Safaricom Ethiopia is looking for a qualified person who meets the criteria indicated below.
Safaricom Ethiopia is owned by an international consortium including Vodafone Group; Safaricom PLC; Vodacom Group; Sumitomo Corporation – one of the largest international trading and business investment companies; and British International Investment (BII) – the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor.
Position 1: Product Lead (Consumer Products and Services
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical or Commercial discipline from a recognized university
- Experience of 6 years in a high result-oriented organization with at least two in a mid-level managerial role in a Commercial setting whereby you will drive growth through development and ownership of the product strategy and product innovation.
- Ability to perform needs analysis at prospective customers and market segments as well as employ business analytics insights to identify opportunities and create winning propositions that deliver the product portfolio objectives of revenue, retention, innovation and Net Promoter Score (NPS).
- Understanding of GSM and related Telecom Technologies and platforms that will be used to Design, Develop, Deliver and Manage Products and Service
- Ability to project manage cross functional teams with experience in leading agile squads to deliver a common mission.
- Problem solving and decision-making skills with customer first focus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with good listening, critical reasoning and analytical skills
- Team player with excellent influencing skills and high level of initiative and self-drive
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 2: Senior Specialist: Billing Operations
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Telecommunication Engineering/Electrical & Electronics engineering/Computer Science/IT.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a busy telecommunication/ IT environment or Software Engineering with good knowledge of Mobile and Fixed services
- Working knowledge in Unix systems and Databases – Oracle, MySQL.
- Expertise in various analytics tools such and Python, Standard Query languages
- Experience in Procedural Programming languages, Linux/Unix, scripting,
- Proficiency in networking protocols – TCP/IP, professional certification e.g. CCNA/CCNP or equivalent is preferred
- Prior Experience in GSM and fixed services billing is preferred
- Domain experience in GSM and IT is a must
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 3: Systems Engineer – BSS
Job Requirements
- Degree in Telecommunication Engineering/Electrical & Electronics engineering/Computer Science/IT.
- 2 years’ experience a busy telecommunication/ IT environment or Software Engineering with good knowledge in planning for BSS Solutions such as CRM, Billing, Voucher Management
- Working knowledge in Unix/Linux systems and Databases – Oracle, MySQL, Postgres.
- Working knowledge with Virtualized/cloud/cloud Native solutions
- Domain experience in IT is a must with a bias towards business support systems such as CRM, order management, voucher management
- Excellent systems analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills along with meeting facilitation skills
- Excellent communication skills – must be able to listen to customers, document requirements quickly & accurately, and review written materials for accuracy. Must also be able to communicate specifications to persons at all technical levels.
- Ability to drive initiatives without any formal authority in an ambiguous and startup environment
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 4: VAS Systems Engineer
Job Requirements
- BSc. Degree or equivalent in one of the following: Telecommunication Engineering/Electrical Engineering/ Electronics engineering/Computer Science/IT.
- More than 3 years’ experience in IT / telecommunication environment or Software Engineering
- Good knowledge in VAS solutions including Messaging, Voice & Service Delivery Platforms
- Experience on development in Java
- Experience with REST API and microservices development
- Strong understanding of virtualization and container infrastructure technology
- Knowledge of Distributed Systems, analytics tools such and Python, Standard Query languages, Procedural Programming languages, Linux/Unix, Shell scripting
- Experience with JavaScript, JSON, XSLT, XML
- Knowledge in TCP/IP, IP Traffic Engineering, SS7 signaling, GSM MAP and SMPP Protocols
- Working knowledge in Unix systems and Databases – Oracle, MySQL.
