility within the acceptable Grade of Service (2%) without over providing the access layer capacity Be fully aware of and proactively manage the traffic trends in the areas of his/her responsibilitiesSupporting the sales and marketing teams with emergency events and sales coverage issues within specified timescales HR ManagementSupervise a group of Radio planning engineersBuild a solid proactive team with full co-operation and teamwork spirit Keep team members motivated supporting team ideas and activities while being transparent for management Organize activities and distribute tasks within the team Coaching new team members and get them merged within the team Carry required Performance Appraisal for his team membersProvide development plans for his team membersConduct regular meetings with his team and provide on target feedback to them ReportingProvide visibility through regular reports and keep record of all activities in the areas of responsibility Review all his subordinates’ reports before submission to the management Customers’ SatisfactionEnsuring high standard of Quality of service to our subscribers Global Network CoordinationLiaise with VF-Group to ensure the best target architecture is implemented in the networkManage the technical plans in coordination with the global competence centre Environmental / Legal StandardsPerform all previously mentioned duties and tasks in compliance with the environmental standards, legal requirements governing his/her area Be fully acquainted with the following:Vodafone Environmental Management System (EMS) policy and related documentation Significant impacts related to his job and his role and responsibility to control it Potential consequences of not following related EMS documentation Communication / InterfacesInterface with different departments within the CompanyAttend relevant meetings with senior managementCore Competencies, Knowledge, And ExperienceEducation: B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering Communication section from a reputable universityWork Experience: A minimum of 7 years working experience, preferably in RAN planning PC Knowledge: Experience of MS Office (Excel, WinWord and Power Point). Familiarity with MS Access is preferred. Technical skills: Good knowledge of radio propagation theories should be fully aware of radio planning tools and techniques in addition to knowledge of radio network planning roadmap and capacity features used in network planning Personal skills: Managerial skills, Good command of English language, Ability to work independently and under pressure. A Supervisor with strong yet diplomatic personality, analytical and creative thinking. Well organized, co-operative and able to meet changing work conditions and peak workloads Putting customer first Is responsiveCommunicates clearly Takes personal responsibilityPerforming through our people Gets the right resources and manages teamCommunicates to support team effectiveness and keeps people informed Cooperates and speaks positively about the team and promote team effectiveness Delegates challenging work and encourages othersWorks to build commitmentUnderstands emotion and verbal contentDirects people, sets limits and sticks to performance standards and takes actions to address performance when necessaryDelivering ResultsWants to do job well and creates own measures of excellenceHelps others to concentrate on priorities and improves performanceReacts to short-term opportunitiesTakes account of financial impact of actions Is sensitive in a time-sensitive situation Managing a changing environmentAccepts the need for flexibility and applies rules flexiblyTakes a long-term perspectiveIdentifies problem and sees basic relationships and patterns Making a personal differenceActs confidently within job role Willing to learn and take action to improve him/her selfActs according to basic values and openness and honesty Communicating for ImpactStates intention and takes action to persuade directlyUnderstands formal and informal structuresWho We AreWe are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.Together we can.