Positions for Experts in International Voice, Data and Broadband Services have been announced by Globacom, Nigeria’s Second National Operator. Globacom needs to beef its staff strength to meets its fast expanding business operations. Only this year Globacom launched the Glo1 submarine cable and has started offering commercial services. In view of the nature of its operations it is continually recruiting manpower to improve services, provide support and enhance competitiveness. Globacom stated in the announcement that the vacancies have arisen as a result of expansion in its different areas of operations – Glo1 and Glo Gateway.
Nigeria’s telecom sector has experienced tremendous change over the years. Quality issues in human capital capacity and service are some of the challenges experienced in the industry. Operators have had to deal with the challenges while at the same time reaping the benefits of one of the world’s fastest growing telecom markets. The announcement in fact specifically mentions continuous expansion in Africa.
Here is information on requirements for Positions for Experts in International Voice, Data and Broadband Services in Globacom Limited:
General Qualifications:
* Relevant university degree are required for all positions
* For the technical positions, a degree in Electrical/Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering is preferred, while for non-technical positions a degree in Economics, Marketing or Business-related discipline is Preferred.
* Relevant post graduate or professional qualification will be an added advantage
APPLICATION AND CONTENT SERVICES MANAGER
Ref: ACSM
Experience
- 7 – 10 years experience in a leading telecom/ISP company with at least 5 years in content development
Responsibilities
- Identify high bandwidth consuming applications for development in the Nigerian and other West African markets.
- Design, develop and rollout application & content product architecture, service delivery model and IT billing support.
WIFI NETWORK SPECIALIST
Ref: SWIFI
Experience
- 7 – 10 years experience in a leading telecoms/ISP company with the last 3 years as a Wi-Fi Network Specialist.
- Strong relevant technical competences in Wi-Fi domain.
- Must have experience in setting up Wi-Fi networks or Wi-Fi Hot Spots
SOLUTION ARCHITECT WIFI
Ref: SAWIFI
Experience
- 5 – 9 years experience in a leading telecoms/ISP company with the last3 years in setting up a Wi-Fi Network.
- Strong relevant technical competencies in a Wi-Fi domain.
- Strong retail & franchise management skills and experience will be an added advantage.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT EXECUTIVE/MANAGER
Ref: TSE/M
Experience
- 3 – 8 years data solution building and high level experience in techno-commercial proposals and designing connectivity solutions for customers.
- Additional certifications from Cisco/Nortel/Avaya and Microsoft will be a key advantage.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Ref: PC
Experience
- 7 – 10 years experience in Program Management in a leading telecoms/ISP company.
- Additional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and/or certifications from Cisco/Nortel/Avaya and Microsoft will be a key advantage.
Method of Application
1. Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy) with a passport photograph if possible to: [email protected]
2. Please note that failure to quote your Reference Number will make your application invalid.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
All application closes 11 January 2011

Globacom Limited is Nigeria’s Second National Operator in GSM, Fixed, Broadband and Gateway with operations in Republic of Benin and Ghana. It’s subsidiary, Glo 1 has launched 9,800 kilometers of submarine cable from Bude in the UK to Lagos, Nigeria with branches into 14 West African Countries like Senegal,
Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana etc. It is also set to launch the commercial services of Glo 1 submarine cable, which will revolutionise the data services in and out of West African Countries to the rest of the world. Suitably qualified candidates are required for the following positions:

These positions attract internationally competitive remuneration packages

PLANNING AND PROVISIONNING ENGINEERS  Ref: PPE
Qualification:
Minimum of Bachelor’ degree in Engineering or other relevant discipline

Experience/Skills
DWDM/TDM/IP/MPLS/Ethernet technologies
7 years experience in planning and implementing domestic and international circuit
Preferably, working experience with an international carrier

Responsibilities:
Plan the capacity of DWDM/IP Backbon Network to maintain smooth workflow
Apply provisionning for new network elements to make sure they work properly
Introduce new services /technologies to the network to help improve the quality of services
Ensure that the integrity of the new network is planned, built, audited and maintained in the most efficient and effecient and effective manner
Build and test the circuit as specified by the sales team, adhering to the stringent SLA based timelines
End to end planning provisioning, testing and handover of circuit for customers and capturing of entire details of processes involved in service delivery.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph, if possible (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy in the subject of e-mail) within 14 days of this publication to

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Globacom Limited is Nigeria’s Second National Operator in GSM, Fixed, Broadband and Gateway with operations in Republic of Benin and Ghana. It’s subsidiary, Glo 1 has launched 9,800 kilometers of submarine cable from Bude in the UK to Lagos, Nigeria with branches into 14 West
African Countries like Senegal, Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana etc. It is also set to launch the commercial services of Glo 1 submarine cable, which will revolutionise the data services in and out of West African Countries to the rest of the world. Suitably qualified candidates are required for the following positions:

These positions attract internationally competitive remuneration packages

OPERATIONS AND FIELD MAINTENANCE ENGINEERS  Ref: OFME
Qualification:
Minimum of Bachelor’ degree in Engineering or other relevant discipline

Experience/Skills
7 years experience in operations and maintenance in a data telecommunication company
Knowledge of carrier-class networking architecture, including the following technologies: DWDM, SDH, IP/MPLS/Ethernet
Knowledge of testing tools like eth tester, SDH analyzer, Optical Spectrum Analyzer.

