Dark Fibre Africa
ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS & TASKS)
Technical Leadership & Team Development
Architect and implement scalable data and AI solutions aligned with Telco-specific challenges and opportunities.
Provide technical direction and mentorship in building out the DMA (Data Management & Analytics) team.
Lead the evaluation and adoption of modern data technologies and frameworks
AI Strategy & Delivery
Champion the design, delivery, and operationalization of AI/ML models that drive measurable business value.
Define AI adoption roadmaps and ensure successful integration into business workflows and systems.
Oversee AI use case identification, prioritization, experimentation, and scale-up.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with business leaders, data engineers, analysts, and product teams to ensure alignment of AI initiatives with organizational goals.
Engage with C-level executives and senior stakeholders to shape the data and AI agenda and translate strategic objectives into data initiatives.
Communicate complex data concepts and insights clearly and persuasively to business and executive audiences.
Data Governance & Quality
Advocate and implement data management best practices, including data lineage, quality, privacy, and ethical AI standards.
Work with the Head of DMA to develop and institutionalize governance frameworks and policies.
Strategic Initiatives
Act as a thought leader in identifying emerging trends in data and AI relevant to the Telco industry.
Play a key role in enterprise-wide digital transformation and strategic planning.
Requirements
Qualifications and experience
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in data science, data engineering, or related fields, with demonstrable leadership experience.
Proven track record of AI/ML delivery at scale in enterprise environments, ideally within the telecommunications sector.
Deep understanding of cloud data platforms, AI/ML technologies, and data lifecycle management.
Experience in managing or growing technical teams.
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