Senior Engineer Infra Operations Execution Management

DU

Key Accountabilities

• Manages low to high risk contracts, including governance, risk, performance and financial operations management.
• Develops contract drafts and procurement documentation, including contract management plans.
• Uses procurement systems to maintain accurate contract records inclusive of contract spend, contractor performance, risk and outcomes.
• Monitors and reports on contract performance against KPIs and requirements, identifying and undertaking corrective action as required.
• Undertakes market research and applies findings to manage and inform contract decisions.
• Validates invoices and reports, and ensures that payment schedules are met.
• Assesses and prepares contract variations and exemption requests, making appropriate decisions based on risk.
• Prepares for and facilitates straightforward contract negotiations.
• Interprets contract requirements, terms and conditions and ensures that all parties understand and deliver on their responsibilities.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Liaises with suppliers and customers to resolve routine contractual issues and escalates more complex issues.
• Reviews and evaluates expiring contracts and uses the results to shape future procurement strategy.
• Applies and advises on processes for exercising extension options, contract expiry and transition management.
• Complies with and applies government and agency disposal procedures. Develops documentation landscaping including contract services management plans & aligns with the organization s goals and legal requirements.

Qualifications, experience and skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication Engineering or related scope field.
• Leadership and management certifications.

Experience:

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a role in Telecom industry, with involvement in Telecom Services Performance.
• understanding of all telecom domains.
• Advanced understanding of contracts, SLAs, KPIs and services execution monitoring & reporting
• Proven hands-on experience in support contracts execution management

Skills

• Proven ability to lead large transformation projects
• Ability to lead teams and groups
• Strong negotiation and facilitation skills
• Proven track record of managing vendors
• Proven track record in governance and financial management
• Strong management skills in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment
• Fluent in English and Arabic is advantage