(01) TECHNICAL DIRECTOR H/F (Ref. IT0122)

BASSAGAL CONSULTING AFRICA is recruiting, on behalf of one of its clients, MULTINATIONAL IN THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SECTOR
ONE (01) TECHNICAL DIRECTOR H/F (Ref. IT0122)

Position based in Douala
Reporting to the Managing Director, your main missions will be:

 Play a key role in establishing technology vision and lead the Company’s technology innovation and development ;

 Recommend and implement the technical strategy roadmap that will align with company business goals and objectives in support of continuing growth ;

 See the role through the lens of the business, while driving innovative technologies that will enhance the company’s products and services and create a sustainable competitive advantage for the Company.

In order to fulfil your missions, you will:

 Actively participate in the definition and implementation of the long and short-term technology strategy in line with the local Operation and Group Technology strategy and goals;

 Proactively establish relationships and meet with current and potential customers to demonstrate the company’s credibility at solving problems with technically differentiated solutions ;

 Seek partnerships with strategic suppliers, local renowned universities, and high schools to increase learning opportunities and research projects ;

 Responsible for the development and mentoring of mid senior level technical staff ;

 Responsible for network assurance and performance ;
 Change leadership focus and orientation ;
 Build a culture of accountability within the entire technical team ;
 Participate in the staffing of Department(Regions). This entails the identification of the capabilities required for immediate and future operations, the recruitment, training, development planning and motivation of personnel.

Profile :

 A Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronic Engineering or related field of study.
 At least 10 years’ experience in the field of Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronic Engineering.
 Proven track record in innovation strategy .
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills in relevant languages to the accounts assigned.
 Strong team building experience, both direct and through cross-functional teams.
 International experience in innovative raw materials, ingredients industry and startup is a plus.
 Be leader and focus on optimization and continuous improvement .
 Bilingual speaking (English/French) with strong verbal and written communication skills is essential.

Interested candidates should send their CV specifying the reference « IT0122 » at the following address:
yannick.billigha@bassagal-consulting.com
The deadline to apply is 14th March 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.