- Deep understanding of 3GPP protocols and interfaces
Place of Work: Debre Birhan
Position 5: Software Developer Engineer in Test (SDET)
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in IT related Field
- 2 years + experience in software development or Testing Automation in a busy IT environment,
- Strong understanding of the software Testing Life cycle (STLC),
- Excellent software development skills coupled with programming experience in Java, Python, JavaScript etc
- Experience of Test-driven Development approaches such as ATDD and BDD
- Experience in use of test management tools (Micro-Focus ALM/Octane is desirable)
- Experience in Unix/Linux Operating System
- Experience in test design techniques (black box and white box)
- Strong risk identification and mitigation planning skills
- Solid understanding of enterprise APIs, Mobile and Web application architectures
- Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
- Experience with at least one test automation tool such as Selenium, Appium, Robot Framework, Pytest, TestNG
- Experience in containerization & container orchestration technologies technologies
- Performance testing using JMETER/HP LoadRunner/locust.io is a huge plus
- ISTQB Certification is a plus
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 6: Civil Works Expert – Network Rollout Engineer
Job Requirements
- BSc degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized University.
- Be a registered Engineer in Ethiopia by the Construction Professionals, Companies and Machineries, Competence and Registration Bureau – Construction field (Candidates who are in the process of registration are eligible for this position).
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to details, Communication and interpersonal skills, Excellent problem-solving skills.
- At least 2 years’ experience in the construction industry or civil engineering consulting field.
- Knowledge in AutoCAD software.
- Basic knowledge in Structural analysis software: Any of these: STAAD, Prokon, ETABS
- Basic knowledge in Steel towers design standards, parameters, environmental considerations for various tower types.
- Knowledge and skills in office applications: Word, Excel, Power point.
- Certification in project management skills will be an added advantage but not mandatory.
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 7: Senior Technical Officer – Regional Site Supervisor
Job Requirements
- BSc degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized University.
- Be a registered Engineer in Ethiopia by the Construction Professionals, Companies and Machineries, Competence and Registration Bureau – Construction or Design.
- At least 3 years of experience in the construction industry or civil engineering consulting field, 1 Year of which must be within telecom infrastructure Projects.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to details, communication and interpersonal skills, Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Basic knowledge in Structural analysis software: Any of these: STAAD, Prokon, ETABS
- Basic knowledge in Steel towers design standards.
- Working Knowledge and skills in office applications: Word, Excel, Power point
- Certification in project management skills will be an added advantage but not mandatory
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 8: Financial Solutions Technology Specialist
Job Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field as a minimum
- At least 2-year experience in coding in a non-university setting.
- At least 1 year experience of API management experience e.g., Apigee, MuleSoft etc.
- Strong understanding of both JSON, SOAP and development on swagger UI using open API’s
- Experience in securing APIs using Oauth, SAML etc.
- Strong knowledge in API modelling languages and annotations e.g., in Swagger
- Experience in java, java EE, spring, spring MVC, spring cloud, python, Bash
- Experience working with relational and non-relational databases i.e., Oracle, MySQL, mongo DB, Cassandra
- Hands-on experience in designing and developing API’s using REST and SOAP
- Experience developing solutions using agile, DevOPs, testing and CI/CD automation tools e.g., Jenkins, SonarQube, Git lab
- Experience in CMS is an added advantage e.g., Drupal
- Strong understanding of end-to-end API and microservices architecture
- Experience in automation tools e.g., Rundeck, ansible etc.
- Good presentation skills
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 9: Specialist: Energy Optimization Engineer
Job Requirements
- BSc Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering) or related from a recognized University.
- Registration with relevant government professional body in charge engineering is desired.
- Over 3 years of work experience in electrical of which 1 years must have been in a telecommunications /mission critical (large banks, hospitals etc) environment.
- Maintenance and operations experience in a telecommunications or mission critical datacenters or sites environment is an added advantage
- Experience in data analytics is a plus.
- Strong management and organizational skills
- Project management skills. Certification will be considered an added advantage
- Basic working knowledge and competence in MS Office; MS Project, Word, Power Point, Excel and basic AutoCAD
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills at multiple organizational levels
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 10: Specialist: Mechanical Engineer
Job Requirements
- BSc Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronics) from a recognized University.
