Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for Airtel Nigeria Recruitment 2026 for Nigerians.
About Airtel Nigeria
Airtel Networks Limited, known as Airtel Nigeria, is a prominent telecommunications provider headquartered in Lagos. It is a leading mobile network operator in Nigeria with a vision to be the most loved brand in Nigerians’ lives. Airtel Nigeria offers high-quality voice, data, and value-added services, focusing on innovation, customer satisfaction, and strategic partnerships. Its wide-ranging services cater to diverse segments, promoting connectivity, information access, and economic growth. Airtel Nigeria’s commitment to superior telecommunications has established it as a significant player in Nigeria’s communication landscape.
Summary
- Company: Airtel Nigeria
- Job Opening: 5 Positions
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/Msc
- Locations: Nigeria
Job Opening: 5 Positions
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Airtel Nigeria Job Vacancies
1. Contact Center Job at Airtel Nigeria
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2. Accounting Executive at Airtel Nigeria
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3. Job Title: MPBN Engineer
About the Role
- The role is expected to serve as the representative for business, technical, and functional requirements relating to IP Packet Backbone solutions that support both Mobile and Enterprise services. This role is responsible for defining the optimal IP core network topology to meet premium Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and align with industry-standard architectures for next-generation IP networks.
- The role will evaluate network designs and establish integrated planning and implementation criteria, guidelines, and standards in collaboration with relevant partners to support capacity management and dimensioning of the IP core network. Additionally, the role will assess and oversee the delivery of IP projects against defined SLAs while identifying the most efficient approaches for implementing new functional requirements across the Mobile Network, including but not limited to voice, data, and other value-added services.
Responsibilities
MPBN Core Planning and Architecture
- Analyze business requirements and processes before converting ideas into a solution design; where required, research into new technology and development in Telecommunication industry with regards to IP packet backbone and Data services.
- Liaise with partner teams, Airtel HQ and other departments to ensure seamless IP packet backbone solutions
- Manage architecture, implementation, and deployment of key networks systems through the full delivery life cycle from initial design to full operational handover.
- Ensure that all IP backbone and edge devices are functioning as per the business and network requirements.
- Provide pathway towards establishing a seamless backbone network leveraging MPLS, SR-MPLS, SRv6 and SDN
- Handshake with IPRAN, Transmission and Enterprise Networks in establishing end-to-end transport solutions.
- Manage the expansion, upgrade and design of switch fabric Network (Leaf & Spine based) solutions from central controllers
Detailed and Effective Documentation
- Ensure that project-related documentation reflects a fit-for-purpose design and complies with the contractual vendor requirements.
- On concept of solutions proffered and prior to implementation, documentation in the form of SD, HLD and LLD designs should be prepared to include technical functionality, platform design and platform integration with relevant network elements.
- Update all IP Core documentation and topology to reflect running solution.
- Manage IP Network addressing and allocation for entire network including Access (IPRAN)
Capacity planning & Optimization
- Perform adequate dimensioning of all IP nodes, interfaces – in accordance with network growth and projections.
- Handshake with transmission on Submarine/fiber capacity required to support projected MPBN core and Edge interface capacity.
- Optimize existing solutions where necessary to improve capacity utilization, enhance user experience and save network resources.
- Ensure planning is actual, with very minimal or no inventory left over in ordered equipment for capacity expansion/upgrade
Expand & Evolve Core Network
- Translate business requirements into IP Backbone requirements.
- Responsible for planning all expansion of nodes well in primary area of responsibility.
- Plan evolution of IP backbone to best industry practices.
Employee Engagement
- Hold necessary Kick off meetings with stakeholders where/when required.
- Always maintain high Team Harmony and Engagement with both internal and external teams and stakeholders.
- Manage delivery of internal projects relating to IP Backbone from solution to go-live
- Advise other stakeholder networks on best connection practices to the backbone network
Vendor/Partner Management
- Ensure that partners deliver projects with quality, speed and with zero to minimal impact on network services.
