· You must have significant working experience within the public affairs sector;
· Strong network and experience in working/engaging with regional organisations, ministries and telecom regulatory authorities
· Good knowledge of regulatory issues in the mobile sector and practices in Africa (including but not limited to infrastructure and connectivity, spectrum, taxation, internet, etc);
· Ability to adapt to different cultures and to work with cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams is important;
· Smart, collaborative, outcome focused. Strong analytical skills. Able to quickly grasp new concepts and ideas in the public policy sphere, and to contribute actively to developments within the region;
· Excellent communicator, able to express complex technical, regulatory issues in plain language, without losing the important points;
· Good writing skills and able to write reports, and contribute to policy papers relevant to the region. Experience in producing deliverables such as briefings, speeches, online, printed collateral, presentations, web content is an advantage;
· Strong project management skills; ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively, sometimes working to tight deadlines; and
· A team player, highly motivated to engage with all relevant stakeholders and be able to efficiently work with a wide group of internal GSMA interests and resources, to ensure that the GSMA public policy priorities are effectively implemented in the region.
· Fluency in English both oral and written.
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