Your key responsibilities include:
Operator Integration & Enablement: Coordinate technical deployment of Open Gateway APIs with mobile network operators across multiple markets.
Vertical Solution Deployment: Support API and platform implementation in key sectors such as health, education, fintech, and manufacturing.
Infrastructure Readiness: Map and assess edge/cloud/data centre requirements; advise on infrastructure needed to scale AI, IoT, or telecom-based innovations.
Technical Ecosystem Engagement: Guide developers, startups, and ecosystem partners in onboarding and integrating GSMA-enabled technologies.
Cross-Border Harmonisation: Provide input into efforts to align technical standards (e.g., API specs, data formats) across markets in SSA.
Knowledge Management: Translate complex technical information into usable documentation for stakeholders across public and private sectors.
About You
You are a systems thinker with a strong track record in technology deployments across telecommunications or digital ecosystems in Africa. You're comfortable working with MNOs, regulators, developers, and innovation teams.
You are excited by the challenge of bridging global technology standards with local market conditions.
Solid technical experience, ideally in telecommunications, ICT, or digital infrastructure projects across Africa.
Experience with telecom networks, APIs, developer platforms, or cloud/edge compute.
Familiarity with GSMA's Open Gateway or CAMARA APIs is highly desirable.
Strong grasp of the African infrastructure landscape (data centres, spectrum, connectivity gaps).
Experience supporting government, multilateral or corporate partners in regional tech deployments.
Technical understanding of AI, language models or IoT (preferred but not mandatory).
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.