Safaricom Ethiopia External Vacancy Announcement

Safaricom Ethiopia, owned by a prestigious international consortium including Vodafone Group, Safaricom PLC, Vodacom Group, Sumitomo Corporation, and British International Investment (BII), is seeking qualified applicants for the following position:

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Job Position: External Affairs Manager – Jimma

Required Qualification and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science, law, economics, communication, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Proficiency in relationship management, CSR planning, and implementation.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Relationship Management and Advocacy:
   • Build and sustain strong relationships with government officials and regulatory bodies to support the Commercial Business Unit’s objectives.
   • Advocate for policies and regulations that favor the company’s growth and operations.
2. External Affairs Strategy Development:
   • Design and implement strategies that align with business goals, enhancing visibility and reputation.
3. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
   • Plan, implement, and evaluate CSR initiatives in Addis Ababa and other regions.
   • Collaborate with regional CSR committees to identify community needs and develop impactful programs.
   • Engage with local communities, NGOs, and stakeholders to foster collaboration.
   • Gather community feedback to tailor CSR initiatives to local needs.
4. Risk Management:
   • Identify risks related to public affairs and CSR activities, developing proactive mitigation strategies.
   • Monitor public sentiment and assess its impact on the company’s operations and reputation.
5. Reporting and Analysis:
   • Prepare regular reports on external affairs and CSR activities and their outcomes.
   • Analyze program effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
6. Budget and Training Oversight:
   • Manage the budget for public affairs and CSR activities, ensuring resource efficiency.
   • Provide guidance and training to regional teams on CSR best practices and community engagement strategies.
7. Commercial Collaboration:
   • Work with the Commercial Business Unit to ensure alignment between business goals and external affairs strategies.
   • Support commercial initiatives requiring stakeholder engagement or public awareness.

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How to Apply:

If you are up to the challenge and meet the qualifications and experience requirements, follow these steps to apply:

1. Update your candidate profile on the career portal.
2. Click on the “Apply” button.
3. Attach your resume to complete the application.

Click Here to Apply

Location: Jimma

Application Deadline: January 5, 2025

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