- Manage assigned Projects from ordering to delivery; Hold kick-off and recurrent governance meetings with Vendors to ensure full control and smooth delivery
New Initiatives
- Explore new initiatives which meet business requirements by developing and delivering innovative solutions to support business growth.
- Technology assessments and POC trials (RFI/RFP/RFQ) and verification of solutions before roll-out.
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications
- First degree in Electronic Engineering /Computer Science or related field
- Masters degree is an added advantage
Relevant Experience & Functional / Technical Skills
- Minimum of 8years working experience in large Mobile/ISP Network Operator
- Multivendor experience – HUAWEI, CISCO, JUNIPER, ALCATEL LUCENT will be an advantage.
- Detailed understanding of IP Routing and switching
- SDN and Automation experience in IP Core will be an added advantage.
- Good project management Skills
- Experience in measuring, analyzing and interpreting IP Networks Key performance indicators
- Minimum of 6-8years working experience in large Mobile/ISP Network Operator
- Multivendor experience – HUAWEI, CISCO, JUNIPER, ALCATEL LUCENT will be an advantage.
- Detailed understanding of IP Routing and switching
- SDN and Automation experience in IP Core will be an added advantage.
- Good project management Skills
- Experience in measuring, analyzing and interpreting IP Networks Key performance indicators
Other requirements
- Personal Integrity and good interpersonal relationship
- Personal tenacity to succeed.
- Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Highly organized and good at implementation
- Time management skills with commitment to project timelines.
- Self-motivational skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Innovative and Entrepreneurial in managing challenging situations
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4. Job Title: Head of RIsk – SmartCash PSB
About the Role:
The job purpose is to provide independent leadership and oversight for the Bank’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework by identifying, assessing, monitoring, controlling, and reporting all material risks across Smartcash PSB. The role is responsible for ensuring that risk management practices are embedded across the organization, consistent with the Bank’s risk appetite and in compliance with CBN regulations, corporate governance requirements, and industry best practices. The role also serves as the principal advisor to the Board and Management on strategic, operational, regulatory, technology, cyber, liquidity, compliance, and emerging risks.
Responsibilities
Enterprise Risk Management Framework
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework.
- Establish risk policies, standards, methodologies, and procedures.
- Ensure risk management practices are aligned with Board-approved risk appetite and strategic objectives.
- Promote a risk-aware culture across the Bank.
Risk Identification and Assessment
- Identify, assess, and monitor strategic, operational, financial, liquidity, technology, cyber, regulatory, conduct, and reputational risks.
- Maintain enterprise-wide risk registers and risk assessments.
- Conduct periodic reviews of risk exposures and emerging risks.
Risk Monitoring and Reporting
- Prepare periodic risk reports for the Board, Board Audit & Risk Management Committee, Management Committees, and regulators.
- Monitor compliance with approved risk appetite limits and thresholds.
- Escalate material risk breaches and recommend corrective actions.
Governance and Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable CBN regulations, PSB Supervisory Framework requirements, and other regulatory directives.
- Support risk governance processes and Board oversight activities.
- Provide risk input into regulatory examinations and audits.
Technology, Cybersecurity and Information Risk
- Oversee technology and cyber risk management practices.
- Assess technology transformation initiatives, digital products, agent banking, and payment ecosystem risks.
- Collaborate with Information Security teams to ensure robust cyber risk controls.
Operational Risk Management
- Establish operational risk policies and loss event management processes.
- Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs).
- Conduct root cause analysis of significant incidents and monitor remediation plans.
Business Continuity and Resilience
- Oversee Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Operational Resilience frameworks.
- Coordinate business continuity testing and crisis management exercises.
- Ensure adequate contingency and disaster recovery preparedness.
Product and Change Risk Review
- Review and challenge new products, services, processes, systems, and strategic initiatives from a risk perspective.
- Provide independent risk sign-off where required.
Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP)
- Collaborate with Finance to prepare the Bank’s ICAAP document annually.
