Roaming Commercial Director job at NFT Consult
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Mar-07
Location: Kampala
Vacancy title: Roaming Commercial Director [ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Consulting , Category: Management ] Jobs at: NFT Consult Deadline of this Job: Monday, March 31 2025 Duty Station: Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa
Summary Date Posted: Thursday, March 06 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed Similar Jobs in UgandaLearn more about NFT ConsultNFT Consult jobs in Uganda JOB DETAILS: The Interconnect & Roaming Director will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing interconnect and roaming agreements to drive revenue growth, cost efficiency, and strategic partnerships for our client. This role requires a commercially driven leader with a strong understanding of interconnect settlements, roaming agreements, negotiation strategies, and regulatory compliance. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Interconnect & Roaming Strategy: ⢠Develop and execute the interconnect and roaming strategy to enhance Lycamobile Ugandaâs market presence. ⢠Identify and negotiate bilateral, multilateral, and hub-based interconnect & roaming partnerships to maximize revenue and cost efficiency. ⢠Ensure optimal pricing strategies for international and national interconnect and roaming services. Commercial & Revenue Management: ⢠Drive interconnect and roaming revenue growth through strategic partner selection and pricing models. ⢠Ensure profitable agreements by managing costs, settlement processes, and discount negotiations. ⢠Work closely with finance to analyze interconnect & roaming profitability and optimize margins. ⢠Monitor traffic trends, pricing benchmarks, and competitor strategies to maintain a competitive advantage. Contract Negotiations & Partnerships: ⢠Lead negotiations for interconnect, roaming (inbound & outbound), and MVNO agreements with international and regional operators. ⢠Establish and maintain strong relationships with MNOs, MVNOs, aggregators, and international partners. ⢠Ensure all agreements align with business objectives, cost efficiency, and regulatory requirements. Regulatory & Compliance: ⢠Ensure compliance with Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and global roaming regulations. ⢠Stay updated on GSMA standards, IREG/TADIG testing, and fraud prevention measures (e.g., NRTRDE, FMS). ⢠Work closely with legal and regulatory teams to manage compliance risks and industry changes. Operational Excellence & Technology Integration: ⢠Oversee the technical implementation of interconnect & roaming agreements with IT and network teams. ⢠Collaborate with the technology team to ensure seamless integration of BSS, OCS, and billing systems for interconnect and roaming settlements. ⢠Ensure timely resolution of interconnect disputes and billing reconciliations. Leadership & Team Management: ⢠Build and lead a high-performing interconnect & roaming team. ⢠Develop team capabilities in commercial negotiations, financial analysis, and regulatory understanding. ⢠Drive a performance-oriented culture focused on commercial success, efficiency, and strategic growth. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERTISE: ⢠Minimum 10+ years experience in interconnect & roaming within a telecom MNO/MVNO environment. ⢠Strong commercial experience in negotiating and managing interconnect & roaming agreements. ⢠Deep understanding of interconnect settlements, IOT discounts, TAP, CDR reconciliation, and GSMA roaming standards. ⢠Proven track record in driving interconnect & roaming revenue while optimizing costs. ⢠Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks in Uganda and international telecom policies. ⢠Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. ⢠Experience working in Africa or similar emerging telecom markets is preferred. ⢠Bachelorâs/Masterâs degree in Telecommunications, Business, Finance, or related field. Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree Job application procedure
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