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 vacancy for Liaison officer within the External Affairs and Regulatory 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 EHOD – Public Affairs, the position holder will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining relations with key government offices affecting Safaricom Ethiopia’s commercial and technical operations.

 Job Responsibilities

• To coordinate and execute day-to-day engagement with relevant Government Offices, statutory organizations, Commissions, Authorities, and any other organizations holding administrative authority which affects Safaricom Ethiopia’s operations.
• Coordinate beneficial professional relationships with local government offices to ensure that Safaricom Ethiopia Ethiopia’s day-to-day commercial and technical objectives are not adversely affected.
• Coordinate on ad hoc and day to day basis, Safaricom Ethiopia Ethiopia’s engagement policy with National Authorities and Commissions mandated to administrate areas which affects STEP’s operations.
• Coordinate Safaricom Ethiopia Ethiopia’s lobbying plan on ad hoc and day to day basis to ensure that Safaricom Ethiopia is aware and well positioned in legislation at National and County levels.
• Prepare detailed implementation reports providing status and levels of attainment of defined objectives.
• Report on proposed and new legislation at National and County levels giving potential impact on Safaricom Ethiopia Ethiopia’s operations, mitigation measures and lobbying activities undertaken.
• Report on development of County administration structures and their impact on Safaricom Ethiopia’s operations
• Engage in ad hoc and day-to-day management of disputes arising between Safaricom Ethiopia and National and County offices, statutory organizations, Commissions, Authorities and any other organizations holding administrative authority and facilitate rollout of Safaricom Ethiopia’s commercial and technical interests

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science/ Law/
• Post Graduate Qualifications will be an advantage
• At least 2 to 4 years’ working experience in a relationship management role in government or a corporate entity

How to Apply

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile on CLICK HERE and then Click on the apply button.

Remember to attach your resume.