- Registration with relevant government professional body in charge engineering is desired.
- Post Graduate training in Energy or Professional certification in Energy such as Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) or Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) is added advantage.
- Over 5 years of work experience in renewable energy and/or energy efficiency including designs and operations of which 3 years must have been in a telecommunications environment.
- Mechanical Engineering services design experience in a telecommunications or mission critical IT data centre environment
- Experience in greenhouse gas inventories/reporting is a plus.
- Strong management and organizational skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment and consistently meets deadlines.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills at multiple organizational levels.
- MS Office, MS Project and AutoCAD proficiency is required.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation governing energy efficiency and carbon emissions/environment;
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 11: Specialist: Sustainability Lead Specialist
Job Requirements
- BSc Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering/Environmental Science/Energy/Physics from a recognized University.
- At least 3 years of work relevant to the role of which 1 year must have been in a climate change/energy reporting/carbon emission reporting environment.
- Experience in data analytics and presentation of reports will be a plus.
- Strong management and organizational skills.
- Project management skills. Certification will be considered an added advantage.
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 12: PMO Digital Financial Services (DFS) Sub – lead
Job Requirements
- 4+ years of Project Management experience in a Technology, Banking or Telco organization.
- Experience working in a fast-paced Technology environment.
- Proven track record in delivering projects from the requirements analysis phase through the implementation cycle and be able to provide performance measures of success.
- Ability to excel in a constantly evolving environment.
- Experience and a proven track record of success creating change within teams to increase project delivery competency.
- Understanding of project dependencies and risk mitigation in multi-discipline projects
- Conversant with key project management software e.g., MS Project, At Task
- Knowledge of SDLCs (software development life cycle) waterfall and Agile
- Strong facilitation and writing skills.
- Ability to speak to non-technical business professionals and managers in non-technical speak to explain complex technical issues to build support and ownership for technology solutions.
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 13: Project Management Office – Commercial Officer
Job Requirements:
- 4+ years of Project Management experience or experience to work for ICT industry.
- Experience working in a fast-paced Technology environment is a plus
- Proven track record in delivering projects from the requirements analysis phase through the implementation cycle and be able to provide performance measures of success
- Ability to excel in a constantly evolving environment
- Experience and a proven track record of success creating change within teams to increase project delivery competency
- Understanding of project dependencies and risk mitigation in multi-discipline projects
- Project budgeting and use of project management software (e.g. MS Project, At Task)
- Knowledge of SDLCs (software development life cycle) waterfall and Agile
- Strong facilitation and writing skills
- Ability to speak to non-technical business professionals and managers in non-technical speak to explain complex technical issues in order to build support and ownership for technology solutions
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 14: Project Management Office – Commercial Sub – Lead
Job Requirements
- 4+ years of Project Management experience or experience to work in sales & distribution domain in ICT industry.
- Experience working in a fast-paced Technology environment is a plus
- Proven track record in delivering projects from the requirements analysis phase through the implementation cycle and be able to provide performance measures of success
- Ability to excel in a constantly evolving environment
- Experience and a proven track record of success creating change within teams to increase project delivery competency
- Understanding of project dependencies and risk mitigation in multi-discipline projects
- Project budgeting and use of project management software (e.g. MS Project, At Task)
- Knowledge of SDLCs (software development life cycle) waterfall and Agile
- Strong facilitation and writing skills
- Ability to speak to non-technical business professionals and managers in non-technical speak to explain complex technical issues in order to build support and ownership for technology solutions
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
Position 15: Senior Inbound Logistics Officer
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or Technical Field or Equivalent
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in Supply Chain Function especially in Inbound Logistics or Clearing & Forwarding.
- Additional professional qualification in Supply Chain will also be considered e.g. CSCP, CIPS, CILT
- Computer literate, proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Oracle ERP will be an added advantage
Place of Work: Addis Ababa,
How To Apply:
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The closing date for receiving applications is Tuesday, February 24, 2023.
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