Vodacom Vacancies

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Principal Specialist: Internal Audit

When it comes to putting people first, we’re number 1. 

The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. 
Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2025.
 

Role Purpose:

The Principal Specialist: Internal Audit, IB is responsible for executing Technology and Integrated audits and ad hoc management requests across the Vodacom International Business markets in support of strengthening the control environment. This will include Data analytics execution and support across the markets. The audit work must be performed in line with the Vodacom Internal Audit methodology and professional standards. Following audit completion, the Principal Specialist will track the agreed management actions to closure. Developing and managing relationships with various client departments across the Vodacom Group footprint will be essential to the success of the role and enable the role-holder to provide input into the audit plan. Finally, the Principal Specialist will need to provide guidance and best practices to the Internal Audit team and client departments on relevant current and emerging International Business Technology topics including cyber-security and threat management.

Your responsibilities will include:

Key accountabilities and decision ownership: 

• Execute annual audit plan
• ­Manage and lead technology audit projects
• Document impactful audit reports
• Follow-up on outstanding audit issues
• Manage relationships with senior stakeholders
• Produce excellent quality audit work

Key performance indicators:

• Assist with the preparation of the annual audit plan in terms of technical audits that should be performed
• Execute the approved annual audit plan with minimal supervision
• Lead technical IT, and Network-related audits
• Drive data analytics testing and provide data analytics support during audits
• Ensure that audits are performed in accordance with the requirements of the Internal Audit methodology and IIA standards
• Document high quality, impactful audit reports
• Ensure that follow-ups are conducted as per the Internal Audit methodology
• Ensure audit quality is maintained through self- and peer-review of audit work and reports
• Manage relationships with client departments focussing on the local and international IT and network teams
• Keep abreast of technology-related internal audit and technical developments

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Matric/grade 12 or SAQA accredited equivalent
• A relevant IT Bachelor Degree (e.g. BSC Computer Science, B.Com Informatics/ B.Com Information Systems)
• ­7-10 years audit experience (at least 4 years in Technical /Infrastructure Computer Auditing)
• Computer Audit qualifications i.e. CISA or CISM – at least 2 of the 3 is essential

Technical / professional qualifications and Experience Required: 

• Relevant bachelor degree (Essential)
• Minimum of 7 years audit experience (Essential) 
• Internal Audit experience (Essential)
• Data analytics experience (Essential)
• IT certification: CISA and CISM, or CISSP (Essential)
• Internal Audit Certification i.e. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) (Advantage)
• Finance audit experience (Advantage)
• Telecommunications industry experience (Advantage)
• Relevant postgraduate degree (Advantage)

Skills: 

• ­Critical thinking
• Complex problem solving
• Research
• Interpersonal
• Negotiation
• Presentation
• ­Communication (verbal and written)
• Project management
• ­Time management

Knowledge:

• ­Internal Audit Standards and Professional Ethics
• Relevant frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, COSO, ISO17799\ISO27001, etc.)
• Technical/infrastructure knowledge is essential i.e. detailed knowledge of the following technology platforms:
• Operating systems – UNIX, LINUX, Windows
• Databases – SQL, Sybase, Oracle
• IT Networks
• Firewalls
• Data Centre
• Data Analytics (Galvanize)
• ­Relevant laws (ECT act, POPI etc.) 
• Enterprise Risk Management    
• ­Intelligent Automation (RPA, AI, ML) preferred

Attributes: 

• Ethical, is honest and has integrity
• Quality orientation with attention to detail
• Assertive yet collaborative
• Curious with a sense of innovation
• Deadline driven and shows initiative
• Ability to work independently and in teams

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 11 April 2025. 

The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus. 

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

Client Liaison Officer

When it comes to putting people first, we’re number 1. 

The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. 
Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2025.

Role Purpose:

To receive and analyse escalated queries related to Customer Acquisition Division; to determine the nature and extent of the query and to provide/ develop a solution to resolve the identified query and provide feedback.
 

