Snr. Specialist Spectrum

Role purpose
Responsible for Vodacom Group technology spectrum strategy and supporting implementation of these strategies through short term and long term plans. Responsible for driving Technology support for spectrum execution initiatives such as ITA/Auctions and Partnerships agreements for wide scale network introduction.

Your Responsibilities Will Include
Spectrum modelling (long term forecasting of each markets spectrum requirements according to different scenarios).

Group Spectrum strategy (Using forecast requirements, define and update as required Vodacom Group spectrum strategy specifying opportunities for optimization of existing assets through re-farming and other techniques, and defining roadmap of new spectrum acquisition opportunities and support execution thereof).

Responsible for representing technology in regulatory investigations as required providing technical consultation services relating to spectrum (e.g: evaluation of impacts from regulatory consultations and development of counter proposals, support on other generic technology regulatory issues).

Support markets on network introduction of viable new technologies, for example 5G.

Support markets on Advanced network sharing technologies, including representing technology in regulatory and legal investigations as required providing technical consultation services relating to network sharing (e.g. writing technical briefs on providing clarity to legal council, aiding the formulation of a legal council opinion. Supporting the agreement process, and lowering risks, reviewing contracts, providing technical inputs into contracts etc.)

The ideal candidate for this role willl have
Technical / Professional Qualifications:
Grade 12 is essential

A 3 year B.Sc Electrical/Electronic or Engineering Diploma is essential

5 8 Years Experience In Spectrum Is Essential
M.Eng/ M.Sc Eng in Electrical/Electronic Engineering will be advantageous but not necessary.

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:
Mathematical & Network Modelling knowledge (in Excel & Matlab using databases)

Spectrum experience

Technical Regulation experience

Access Technology Knowledge & Experience

Strategic thinking

Closing date for applications: 22 September 2023
The base location for this role is Vodacom Campus, Midrand.
The Companys approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.