Application Deadline: June 02, 2022

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 Data Privacy Officer within the Compliance 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 EHOD Compliance, the role holder will; Proactively engage regulators and other stakeholders in order to embed tailored, timely data privacy capabilities across Safaricom Ethiopia. Independently review and offer advice on data governance, processing activities and/or data breaches.

Monitor compliance with applicable national and international laws and regulations pertaining to data protection and privacy and work with teams to close gaps identified. Proactively support all efforts towards Regulator engagement, registration, breach notification and reporting.

Provide appropriate policies and guidelines to establish and maintain data protection compliance. Contribute towards establishing a strong culture of data protection across stakeholders through appropriate training and awareness

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and maintain records of Safaricom Ethiopia data processing activities, in conjunction with subsidiary management as appropriate
• Provide advice and instructions on how to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Monitor data management procedures and compliance within Safaricom Ethiopia
• Provide advice and guidelines for implementing privacy by design and privacy by default in all products and systems
• Work with teams across the business to close gaps identified within committed timelines
• Ensure all queries from data subjects seeking to exercise their rights are responded to within required timeframes
• Provide and update detailed guidelines via data protection policies and define required contractual provisions to enforce data sharing obligations
• Conduct training and awareness programmes for all stakeholders

Job Requirements

• Degree in Business, Legal or IT Security from a recognized University
• 4 years’ experience in data protection management and implementation
• Privacy certifications will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply using THIS LINK