Your responsibilities will include:

• To provide support to staff, customers, trade partners and other departments on a daily basis to assist in customer queries received by the Corporate & Distribution Credit Division
• To provide telephonic / e-mail support to internal and external customers
• To ensure continuous follow up on customer queries in order for relationships to be maintained
• To maintain relationships with relevant role players with the highest levels of professionalism and quality
• To provide feedback and recommendations to management / role players of identified trends
• To execute functions with the intention of maximising a positive customer experience
• To execute the outputs in accordance with strategic targets

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Matric
• At least 2 years of customer service experience 
• At least 2 years of credit vetting experience

Extreme Importance

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Relating and Networking
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
• Applying Expertise and Technology
• Creating and Innovating
• Persuading and Influencing
• Analysing

High Importance

• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
• Persuading and Influencing
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Analysing

Moderate Importance

• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Planning and Organising
• Creating and Innovating

Baseline Importance

• Applying Expertise and Technology
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Relating and Networking
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Learning and Researching

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 01 April 2025. 

The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus. 

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

Senior Specialist: Real Estate

When it comes to putting people first, we’re number 1. 

The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. 
Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2025.

Role Purpose:

The Senior Specialist: Real Estate (RE) will be a member of the team managing the transactional sub-processes of the end-to-end RE contract management and accounting processes in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with defined operating procedures, policies, SOX compliance, IFRS16 and business partner service level agreements. 

The Senior Specialist: RE is responsible for the accounting treatment of leases; ensuring timeous payments and recoveries. The individual will enjoy problem solving and striving to improve the metric of the operational processes. The incumbent will be a member of the wider FinOps and RE teams. They will be required to have excellent communication skills and to be able to interact with people from different environments, internal to Vodacom as well as external stakeholders, e.g. Vodacom Business units, Vodacom regional teams, Vendors/Landlords/Property owners, Vodacom Subsidiaries and other Vodafone Markets.

• A culture of continuous process improvement will be essential to ensure world class operational performance.
• Manage the relationship with the Shared Services (SSC) performing activities on behalf of the Vodacom South Africa;
• Accountable for completeness and accuracy of accounting and reporting related to RE contract management of rental & utility expenses and recoveries;
• Support the rest of all relevant stakeholders with RE related requests and queries submitted to the SSC;
• Establish a close relationship with the other teams across Finance Operations, Finance Business Partners, Facilities, Franchise & Dealer management teams, Retail Trade Partners/Dealers/Franchisees, Regional and National Property teams;
• Interact with the Global Process members, peers in the Shared Services and RE process team members;
• Advise all relevant stakeholders on RE related transactions, IFRS16 accounting, processes, and reporting; and
• Identify opportunities to optimize RE related cash flows. 

Your responsibilities will include:

Daily and monthly activities

• IFRS16 and IAS17 accounting, processes, and reporting specifically month end reporting in accordance with financial calendar and including activities performed by SSC 
• Monitor sub-processes related to rental & utility payments 
• Completeness and accuracy of accounting and reporting related to RE contract management charges including electricity & other utility expenses and recoveries. Ensure timely payment and resolution of escalated queries relating to contract payments
• Perform monthly variance analysis and reports and provide valid reasons on variances identified. 
• Analyse reported data for key trends and anomalies, exception reporting to be investigated and resolution of exceptions 
• Work with other team members and key stakeholders across all business units to ensure all RE issues are resolved in a timely manner.  Such as ensuring the accurate and complete accounting treatment of all RE related transactions by analysing financial transactions, identifying cost drivers and key vendors, reporting on spend

Compliance and control 

• Establishing adherence to the relevant Group policies 
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls
• Ensure that all Vodacom and Vodafone compliance requirements are met
• Work with other departments to ensure all cross department issues are resolved

Interim and Year End Reporting 

• Responsible for separate and consolidated statutory packs and other reporting requirements as part of the interim and year-end close process. 
• Responsible for both the separate and consolidated interim and annual financial statements. 

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• BCom: Accounting essential 
• Minimum of  5+ years’ relevant experience with a strong background in financial reporting and accounting
• IFRS16 knowledge

Job Related Skill:

• Analytical thinking
• Problem solving
• Innovative 
• Adaptability 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Business leadership and transformation
• Effective communication
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ownership and drive for impact
• Attention to detail & quality conscious
• Planning and Organising.
• Disciplined & Deadline driven.

Job Knowledge: 

• Working knowledge of Accounting principles especially IFRS 16
• Experience in financial reporting and statutory reporting requirements
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office, especially Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• SAP ERP and HFM
• SOX 

Leadership Competency 

• Ability to engage effectively with management, business partners, auditors 
• Manage deliverables from other departments
• Ability to train and manage resources on related activities
• Manage external relationships with key suppliers

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 01 April 2025. 

