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MTN Group

# Manager - FTTH Core Network Planning.Network NG

Ikoyi, Lagos, South West Region, Nigeria Full-time Manager or lead 

Listed on MTN Group’s official careers site. Posted November 1, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on MTN Group’s careers site →](https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/7873)

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## Job description

### Reports To

Senior Manager - Core Network Planning Division: Network Mission: Responsible for the design, planning and optimization of MTNN’s FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network; FTTH Core architecture/topology to achieve a cost effective and optimal network design.

### Description

Coordinating the efforts, input and output from internal and external stakeholders to ensure an efficient FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network design. Interfacing with relevant stakeholders for FTTH Core (Data & Voice) solutions development and planning. Managing the evolution of the FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network to place MTN in a position to effectively compete in a challenging Telecoms environment. Directing and mentoring the FTTH Core Network engineers to effectively meet their defined KPIs.

Defining and directing procedures to ensure an efficient and optimal FTTH Core (Data & Voice) network and timely deployment of quality network solutions. Reviewing and approving documentation and reports within the FTTH Core (Data & Voice) environment. Distil and translate MTNN’s Business plan and subscriber growth assumptions into requirements for the FTTH Core (Data & Voice). Drive the design and plan for cost efficient/least cost packet core network to support MTNN rollout with a 5+ year time horizon taking into cognizance the rapid spate of technology developments.

Plan and monitor the FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network budget in line with business plan and departmental goals and targets. Develop strategies to ensure efficient FTTH Core (Data & Voice) utilization & occupancy and ensure secure access to the MTNN network. Design network Architecture and specification of FTTH Core (Data & Voice) Network. Implement Virtualization, SDN and Cloud technologies to modernize legacy Network within the FTTH Core for data and voice.

Analyze traffic trends, forecast growth, perform network dimensioning and plan for capacity expansion. Lead Cloud deployment including onboarding, testing, troubleshooting & validation. Analyze protocol traces for root cause analysis of complex network faults and issues. Implement product design and configure data policies for QoS, charging rate, fair usage etc. within the FTTH Core (Data & Voice). Identify and implement new solutions and features to enhance and optimize Fixed broadband service.

Prepare and present detailed technical solutions and executive summary reports. Maintain awareness of the latest technological and industry developments. Act as subject matter expert regarding FTTH core network and strategic capacity planning. Monitor international trends and business best practice in relation to specific network solutions or technology. Direct delivery of future proof solutions in the MTNN FTTH core networks to guarantee deliverables are met according to customer requirements both internal and external.

Direct activities for architectural service design and efficient delivery of FTTH Core platforms (BRAS/BNG, IMS, AAA nodes etc.)

### Education

First degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer Engineering or equivalent.

### Fluent in English Experience

6- 13 years’ experience which includes: Minimum of 4 years work experience in the telecommunications industry, particularly in FTTH Core network planning and design using BRAS/BNG, AAA, DNS, CDN and other FTTH core network platforms. Experience in FTTH – (BPON/EPON/GPON/XG-PON/XGS-PON, 25G/50G-PON etc.) Core Network planning. Clear Understanding of Cloud infrastructure platforms and technologies. Experience in 4G/5G Fixed wireless Access (FWA) planning.

Good IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Network planning and design knowledge. Good TCP/IP knowledge especially in Routing and switching. Good understanding of Fixed Core Network products planning. Hands on Statistics modeling and trending using Analytic/Modeling.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 1, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 2, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 2, 2026
- Listed for: 1 day
- Location: Ikoyi, Lagos, South West Region, Nigeria
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on MTN Group’s careers site →](https://ehle.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/7873)

## Hiring at MTN Group
- Open jobs: 27
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Oct 19, 2026

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