About this role
• Lead, create and manage complex architectural solutions for deals from pre-sales to proposal and delivery, stitching together appropriate assets and contributing to commercial modelling. • Understand the customer’s technical environment and strategic goals to design and deliver customised solutions that meet MTN EBU fixed client specific needs. • Collaborate closely with forecasting and sales operations to drive and manage pre-sales and RFP pipeline. • Develop detailed proposals that outline the proposed Business Line solutions, benefits, and costs, as well as creating pricing models and providing input on contract negotiations. • Gather technical requirements, evaluating technologies, guiding the implementation of product solutions, and ensuring the architectural integrity of all projects.
Education
• 4-year tertiary qualification in Technology Systems (Telecommunication Management / Information Technology) or related • MBA / Masters Advantageous
Experience
At least 7 years related experience in architecture design and delivery, inclusive of;
• Leadership position in pre-sales or solutions architecture. • Extensive experience in designing and implementing complex technical solutions within telecommunications/ TechCo, including knowledge of fixed, and enterprise solutions. • Proven track record of collaborating with sales teams to develop and deliver solutions that meet customer needs and drive revenue growth. • Experience in managing complex solution development projects, from initial requirements gathering to final implementation.
Skills
• Excellent communication skills • Business Acumen • Analytics and Interpretation • Strategic Thinking • Organisational Agility • Dealing with ambiguity and complexity NB! Please note that this is a Limited Duration Contract (LDC)