The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus. 

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

M-Pesa Africa Senior Specialist: Cyber Security Cloud

Business Unit:

M-Pesa is a pioneering fintech business and global market leader in mobile money. Starting from 2007 as a convenient means by which the unbanked and underbanked could make digital payments, M-Pesa has now grown to offer over 60 million active customers Financial Services, Enterprise, Merchant and Retail solutions. We are proud of our work in enabling the digital economy in our markets, and in driving financial inclusion.

M-Pesa Africa is the largest FinTech providing services to more than 60 million customers and 5 million businesses solutions across Financial Services, Enterprise, Merchant and Retail. We are now well on our way to becoming the preferred digital payment method across the markets that we serve, for both in-store, remote and online payments. With headquarters in both Nairobi and Johannesburg, we serve markets that include Kenya, Tanzania, DRC, Lesotho, Ghana, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Mozambique.

We are a united, energetic and passionate team. A place where leaders coach, teams connect, and everyone is empowered to go further, faster. A place where heroes become superheroes; through growth, opportunity, and the chance to work with the best minds in FinTech.

Role Purpose:

The Cloud Cybersecurity Principal Specialist is accountable for ensuring the security, integrity and confidentiality of Cloud-based systems and services. This role focuses on designing, implementing, managing and maintaining robust cybersecurity solutions and processes that protect cloud infrastructures, applications, and data across platforms such as AWS, Azure and Huawei Cloud.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage the Security and Privacy by Design Assurance (SPDA) processes for MPA products and services both cloud-based.
• Design and implement cloud security architectures in alignment with best practices to protect cloud environments.
• Perform regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing on cloud-based systems.
• Monitor cloud environments for potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop, implement, and enforce cloud security policies and procedures.
• Ensure Secure Cloud Operations by the Cloud Team
• Manage identity and access management (IAM) controls for cloud services.
• Provide recommendations for cloud security improvements and assist in implementing security controls to meet compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate security throughout the cloud development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Respond to and mitigate cloud security incidents, performing root cause analysis and applying lessons learned.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cloud security trends, risks, and solutions.

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Minimum of Six years of experience in cybersecurity-related roles, three year of which should be specialized Cloud Security.
• Degree in Electrical Eng/Computer Science/information Technology or equivalent Technology-related degree
• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer.
• Security certifications like CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with security 

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure Cloud) and cloud-native security features.
• Experience with security tools like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and security information event management (SIEM).
• Expertise in IAM, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and secure cloud infrastructure design.
• Experience with automation and scripting tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Python) to enhance cloud security.
• Proficient in cloud security best practices, including monitoring, logging, and incident response.

Closing date for Applications: 31 March 2025.

The base location for this role is, Vodacom Midrand Campus.  

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.

Personal Assistant

When it comes to putting people first, we’re number 1. 

The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. 
Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2025.

Role Purpose:

Manage the business administration and project support function within the office of the Chief Officer Legal, Risk & Compliance (Chief Officer LRC) and serve as the primary point of contact for this office.

Your responsibilities will include:

1.    Administrative Support

• Real time email management and prioritisation
• Chief Officer LRC message management and telephone screening
• Guest reception 
• Manage and facilitate the Chief Officer LRC calendar to arrange appointments, meetings and conferences
• Review, proofread and edit documents prepared for the Chief Officer LRC signature 
• Ensure that the Chief Officer LRC is well prepared for meetings
• Devise and maintain office management systems, including data management and filing
• Administrative support during meetings in terms of accurate minute taking
• Document compilation and/or consolidation in line with various submission requirements
• Provide administrative support for the completion of documentation for Board agenda items, Audit Committees etc. 
• Co-ordinate reports that may require input from all departments and is presented to the Executive 

2.    Budget and Expense Management

• Assist the Chief Officer LRC with budget OPEX and CAPEX budget administration for their cost centre 
• Ensure that expenditure documentation is checked and prepared in accordance with policies and procedures 
• Ensure that tax invoices and receipts are collected for payment purposes 
• Expenditure to be reconciled in accordance with source and reference data
• Process reconciliations and payments within turnaround time
• Process expense reports
• Budget transfers 

3.    Travel Management

• Manage all travel for local and international trips
• Prepare the Chief Officer LRC itinerary for all trips
• Responsible for all travel logistics i.e. visa applications, hotels, flights, meetings, transport, Forex