- Coordinate stress testing of pillar II risks and ensure all material risks are mitigated to acceptable levels, minimizing impact on capital requirements for the Bank.
Board and Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary risk advisor to the Board Audit & Risk Management Committee.
- Present risk insights and recommendations to senior management and Board Committees.
- Engage external stakeholders, regulators, and auditors on risk-related matters.
Team Leadership and Capability Development
- Build and develop a high-performing risk management function.
- Drive succession planning, capability building, and professional development within the Risk team.
- Foster a culture of accountability and effective risk ownership across the organization.
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications
- First degree or equivalent in any discipline.
- Relevant postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
- Professional certifications in Risk Management, Banking, Compliance, Finance, Information Security, or Governance (e.g., FRM, PRM, CRISC, CISA, ACCA, ACA, CFA, CIBN) are desirable.
Relevant Experience & Functional / Technical Skills
- Minimum of 15 years post-qualification experience in Risk Management or related functions within Financial Services, Banking, FinTech, Telecommunications Financial Services, or Information Technology environments.
- At least 10 years must have been within the Banking/Financial Services sector and minimum 5 years at Senior Management level
- Demonstrated experience engaging Boards, Regulators, and Executive Management.
- Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management Frameworks, Risk Governance, Internal Controls, Cybersecurity Risk, Business Continuity Management, and Regulatory Risk.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability.
- Enterprise Risk Management and Governance expertise.
- Strategic thinking and business acumen.
- Regulatory and supervisory engagement experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent presentation, report writing, and Board engagement skills.
- Influencing and decision-making capability.
- Strong communication and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Ability to operate independently while maintaining constructive challenge and oversight.
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5. Job Title: Process Auditor
About the Role
- The role is responsible for supporting compliance with established policies, processes, and procedures; providing guidance on alignment with best practices; and recommending improvements where necessary. The role holder will lead the rollout and governance of policies and processes for assigned functions, monitor and support the closure of audit observations, assess the effectiveness of controls, provide periodic feedback on control robustness, and conduct internal audit reviews.
Responsibilities
Process/Policy Compliance
- Review SOPs designed by business functions for quality monitors and report process KPIs performance
- Support Process and Compliance Lead
- Create interface & co-ordination to ensure compliance to policies, process and procedures for the OPCO.
- Constantly engage with assigned functions at Group and OpCo’s to align the processes and closure of all open issues
- Develop regulatory / governance matrix and test compliance, identify gaps and work to close these.
Improvement Projects
- Identify and drive projects for assigned functions (both Business and Customer Impacting and revenue/cost impacting)
Adherence to Best Practice Policies
- Ensure that processes and procedures are in place work as per the standards and can efficiently support functional/business objectives.
- Ensure that functional processes add value to the business.
- Ensure that relevant metrics are in place to measure performance and can efficiently guide management on the decision-making process.
- Work with business functions to identify process gaps arising from weak or inadequate business process documentation
Execute Process and Internal Audit Reviews
- Execute internal audit and internal control reviews requested by the business.
- Effective engagement and support to the IA team on the audit, risk management and gap areas.
- Support engagements within the OPCO to ensure the learnings of the audit findings from other OpCos are implemented as best practice, ensuring the reduction in the learning cycle.
- Effective implementation of the learning tracker action items for the OPCO
- Ensure all the audit observations of the OpCos are effectively closed.
- Ensure process gaps are identified and shared with Process owner & Function head for implementation.
- Support the Technology Compliance function to ensure technology gaps are identified, shared and closure followed up with IT for implementation
- Support Fraud Investigations
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree
- ICAN or ACCA required
Relevant Experience & Functional / Technical Skills
- 3 – 5 years of experience in Audit firm
- Industry experience an added advantage
- Process Audit experience
- Exposure to technology, process reengineering and handling decentralized operations is desirable
- Effective Project management & Co-ordination
- Commercial and Financial Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem solving
- Service Focus
- Persuasion & negotiation Skills
- Relationship Management
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Application Closing Date
17th July, 2026
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