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Snap Plaza 8th floor, Bole Next to The Millennium hall. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Description:

About Us

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia Plc is a company supporting Ethiopia’s digital transformation. As a member of the Vodacom family, we have a wealth of experience connecting over 334 million people globally and over 180 million people in Africa across our network. We look forward to partnering with Ethiopians as we build a new network in Ethiopia.

We are setting the groundwork in readiness for the launch of our services next year and are looking to work with purpose-led teams that put the community at the heart of service.

Safaricom Ethiopia is offering a wide range of careers, whether you’re looking to join our technology, commercial or corporate teams. If you would like a challenge and the promise of a digital future for the people of Ethiopia, we are looking for you. 

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for EHOD –Regulatory & Public Policy within the External Affairs Function in Ethiopia. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below. 

Detailed Description

Reporting to the Chief External Affairs Officer, the role focuses upon the management of policy and regulatory matters to enable the company to achieve its commercial strategy and pro-actively mitigate risks for the commercial launch and operations of the company, contributing to Digital Ethiopia objectives of the country. 

 Job Responsibilities

  • To manage (working with other functions) regulatory and public policy matters required for commercial launch and operations of the company.
  • Establish, manage and maintain positive relationships between Company, the Regulator, Government other telecommunication industry players on regulatory and public policy matters, contributing to Digital Ethiopia objectives and ensuring that the company’s strategy objectives are achieved and risks mitigated. 
  • Managing regulatory and policy interventions s which could positively or adversely impact Company’s strategy and reputation.
  • Legislation and Policy Watch - Analyse new legislation, regulation, and government policies that may affect Company. Implement engagement strategies to manage implementation. Engage with the relevant Government department, regulatory authority, and Parliamentary Committee to lobby for changes in the proposed legislation and policies.
  • Develop and implement internal company processes (working with relevant functions) that will ensure compliance with licence terms and Regulations.
  • Compile Regulatory and Public Policy updates reports and regulatory risk reports for internal governance.
  • Keep up to date and ensure new regulatory and public policy global developments that affect Safaricom are incorporated into our strategy, programmes, and activities. Actively participate in Vodafone External Affairs community on regulatory and public policy issues.
Job Requirements:
  • A degree in law, economics or business related field from a recognised university
  • Post Graduate Qualifications will be an advantage
  • 6-8 years’ experience in a Regulatory & Public Policy environment in a Telecommunication Organization.
Posted:
06.29.2022
Deadline:
07.06.2022
Job Category:
EconomicsLegalSocial Sciences and Community
Economics, Legal, Social Sciences and Community
Employment:
Full time
Full time
Location:
Addis Ababa
Safaricom Ethiopia PLC Safaricom Ethiopia PLC

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