4.    Event Management

• Event management for all functions hosted by the Chief Officer LRC office for their cost centre
• Responsible for all logistical arrangements for events, conferences, team builds, workshops, seminars etc.  which includes:
  • Venue booking and preparation
  • Confirmation of speakers
  • Attendance of delegates
  • Preparation of agenda 
  • Preparation of presentations
  • Sourcing promotional items and branded gifts

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Matric
• Secretarial Certificate / Diploma essential
• Legal certificate advantageous 

Job Experience:

• Minimum of 3 -5 years secretarial experience which includes:
  • a minimum of 1 years’ experience as a PA supporting a Chief Officer or the equivalent in a listed company 
  • a minimum of 1 year working in a (BU specific) related environment 
  • Project management experience
  • Legal PA support advantageous 

Job Knowledge:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and Internet (essential)
• Knowledge of office management (essential)
• Knowledge of IT/Telecommunications environment (advantageous)
• Financial administration experience 
• Knowledge of SAP EVO (advantageous) 
• Project management and project coordination 

Job-Related Skills:

• Excellent administration skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication 
• Ability to pay attention to detail 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines 
• Ability to work independently 
• Results orientated and self-motivated 
• Forward thinking and proactive 
• Ability to execute multiple activities simultaneously 

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 09 April 2025. 

The base location for this role is Midrand, Vodacom Campus. 

The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

Senior Specialist Structural Engineering

When it comes to putting people first, we’re number 1. 

The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. 
Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2024.

Role purpose/Business Unit:

Take end-to-end responsibility for the MAST national structural infrastructure portfolio, with consideration of international best practice relating to the research, development, design engineering, implementation and maintenance requirements relating to all existing and all new structural solutions. This position requires a deep technical understanding of the various related site-specific MAST structural engineering requirements, with a total cost of ownership (TCO) responsibility. 
 

Your responsibilities will include:

Infrastructure Engineering

• Structural Engineering: Responsible for the structural analysis and related methodologies gearing towards possible stress reduction and force impacts on all MAST structures. This includes all technical engineering support relating to all programs relating to new build, colocation, tower strengthening, tower upgrades, and tower maintenance requirements. Drive the tower structural information database (data governance and data validation) and digital tower modelling, allowing for a data-driven structural engineering solution that allows visibility and easy access to all structures, supporting commercial and business development to improve site sharing profitability and a reduction in the related operational and financial risks.

Thought Leader 

• Trusted and respected as a thought leader and change agent who can influence and persuade business and MAST leadership teams. 
• Including people management, team effectiveness, people development and employee engagement. 

Supplier /Contract Management

• Develop governance structures to monitor, evaluate and manage suppliers, contractors, and 3rd party’s performance (SLA/KPI) against their contracted scope of work and benchmark best practice. 

 Financial Management & Reporting

• Formulate and manage all site infrastructure related operational elements CAPEX and OPEX budgets. 
• Including the development of dashboards to enable management visibility and structured client reports. 

Compliance Management

• Responsible for MAST preparation for ISO compliance and certification audits. 

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

Must have technical / professional qualifications: 

• Strong proficiency in mathematical calculations with a BSc Civil Engineering qualification and ECSA registration is essential.   
• Minimum of 5-8 years of hands-on working experience within the telecommunications sector, with essential working knowledge of site design, site build, site optimization, site operations and maintenance requirements.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Deep understanding of existing, new, and emerging telecommunications site build, site operations and site maintenance technologies.
• Strong management experience across multiple delivery areas and vendors, including strong programme management across a complex delivery area.
• Problem-solving skills, able to navigate through difficult negotiations, including business and financial acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to distil complex technical concepts into simple terms, with strong persuasion skills to gain support for principles, standards, and change
• Excellent relationship building, teamwork, and collaboration skills that enables the provision of effective support and guidance across programmes
• Proven track record on key outputs/disciplines 
• Proven track record of the ability to apply technical knowledge in the analyses of accurate comparisons and reviews of various solution designs and the development of realistic return on investment (ROI) operational financial models.

We make an impact by offering:

• Enticing incentive programs and competitive benefit packages
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits
• Cell phone and data benefits, advantages fiber connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies

Closing date for Applications: 02 April 2025

The base location for this role is, MAST Bryanston

The Company s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.

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