Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy

About Halotel

Halotel, part of the international Vietnamese telecommunication group Viettel Group, is committed to providing best-in-class service with advanced technology and competitive pricing across Africa. Recognized in 2017 by the Stevie International Awards as the "Fastest Growing Enterprise in the Middle East and Africa," Halotel operates more than 20,000 km of Fiber Optic Cable infrastructure, delivering the most reliable high-speed connections covering up to 95% of the population in Tanzania. We are seeking talented professionals passionate about telecommunications to join our team in building Africa's fastest-growing telecom provider.

Job Purpose

Lead the strategic expansion, maintenance, and optimization of Halotel's national optic fiber footprint. This role oversees the full lifecycle of the four-tier network architecture—Backbone, Distribution, Metro, and Last Mile—ensuring seamless integration with the National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) and high-availability connectivity for all Base Transceiver Stations (BTS).

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Industry Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the telecommunications sector, specifically within fiber optics (OFC) and transmission
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of DWDM, SDH, GPON technologies, and large-scale network deployment

Career Development

This role represents an excellent career development opportunity within a rapidly growing telecommunications organization.