Product Manager Convergence Job in Nairobi Kenya

Product Manager Convergence
Reference :     ref11042011b
Contract type :     Permanent
Job(s) available(s) :     1
Experience required :     3yrs and above
Studies level required :     Diploma
Working place :     Nairobi

Job Description

Department: Marketing & Strategy

Sub-department: Product Management


Reporting to the position : Offers & services Marketing Manager

Type of the function : Managerial Function.

Direct subordinates: None

Role Purpose:

Responsible for innovation, project management, acquisition, usage, penetration and revenue generation
through the services: Internet – IEW, Broadband, Messaging.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisition targets and Revenue Growth

    * Identify new Convergence Services innovations that are potential revenue enhancers or contributors to brand differentiation
    * Define the specifications of new services / applications
    * Source/ develop ideal Convergence Services partner/s for these servicesDevelop & Launch Convergence Services that is relevant for the various regions/ circles
    * Monitor existing services, make the necessary tweaks and changes to ensure standards and revenue
    * Draw up and adhere to a fixed Convergence Services calendar with special interest to Convergence Services for red letter days Measuring product performance and identification of key levers of improvement - including design and analysis of relevant reports

Innovation & Solution deployment

    * Superior usability and Cutting edge advertising solutions
    * Build product loyalty amongst customers
    * Consistent development and improvement of strategically sound, actionable and targeted marketing business plans centred around Convergence Services marketing – Orange Office etc
    * Develop and implement processes and tools necessary to deliver stretch forecasted revenue targets.
    * Alerts customers to new or improved products/services
    * Adherence and/or implementation of processes and tools necessary to deliver innovative marketing solutions

Financial Management & Reporting

    * Ensure internal collaboration, team work development and implementation of key Management  routines within the team
    * Ensuring appropriate feedback is given to enhance business understanding
    * Accurate and timely reporting on revenue performance & budget expenditure on a monthly basis
    * Participate in regular review of Convergence revenue
    * Manage the budget assigned to Convergence Services  Marketing

Strategic Planning

    * Create and implement marketing & go to market strategy for Orange Convergence Services
    * Documented and approved strategies for Convergence Services marketing and revenue.
    * Enhance product strategy through the development of new and innovative products/services through the use of the internet and portals
    * Develop strategies for significantly increasing revenues from the product range through the greater use of existing products and the take up of new products.
 

Application Deadline

2011-04-20

Job Details


Education Background & Experience:

    * Bachelors Degree or an advanced Diploma in a Business related field; Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge;
    * 3 to 5 years hands on experience in Marketing Management and Excellent knowledge of Convergence product management with specific focus on Convergence charging systems

Professional Knowledge:

    * significant skills in project management and co-ordination.
    * Experience in evaluating and implementing new technologies.
    * Business knowledge particularly cash flows & financial justifications.
    * Experience in vendor management, vendor selection and negotiation.
    * Proficiency in Computer packages (e.g.  MS Office…)

Professional Skills:

    * The ideal candidate will have Strong financial analytical and Problem solving skills
    * The ideal candidate will have strong individual and leadership skills in the following: business acumen, strategic planning, project management, creativity, analytics, oral/written communication, matrix management and teamwork.
    * He/She will also possess qualities and characteristic of a person interested in management potential.
    * He/She must have the ability to understand in depth Industry / solution and services requirements and think holistically and yet focus on specific areas as necessary (e.g. leadership, problem solving, initiative, results orientation...)
    * Strong analytical and Problem solving skills.
    * Excellent Negotiation and Presentation skills
    * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Both oral and written).
    * Customer Oriented
    * High personal standard. Confident, self-assured, personable and presentable.
    * Strong interpersonal and people skills
    * Innovative and creative
    * Highly organized, conscientious and detail oriented.

Work Conditions

    * Field Work: YES ( 30 - 50 %)
    * Tools: car/mileage, laptop,handset : YES
    * Professional Risk (heights, risk of electrocution): NO
    * Shifts Work: No
    * Night Shifts: No
    * Week end work: No
    * Work on-call: No

The time-line for application is 20th April 2011.

If you do not hear from Human Resources by 3rd May 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.
Apply through the following adress:

Head Office,
Telkom Plaza Ralph Bunch Road
P.O.BOX 30301-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
+254 (0) 44 495 2001
info@orange-tkl.co.ke This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.orange-tkl.co.ke

The time-line for application is 20th April 2011.