Job Title: Property Negotiator
Location: Cape Town,ZA
Organization Name: CTO-Infrastructure Property Dept – Western Cape
Department Description
Brief Description:
To negotiate and secure applicable sites associated with the MTN network infrastructure and ensure a continuous flow of sites, with all the required permits, for build by the Access Implementation department. To maintain current leases and permits and ensure relationship management with applicable property owners.
Detailed Description
Key Tasks: Site Acquisition: • Obtain the necessary property owner permissions for the applicable MTN installation required. • Arrange for site survey to take place with applicable persons . • To identify and understand what permits are required and ensuring that the appropriate quotations are received from the appointed consultants. • To ensure that the documentation supplied by the consultants is accurate and records the appropriate information as detailed on the site survey. • To ensure consultants receive the required MTN documentation which they may need for onward submissions to the applicable Authority. • To build relationships with the applicable Local Authorities, as well as the property owner. • To follow up with Authorities and consultants to obtain the applicable documentation in order to release the site for build. • To negotiate and finalise the lease with the property owner. • To ensure all appropriate permits are obtained are accurate and received timeously • To manage consultants in terms of their existing contracts Maintenance: • On notification of the imminent expiry/or change to a lease, negotiate and finalise the lease renewal or addendum. • Should a property undergo change of ownership, ensure the completion and signature of the Assignment of Rights. • In cases where certain local authority approvals are temporary in nature, ensure that these are extended or renewed prior to expiry. • In cases where the Environmental Authorisation (EA) is about to expire, consult with the relevant internal departments and, if still required, arrange for the EA to be renewed or extended. Ad Hoc: • Handle and process property related complaints or requests. • Act as interface between MTN departments and the property owners or various Authorities. • Provide information pertaining to the property function to the MTN departments on request. Database Control and Record Keeping: • Ensure that the property database is accurate and up to date. • Ensure that all filing and paperwork is accurate, complete and up to date. Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Tasks: Management of LA and EIA Consultants: • Ensure that the consultants appointed on your projects comply with legislative requirements as well as MTN’s Policies and procedures. • Ensure that the consultants are monitored and that NIMS is being updated accurately in association with their appointed permit that they need to obtain. • Ensure that if there are objections to a project that such objections are recorded on NIMS and that the relevant Line Manager is notified on who should attend to the objectors requirements • Ensure that the consultants receive all applicable documentation from MTN departments in order to bring about the appropriate permit as fast as possible.
Job Requirements
Education: Global Education Standards (10) • Minimum of 3 year degree/diploma (in the property leasing, acquisition, development, project management; or town planning related environment). • Fluent in English and language of country preferable Experience: Global Experience Standards (10) • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in telecommunications or project management is desirous; with experience in supervising others • Experience in the town-planning environment; • Experience in the property management/property leasing field advantageous; • Experience in co-ordinating and managing consultants is advantageous. • Experience working in a medium organization Head – Big Picture Focus (10) • Analytical Thinker – Manages the alignment and execution of tactical activities • Problem Solver – Assists in solving business challenges but looks to others for advice and guidance • Operational Value Creator – Executes on innovative commercial practices and identifies areas for continuous improvement Heart – Emotionally Intelligent (20) • Culture and Change Champion – Role models ethical practices by living the MTN values and vital behaviours for others to follow • Supportive People Manager – Is self-aware and supports team capability development through opportunity creation for realising potential • Relationship Manager – Builds relationships with customers and teams to uphold the MTN brand Hands – Results Focused (50) • Results Achiever – Drives team objectives and contributes to sustainability of results • Operationally Astute – Clarifies priorities, plans, organizes and co-ordinates the work of others Skills / physical competencies: Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of emotional intelligence. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Being multi-lingual will be advantageous. Strong project management skills. Computer literate (Not negotiable).
Additional Details
Behavioural qualities: Ability to adapt to a changing environment. Must be able to find creative solutions to new challenges. Must be self-motivated and be able to work with minimum supervision. Must be prepared to work long hours. Must be prepared to travel long distances. Must have attitude to go the extra mile and be eager to learn General working conditions/ Inherent requirements/ Tools of trade (e.g. shift work, drivers license (code), vehicle (make) specific tools (e.g. dial in facility, special cell phone, etc), special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.) Valid minimum code B driver’s licence required Tool of trade vehicle shall be provided Cell phone shall be provided Computer shall be provided with access to MTN’s intranet services.
How To Apply
Local Applicants Only: Yes
Expat Applicants Allowed: No
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