Opex Executive

Job description

DEPARTMENT : Networks

VACANCY : Opex Executive

LEVEL : Senior Officer

LOCATION : Lusaka, HQ

JOB PURPOSE

To lead the planning, optimization, and governance of network operating expenses (OPEX) and passive infrastructure maintenance across Airtel Zambia, ensuring cost efficiency, partner performance, and uninterrupted network availability without compromising customer experience

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES ARE:

• Opex management of all network operations & maintenance line items
• Planning energy cost – Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for entire network portfolio
• Reviewing and processing contracts, Purchase Requisition (), Purchase Order (PO’s), and Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) Calendars.
• Monitoring and enforcing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with service providers
• Passive Infrastructure Maintenance such as providing support to Field Operations teams for preventive maintenance of power infrastructure systems .
• Reviewing and supporting routine power load assessments to ensure infrastructure operates within optimal parameters
• Partner Management such as establishing and maintaining engagements with infrastructure partners and vendors
• Institute SLA measurement methodology to ensure all Service Partners (SP’)are accurately measured, rewarded and penalized accordingly.

REQUIREMENTS

Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills:

• Degree / Diploma in electrical engineering or related field.
• Business / Finance qualification is an added advantage
• Proficiency in Data Tools & Automation : Expertise in Microsoft Excel, MS Access, SQL, and Excel Macros with the ability to automate reporting and analyze large datasets.

Relevant Experience:

• 5 – 10 years’ experience in Telecommunication in operations related field
• Entrepreneurial disposition in decision making and managing resources
• Logical decision-making abilities
• Cost, process and automation Innovation

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to motivate and lead both internal and external partners
• Impeccable integrity and character
• Go-getter
• Communication Skills

CLOSING DATE:

Suitable candidates requested to apply by sending through their CV’s to jobs@zm.airtel.com. The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 10th October, 2025..

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