Job Purpose

To Develop the technical department Network Strategies on below domains\: - Radio Access Network Planning (2G,3G,4G) - Radio Access Capacity Planning (2G,3G,4G) - Radio Access Optimization (2G,3G,4G) - Radio Access features and functionality. - Site Solutions and Network Architecture (2G, 3G, 4G). - BSS/RNC Capacity Planning and Topographical design. (2G,3G) - IP RAN Planning and architect. (3G, 4G) - E2E Customer experience Monitoring and Performance. (2G, 3G, 4G) - BSS Network Operation (2G, 3G, 4G) - Introduction of new Technologies and Network Evolution (4G, 4G , 5G) - Network Telecom Deployment - Telecom Services - Managed Services To contribute in the formulation of a 3-5 years comprehensive technical Strategy in alignment with corporate strategy, vendors’ roadmaps, IT, commercial and financial plans having the vision and long-term perspective that gives the organization direction. To compute the investments and decision support tools, studies and business cases related to business transformational moves on the technology, spectrum and licensing levels. To explore the new business opportunities and technology trends in the market, in alignment with the corporate directions, vendor roadmaps, market competition and regulatory environment to build a sustainable competitive advantage for Etisalat network. To drive the transformation of technical strategy into Evolution Action Plans, Milestones and Tactic KPIs in alignment with the operating teams and set up the End-to-End Network Architecture Roadmap to implement the approved strategies within and budget restrictions. Manage the Technical team & CTO external Communication for Etisalat Executive Committee, Board, Regulatory and Etisalat group.

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Strategy Formulation\: Formulate 3-5 Network inclusive Strategies based on Vendors roadmap, corporate strategy inputs, regulatory landscape and current technical standpoint. Develop Technical sub-strategies for\: Radio Access Network Planning o Spectrum Strategy and Spectrum Allocation roadmap. o Future proof Antenna strategy. o Strategic assessment of new technology deployments (Spectrum, Features and Services) o New technologies sites selection criteria and 5-years deployment roadmap. o Active/Passive Sites sharing strategies. o National Roaming agreements. RAN Site solution & Network Architect o Strategic Adoption of new network elements and site solutions to ensure consistency with future Strategy. o Strategy formulation of the RAN architecture topology. o RAN nodes & New hardware roadmap per Vendor (Ericsson, Huawei, ZTE) RF Optimization & Skill center Operation o Assessing foremost features for valuing Strategic gains (Spectrum sharing, Son) o Work with vendors and third parties to create new value streams to serve the strategic objectives. Align with Finance and Commercial departments various initiatives and plans to optimize network Strategy formulation process and technology & services. Coordinate with different consulting firms’ studies and researches to improve network cost model plus reducing the total cost of ownership for different products and services. Ensure full synergy with Etisalat Group by Collaboration on the agreed initiatives and apply the most relevant to Etisalat Misr. Study and assess frequently the regular updates of the vendors’ roadmaps. Manage committees to plan and execute the strategic projects across the Technical department. Support commercial teams to Develop new Network Capabilities on the short term to contribute in generating new revenues streams to the organization. Manage & guide the Researchers, influence vendors and internal development teams to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. External Communication \: Consolidate & Asses the technical team reviews and Communication with the CEO Office Consolidate & Asses technical team Communications with Etisalat group and regulatory environment. Develop technical press releases in coordination with the Marketing Communication team Collaborate and communicate with cross-functional departments and Etisalat group on various strategic and operational issues Investment management\: Establish technical investments plans and business cases matching the targeted ROI for\: Radio Access Network Planning/Optimization o Introduction of new technologies (4G, 4G , 5G) o Attainment of New resources (spectrum, new licenses, managed services, Fixed communication) o Capacity planning features & hardware investment decision. o Quantification of new sites roll out plan per technology (3G, U900, 4G) RAN Site solution & Network Architect o Network nodes (RNCs, BSCs ..etc) & New hardware (BBUs/RRUs ..etc) investment decision per vendor. Develop Dynamic Yearly investment Roadmap for (RF Planning, RF Optimization, site solution, BSS operation, managed services, Customer experience, Skill center , Deployment, etc…) domains based on Dynamic Technical strategy directions. Support in Budget governance for (RF Planning, RF Optimization, site solution, BSS operation, managed services, Customer experience, Skill center , Deployment, etc …) to ensure that budget matching technical strategy and Roadmap. Business incentives and running mutual business cases with the NTRA to support the introduction of new technologies Network Evolution\: Design and plan the end to end network architecture that allows a better adaptation for Etisalat corporate strategy, value based operations, Network dynamics and catering for new Technologies Control the resources that Contributes technical Committees (e.g. LTE committee, network management Committee) Evaluation of new network elements and solutions to ensure consistency with Network evolution Strategy. Review High-level Plans made by domain experts in business, application and technology domains. Cascade the complete technology strategy into individual evolution plan & roadmap and tactical KPIs In alignment with technical operating teams. Set the action plans in accordance to the Evolution plan & roadmap to implement the approved strategies with alignment of planning teams. Consolidate with the different technical segments to setup the coming planning considering the developed strategies and budget restrictions. Issue and update the regular reports briefing the Network Database update (i.e.\: Network Bank) in order to keep upper management updated and raise flag for any issue that may disturb the running network plans. Regular Audit and Validation for the Technical Network architecture and performing an impact analysis. Business Strategy \: Align the technical strategy with the corporate vision, mission and business objectives. Assess the commercial inputs to build the 3-5 years technical business plan. Align with different commercial segments to setup new service designs considering future customer demands and different behavior trends. Analyze and communicate network capabilities and industry trends to guide the strategic commercial plans. Scan the Market and Technology Trends, define and assess new Business Opportunities to build a sustainable competitive advantage for all vendors in all domains. Conducting advanced market research to know the latest Market insights and technology updates through; different subscriptions and vendors meeting. Work with group entities to share experience, knowledge and fulfill the potential business opportunities. Assess Technology Roadmap in alignment with corporate strategy, vendors’ roadmaps, IT, commercial and financial plans. Lead spotlight meetings with different technical department section heads to grant approval and buy in for the new proposed business opportunities Strategy Actualization & Control \: Plan and optimize a complete Network Model that promotes efficient OpEx & CapEx and considering all network architecture elements, the new business needs and targeted revenues. Support in end-to-end cost optimization procedures to ensure minimal realized cost Develop, review and validate all newly proposed business cases, by technical departments, upon the targeted ROI and OpEx & CapEx reduction. Support in managing and reporting the current Network risks to the top management and develop the corresponding risk mitigation plans. Support in delivering the required inputs to the management to support their decision in Investments and New projects. Strategic Trials, POCs & New Features Assessment \: Implement E2E along with concerned Technical Planning Teams the recommended Strategic trials; proof of concept tests and new technologies evolution that serve company strategic directions in short and mid-term plan. Full analysis and evaluation for the Trial results, propose the implementation tactics with planning team to ensure Network Readiness and new technologies launch in the market. Deliver Data analytics insights to direct Technical sub-departments towards profitable investment and smart spending. Evaluate new Radio Access features for assuring the top notch technologies in our network