Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Jobs

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Transformation! Change! Technology!

We are looking to recruit talented, innovative, dynamic and highly motivated individuals to fill in the following vacancies.

DATA INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING ENGINEER (X2)

REPORTS TO: Datacom Planning Manager
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

Design, plan, implement and optimize the BTC Service Provider Network (MPLS/
Internet Edge, MPBN, NGN, FTTx and Wireless Radios, support Network Operations to
meet stakeholder expectations and ensure that BTC network runs eectively and
optimally.

• Arrange scheduled upgrades including updating network equipment to the latest
  firmwarereleases
• Monitor and test network performance and provide network performance statistics
  and reports.
• Document and manage the installation of a new network, maintaining and upgrading
  existing systems as necessary
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (ICT).
  EXPERIENCE
• Minimum 5 years’ professional experience in the field of Telecommunications
  Engineering, data networks and planning
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Membership of a professional association will be an added advantage (BIE, IEEE, etc).
• CCNP or equivalent

HEAD OF ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

REPORTS TO: Chief Human Capital Oicer
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

ead the development and delivery of organisational development and change
strategies.

• Support high performance culture through leadership development and
  sta engagement.
• Conduct diagnostics and process reviews to identify and address performance
  barriers.
• Develop and implement HR frameworks including talent management, job
  evaluation, and succession planning.
• Collaborate with departments for seamless implementation of OD policies and
  initiatives.
• Oversee manpower planning, coaching, mentoring, and career development
  programs.
• Manage performance management systems and evaluate their eectiveness.
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification
• Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
  EXPERIENCE
• 9 years’ experience in HR Management
• 5 years at senior management level in a transformation environment
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Membership of a relevant professional association will be an added advantage.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO: Chief Human Capital Oicer
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

Develop and implement employee relations strategies aligned to the overall
HR strategy.

• Ensure a conducive working environment through eicient grievance and
  disciplinary processes.
• Monitor compliance with labour legislation and advise management on
  potential risks.
• Promote healthy union-management relations and participate in collective
  bargaining processes.
• Develop HR policies and procedures to guide employee conduct and discipline.
• Coordinate training on employee relations, workplace ethics, and labour laws.
• Conduct investigations and provide reports on disciplinary and grievance maers.
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Human Resources Management, Labour Law or equivalent
  EXPERIENCE
• 5 years’ experience in Employee Relations or Industrial Relations environment
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Membership of a relevant professional association will be an added advantage

INTERNAL AUDITOR

REPORTS TO: Head of Internal Audit
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

• Execute planned internal audits to evaluate business processes and controls.
• Identify risks and develop recommendations to improve BTC operations.
• Conduct investigations in case of irregularities and report findings.
• Support the development of the annual audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Liaise with external auditors and ensure adherence to audit best practices.
• Produce comprehensive audit reports detailing risks and mitigation actions.
• Ensure BTC internal audit activities conform to professional standards.
• Promote ethical conduct and adherence to corporate governance principles.
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent
  EXPERIENCE
• 5 years’ experience in Internal Auditing
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Part qualification in ACCA/CIMA/CIA
• Membership with IIA or BICA

HEAD OF STRATEGIC SOURCING

REPORTS TO: General Manager Finance
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

To execute procurement plans that support key business objectives and help increa
secompany profitability through greater value achieved through successful category
management.

• To lead the strategic sourcing eort to ensure value-driven results.
• To lead the team to create eiciencies across all spend categories, to minimise
  supply risks with improved supplier relationship management, and give visibility to
  the company spend.
• Identify and address areas of operational and cost ineiciencies to increase
  profitability through optimisation.
• Provide leadership in the company’s supplier relationship management programme
  and partner with key stakeholders to implement procurement processes and tools.
  QUALIFICATION
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or equivalent.
• Masters’ Degree will be an added advantage.
  EXPERIENCE
• 5 year’s Strategic Sourcing experience preferably in a corporate turn-around
  environment.
• Experience leading a strategic sourcing team essential
• Proven contract management and supplier relationship management
  experience required.
• Proven negotiation ability with demonstrable results.
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Membership of any other relevant professional body will be an added advantage

STATUTORY FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING &
REPORTING MANAGER

REPORTS TO: Head of Financial Reporting Planning and Analysis
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

Manage BTC’s statutory financial accounting and reporting to ensure compliance
with accounting standards and corporate governance.

• Provide expert input into financial policy development and lead the preparation of
  statutory financial reports and annual audits.
• Oversee BTC’s general ledger and financial systems, ensuring accuracy, eiciency,
  and timely reporting.
• Monitor financial performance against targets and ensure alignment with strategic
  goals

QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Financial Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Full Professional Accounting qualification e.g. ACCA,BICA, CIMA or CA

EXPERIENCE

• 6 years’ professional experience in financial accounting.
• 2 years’ managerial experience in financial management within a corporate turnaround
  environm

LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

• BICA compliant
• CIMA/ACCA
• Membership of a relevant professional association

TAX SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO: Head of Financial Reporting Planning and Analysis
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

Oversee BTC’s tax function to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and
alignment with strategic financial goals.

• Provide tax advisory services and input into financial planning, policies, and strategic
  decision-making.
• Manage tax returns, audits, risk mitigation, and reconciliation of tax accounts.
• Liaise with Botswana Unified Revenue Services (BURS) and remain updated on tax
  legislation to support eective tax planning.
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Full Professional Asset Management qualification (e.g. ACCA,BICA CIMA or CA).
  EXPERIENCE
• 6 years’ professional experience in the accounting field.
• 2 years’ experience in financial management in a corporate turnaround
  environment.
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• BICA compliant
• Membership of any other relevant professional association will be an added
  advantage.

HEAD OF ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Oicer
OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

ad the development and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies
aligned with BTC’s business and digital transformation goals.

• Provide architectural governance and frameworks that ensure integration, scalability,
  and security of BTC’s IT landscape.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies that drive innovation and
  operational eiciency.
• Collaborate with business units to translate strategic objectives into architecture
  road maps and solutions.
• Mentor and guide solution architects and technical teams in applying architectural
  best practices.
  QUALIFICATION
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Soware Engineering,
  Information Science or equivalent.
• Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
  EXPERIENCE
• Minimum 9 years’ experience in enterprise architecture or related IT
  leadership roles.
  LEGAL CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
• Enterprise Architecture Certification (TOGAF, Certified SOA Architect, Business Architecture)
• Cloud Certification (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Digital Transformation Certification
• Membership of any other relevant professional body will be an added advantage

If you fit the bill, kindly send your application, latest CV and certified copies of certificates
and Identity document (OMANG) to recruitment@btc.bw or log into our website to apply:

www.btc.bw. Kindly state the position that you are applying for as the subject.

CLOSING DATE: 12th May 2024

N.B: Kindly note that BTC will not receive hand delivered applications.

We wish you all the best with your applications