Safaricom Ethiopia Job Vacancy 2026 – 3 Positions
Safaricom Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Role description
Safaricom Ethiopia is inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the following positions in Addis Ababa. The available opportunities cover cybersecurity and data protection, finance business partnering, and fiber network deployment.
Ethiopian Labor Market
1. Cyber Security Data Protection Officer
Job Summary
The Cyber Security Data Protection Officer will contribute to cybersecurity and data protection activities, including risk assessment, compliance, and the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. At least 5 years of cybersecurity experience , including 3 years focused on Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) . In-depth knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) . Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, standards, and best practices, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001 . Experience with data protection technologies. Ability to conduct cybersecurity and data protection risk assessments. Ability to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate complex systems and processes. Effective communication skills, particularly the ability to explain technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
2. Specialist – Finance Business Partnering
Job Summary
The Specialist – Finance Business Partnering will support non-Technology business units in reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The role will also contribute to business cases for new investments, post-investment reviews, and domain-specific financial matters.
Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. At least 5 years of financial management experience in the mobile telecommunications sector or in a similar role within a large organization.
Key Responsibilities
Support reporting processes for non-Technology business units. Support budgeting and forecasting activities. Build business cases for new investments. Conduct post-investment reviews. Support other finance teams with domain-specific issues within the assigned scope.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
3. Specialist – OSP Deployment
Job Summary
The Specialist – OSP Deployment will support outside plant (OSP) fiber deployment projects, including fiber construction, testing, splicing, termination, supervision, and right-of-way and permitting processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field. Certification in Fiber Optics. At least 3 years of experience in the fiber construction industry , including structured cabling. At least 2 years of supervisory experience . At least 2 years of experience in testing, splicing, and termination . Strong knowledge of right-of-way (ROW) and permitting processes for new OSP fiber projects. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Willingness to work varying hours according to project requirements, including weekend shifts where required.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
Application Information
Employer: Safaricom Ethiopia Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Number of Positions: 3 Application Deadline: September 21, 2026
Ethiopian Labor Market
1. Cyber Security Data Protection Officer
Job Summary
The Cyber Security Data Protection Officer will contribute to cybersecurity and data protection activities, including risk assessment, compliance, and the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. At least 5 years of cybersecurity experience , including 3 years focused on Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) . In-depth knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) . Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, standards, and best practices, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO 27001 . Experience with data protection technologies. Ability to conduct cybersecurity and data protection risk assessments. Ability to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate complex systems and processes. Effective communication skills, particularly the ability to explain technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
2. Specialist – Finance Business Partnering
Job Summary
The Specialist – Finance Business Partnering will support non-Technology business units in reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The role will also contribute to business cases for new investments, post-investment reviews, and domain-specific financial matters.
Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. At least 5 years of financial management experience in the mobile telecommunications sector or in a similar role within a large organization.
Key Responsibilities
Support reporting processes for non-Technology business units. Support budgeting and forecasting activities. Build business cases for new investments. Conduct post-investment reviews. Support other finance teams with domain-specific issues within the assigned scope.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
3. Specialist – OSP Deployment
Job Summary
The Specialist – OSP Deployment will support outside plant (OSP) fiber deployment projects, including fiber construction, testing, splicing, termination, supervision, and right-of-way and permitting processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field. Certification in Fiber Optics. At least 3 years of experience in the fiber construction industry , including structured cabling. At least 2 years of supervisory experience . At least 2 years of experience in testing, splicing, and termination . Strong knowledge of right-of-way (ROW) and permitting processes for new OSP fiber projects. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Willingness to work varying hours according to project requirements, including weekend shifts where required.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Ethiopian Labor Market
Application Information
Employer: Safaricom Ethiopia Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Number of Positions: 3 Application Deadline: September 21, 2026