Senior Executive, Fixed and Broadcast Technology

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission seeks an experienced professional to lead assessment and implementation of emerging communications technologies in fixed and broadcast domains, delivering domain insights and supporting MyTMAP2030 execution.

The role involves managing technology projects, trials and TED applications, contributing to standards development, and engaging with industry and academia to promote adoption and regulatory readiness within national priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (telecommunications, technology management, policy or business) is an added advantage.
• Minimum six (6) years of relevant experience in the communications and multimedia industry or related tech sectors.
• Working knowledge of CMA 1998 and related regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with standards development processes (e.g. MTSFB, DSM, APT, ITU).

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment and tracking of developments within assigned technology domains (Fixed, Broadcast) to provide timely insights.
• Manage domain-level inputs to MyTMAP2030 by monitoring tech developments, trials and standards activities.
• Contribute to MyTMAP2030 coordination and execution with structured domain updates.
• Develop and review technology roadmaps, policies and guidelines for adoption and implementation.
• Lead technology projects, trials and proof-of-concept initiatives and validate use cases.
• Manage TED applications by evaluating submissions and facilitating assessments.
• Governance of RF-EMF to strengthen policy positioning and inter-agency alignment.
• Engage industry, academia and stakeholders to obtain insights for technology adoption.
• Plan and deliver programmes (Digital Outlook Series) to promote awareness of emerging tech.
• Provide guidance to team members and support departmental deliverables.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Planning & execution

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative & learning agility

Drive for results

Cross-domain coordination

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications/Computer Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in relevant field (telecommunications/tech mgmt/policy/business)

Job description

Lead the assessment and implementation of emerging communications technologi assigned domains, including Fixed and Broadcast, by delivering domain insights, managing technology initiatives and supporting MyTMAP2030 execution to enable informed decision-making, industry adoption and regulatory readiness in line with national priorities.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and tracking of developments within assigned technology domain(s), including Fixed, Broadcast, to provide timely insights on trends, adoption and emerging issues.
• Manage domain-level inputs to MyTMAP2030 by monitoring technology developments, industry adoption, trials, POCs and standards activities to support accurate and up-to-date tracking.
• Contribute to MyTMAP2030 coordination and execution by maintaining structured domain updates and supporting alignment with departmental requirements.
• Contribute to the development and review of technology roadmaps, policies and guidelines to facilitate adoption and implementation of emerging technologies.
• Lead and manage assigned technology projects, trials and proof-of-concept initiatives to support validation of technologies and development of use cases.
• Manage and support Trial, Experimentation and Demonstration (TED) applications by evaluating submissions, facilitating assessments and supporting timely processing.
• Manage RF-EMF governance to strengthen policy positioning, public assurance and inter agency alignment.
• Contribute to standards development and technical engagements (e.g. MTSFB, DSM, APT, ITU) by providing domain-specific inputs and supporting alignment with industry practices.
• Engage industry, academia and relevant stakeholders to obtain insights, support technology adoption and strengthen ecosystem collaboration.
• Plan and deliver assigned programmes and initiatives (e.g. Digital Outlook Series or domain-related activities) to promote awareness and understanding of emerging technologies.
• Provide guidance and support to team members and contribute to departmental deliverables, including undertaking additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field - (e.g. telecommunications, technology management, policy or business) is an added advantage.
• Minimum six (6) years of relevant working experience in the communications and multimedia industry or related technology sectors, with exposure to technology assessment, implementation, projects, trials or standards related activities.
• Working knowledge of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA 1998) and related regulatory frameworks.
• Good understanding of emerging communications technologies and industry trends, particularly in Fixed and Broadcast and related domains.
• Capability in tracking, analysing and reporting technology developments to support MYTMAP2030 implementation and updates.
• Familiarity with standards development processes (e.g. MTSFB, Department of Standards Malaysia, APT, ITU).
• Experience in managing or supporting technology projects, trials or proof-of-concept initiatives (e.g. TED applications).
• Ability to assess technology use cases and industry adoption trends to support development of guidelines, policies and roadmap inputs.
• Understanding of cross-domain technology interactions, including integration of applications with communications infrastructure.
• Ability to translate technology developments into practical applications and domain-level insights.
• Analytical Thinking — Ability to evaluate technology developments and derive relevant insights for domain-level application. 2
• Planning and Execution — Ability to manage tasks, timelines and deliverables across domain activities, projects and initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement — Ability to work effectively with industry, academia and internal stakeholders to gather inputs and support implementation.
• Communication and Articulation — Ability to present technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Teamwork and Collaboration — Ability to work across domains and support coordination within the Department.
• Initiative and Learning Agility — Ability to stay updated with evolving technologies and apply knowledge to assigned responsibilities.
• Drive for Results — Ability to deliver outputs within timelines while managing competing priorities.