VACANCIES AT PHASE 3 TELECOM LTD.

Phase3 Telecom is a regional long-distance telecommunication network operator that provides transmission services for reliable and affordable broadband. Phase 3 operates a 6000km fibre optic network using its unique right of way (ROW) to deploy infrastructure doing high voltage power transmission lines. Headquartered in Abuja, the company operates a fast growing efficient, affordable and reliable fibre-optics backbone that service many of the largest telecommunication operation, internet service providers (ISPs), government institutions, school, universities, multi-nationals, corporate organizations, small businesses, hospitals and residences in Nigeria and west Africa sub-region.

Hence, we are seeking a candidate to fill the role of Sales/Business development head of our Abuja office. This is an integral role within our company, a leadership role which involves developing long-term client base and effective business relationship at senior level.

Position: GENERAL MANAGER, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND SALES

ROLE SUMMARY:

The GM, Business Development and sales will deliver sustained business growth with key clent while having a pivotal role in driving new business success.

Our client are one of the leading players in the Nigerian Telecommunication industry, hence candidate must possess high-level networking capabilities to function within the industry. Candidate must possess proven sales experience with excellent key account management skills. Must also be self-starter, who is accountable and professional with proven leadership experience in building and leading sales teams to achieve business targets.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

Minimum of first degree in related field, B.SC/B.Eng/B.A

A Master’s degree is an essential qualification for the role.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 10 years post graduate experience in Sales and Business development roles/ experience within a telecommunications and Technology driven environment of a senior role will be an added advantage.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

v  Strategic thinking, good leadership and strong analytical skills.

v  Mature, credible and comfortable in dealing with senior executives of multinational organizations.

v  Result oriented, self-driven with a clear focus on high quality and business profit

v  Excellent leadership and managerial skills

v  Strong selling and revenue driving skills.

v  Excellent communication skills, both written and oral including management report writing skills.

v  Excellent business fore-casting, judgment and good decision making skills.

v  Strong influencing and negotiating skill

v  Reliable, tolerant and determined and must also be an amphatic communicator.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Candidates who meet the stated requirements should forward CV and application letter in Microsoft word format to: salesopening@phase3telecom.com

DEADLINE:

The closing date for submission is Wednesday 3^rd September, 2014.

Source: Wednesday Punch, 13^th August, 2014