Responsibilities:
Operations and Maintenance of SDH, DWDM, IP equipment, including Alcatel-Lucent, Huawei.
Testing, commissioning and fault isolation of circuits at various transmission rates.
Close interatcion and coordination with domestic and international segment providers(SPs).
Monitor or trouble shoot end equipments and intermediary equipments involved in circuit build up.
Provide periodic updates on network maintenance and service levels.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph, if possible (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy in the subject of e-mail) within 14 days of this publication to

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Globacom Limited is Nigeria’s Second National Operator in GSM, Fixed, Broadband and Gateway with operations in Republic of Benin and Ghana. It’s subsidiary, Glo 1 has launched 9,800 kilometers of submarine cable from Bude in the UK to Lagos, Nigeria with branches into 14 West African Countries like Senegal,
Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana etc. It is also set to launch the commercial services of Glo 1 submarine cable, which will revolutionise the data services in and out of West African Countries to the rest of the world. Suitably qualified candidates are required for the following positions:

These positions attract internationally competitive remuneration packages

NOC ENGINEERS Ref: NOCE

Qualification:
Minimum of Bachelor’ degree in Engineering or other relevant discipline

Experience/Skills
7 years experience in telecoms network operations management
Knowledge of SDH, DWDM, IP equipment operation and alarm handling
Familiar with operation Support System(OSS)/Busineee Support System(BSS)

Responsibilities:
SLA management/trouble ticketing/quality reports
Developing the SLA as per the inputs recieved from the Operations Team
Developing the monitoring of equipment matrices for SLA Performance Fault isolation and monitoring of equipment through NMS(Network Mnagement System)
Monitor the network 24/7 and facilitate correction of carrier misalignment problems
Provide technical reactive/proactive service to customers reporting fault, working within committed SLAs.
Ensure clear records of work carried out are maintained

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph, if possible (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy in the subject of e-mail) within 14 days of this publication to

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Globacom Limited is Nigeria’s Second National Operator in GSM, Fixed, Broadband and Gateway with operations in Republic of Benin and Ghana. It’s subsidiary, Glo 1 has launched 9,800 kilometers of submarine cable from Bude in the UK to Lagos, Nigeria with branches into 14 West
African Countries like Senegal, Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana etc. It is also set to launch the commercial services of Glo 1 submarine cable, which will revolutionise the data services in and out of West African Countries to the rest of the world. Suitably qualified candidates are required for the following positions:

These positions attract internationally competitive remuneration packages

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS Ref: PDM
Min. of 5-8 years in telecom market
Possesses a broad knowledge of the DWDM/IP/MPLS, GMPLS, Experience with Data/Call Centres highly appreciated

Responsibilities:
Represent the continuum from product conception to product launch and product support
Explore potential opportunities in the marketplace to ultimately sell the product
Develop specific GLO 1 marketing plans and activities to establish, enhance or distinguish product placement within the competitive arena.
Develop business plans and product positioning in the marketplace.
Oversea market research,monitor competitive activity and identify customer needs.
Establish pricing strategies.
Interface with technical and sales to develop new products or enhance existing ones.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph, if possible (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy in the subject of e-mail) within 14 days of this publication to

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Globacom Limited is Nigeria’s Second National Operator in GSM, Fixed, Broadband and Gateway with operations in Republic of Benin and Ghana. It’s subsidiary, Glo 1 has launched 9,800 kilometers of submarine cable from Bude in the UK to Lagos, Nigeria with branches into 14 West African Countries like Senegal, Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana etc. It is also set to launch the commercial
services of Glo 1 submarine cable, which will revolutionize the data services in and out of West African Countries to the rest of the world. Suitably qualified candidates are required for the following positions:

These positions attract internationally competitive remuneration packages

SALES EXECUTIVES    Ref: SE
General Requirements:
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or other relevant discipline
Masters in Business Administration or other post graduate qualification will be an added advantage
Proven experience in Enterprise Account Management
Experience in handling applications like Video Conferencing, Telemedicine, ERP Solutions will be an advantage
Minimum of 3years selling experience in products like Internet Bandwidth, IPLCs, Global VPNs and similar data products

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph, if possible (quoting the relevant references for the vacancy in the subject of e-mail) within 14 days of this publication to

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.