Manager - Technology Innovation

The Technology Innovation Manager at MTN would be responsible for overseeing the design, operation, and strategic direction of the innovation lab. This role ensures that new technologies, products, and solutions are effectively tested, validated, and integrated into MTN’s ecosystem. The resource will be required to perform Lab tours to senior internal and external parties showcasing the innovative technologies that MTN are investigating or has implemented within our markets.

Context

As MTN continues to advance its strategy and drive innovation in network transformation, AI, and cloud-native technologies, the need for a dedicated Technology Innovation Manager has become critical.

This role will ensure that MTN’s innovation lab operates efficiently, enabling the testing, validation, and deployment of next-generation solutions. Additionally, having a dedicated in-house resource will enhance control, agility, and alignment with business objectives while reducing reliance on external vendors.

• The global shift towards 5G, Open RAN, and cloud-native architectures requires robust testing and validation to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• AI-driven network optimization, predictive maintenance, and self-healing capabilities are becoming industry standards.
• Edge computing is reshaping telecom infrastructure, requiring in-depth lab validation before deployment.
• Governments and regulatory bodies are enforcing stricter data security, compliance, and energy efficiency requirements.
• Sustainability initiatives drive the need for green tech innovations and energy-efficient networks, which must be tested before scaling.
• MTN’s enterprise customers and digital service providers demand customized, reliable, and innovative connectivity solutions.
The need for faster time-to-market for new services requires in-house capabilities to validate and refine solutions rapidly

Values

We at MTN are a purpose and value-led organisation. At MTN, we believe that understanding our people’s needs and aspirations is key to creating experiences that delight you at work, every day. We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our Y’ello Family is heard, understood and empowered to live an inspired life.

Our values keep us grounded and moving in the right direction. Most importantly, they keep us honest. It is not something we claim to be. It is in our DNA

As an organisation, we consider it our mission to create an exciting and rewarding place to work, where our people can be themselves, thrive in positivity and ignite their full potential. A workplace that boosts creativity and innovation, improves productivity, and ultimately drives meaningful results. A workplace that is built on relationships and achieving a purpose that is bigger than us. This is what we want you to experience with us!

Our commitments go beyond an organisational promise. It is in our leadership and managerial ethos to meaningfully partner with our employees, customers and stakeholders with a vision to realise our shared goals.

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• Lead with Care
• Can-do with Integrity
• Collaborate with Agility
• Serve with Respect
• Act with Inclusion