
Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy at Halotel
Job: Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy at Halotel – April 2026
Organization background:
Rewarded in 2017 by the Stevie International Awards as the “Fastest
Growing Enterprise in the Middle East and Africa”, Halotel have proven
its ambition to become the leader in the telecommunication market in
Africa.
As part of the international Vietnamese telecommunication group “Viettel Group”, Halotel strive to provide the best service with high technology and reasonable price in Africa. With more than 20,000 km of Fiber Optic Cable, Halotel’s network is the most reliable connection at high-speed covering up to 95% of the Population in Tanzania.
Halotel is always looking for individual who are Professionals, Talented and Passionate about telecommunication as we are, to join our Family in building the Fastest Growing Telecom in Tanzania.
Position title:
Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy
Job purpose:
To lead the strategic expansion, maintenance, and optimization of
Halotel’s national optic fiber footprint. This role is responsible for
overseeing 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:
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Industry experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the telecommunications sector, specifically within fiber optics (OFC) and transmission.
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Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
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Technical proficiency: Deep understanding of DWDM, SDH, GPON technologies, and large-scale IP/MPLS network architectures.
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Leadership: Proven track record of managing large cross-functional teams and multi-million dollar infrastructure budgets.
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Local context: Strong knowledge of the Tanzanian telecom landscape, including familiarity with TCRA regulations and NICTBB operational protocols.
Reporting to: CTO / CEO
Workplace:
All regions, Tanzania
Employment benefits:
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Attractive remuneration based on experience and business result outcome.
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Company health insurance plan.
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Employee allowances.
Application method:
All CV and cover letter have to be sent to HR@halotel.co.tz.
Additional information:
Visit our website and social media pages for reviewing Job description.
Halotel approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply.
Closing date:
Not specified in the announcement. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Senior Fiber Planning & Transmission Engineer at Halotel
Job: Senior Fiber Planning & Transmission Engineer at Halotel – April 2026
Organization background:
Rewarded in 2017 by the Stevie International Awards as the “Fastest
Growing Enterprise in the Middle East and Africa”, Halotel have proven
its ambition to become the leader in the telecommunication market in
Africa.
As part of the international Vietnamese telecommunication group “Viettel Group”, Halotel strive to provide the best service with high technology and reasonable price in Africa. With more than 20,000 km of Fiber Optic Cable, Halotel’s network is the most reliable connection at high-speed covering up to 95% of the Population in Tanzania.
Halotel is always looking for individual who are Professionals, Talented and Passionate about telecommunication as we are, to join our Family in building the Fastest Growing Telecom in Tanzania.
Position title:
Senior Fiber Planning & Transmission Engineer
Job purpose:
To serve as the principal technical architect for Halotel’s national
fiber and transmission network. This role is responsible for the
strategic design, capacity forecasting, and technical integrity of the
DWDM, SDH, and GPON ecosystems. The Senior Engineer ensures that all
backbone, distribution, and last-mile networks are highly resilient,
scalable, and flawlessly integrated with the National ICT Broadband
Backbone (NICTBB).
Required qualifications & experience:
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Industry experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the telecommunications sector, specifically within fiber optics (OFC), engineering, core transmission planning, and network architecture.
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Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
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Technical proficiency: Deep understanding of DWDM, SDH, GPON technologies, and large-scale IP/MPLS network architectures. Expert proficiency with GIS planning software (e.g., GE Small world, MapInfo) and optical design tools.
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Leadership: Proven track record of leading technical engineering teams, directing complex designs projects, and managing multi-million dollar CAPEX infrastructure budgets.
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Local context: Strong knowledge of the Tanzanian telecom landscape, including familiarity with TCRA regulations, national spectrum allocation, and NICTBB operational protocols.
Reporting to: Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy
Workplace:
All regions, Tanzania
Employment benefits:
-
Attractive remuneration based on experience and business result outcome.
-
Company health insurance plan.
-
Employee allowances.
Application method:
All CV and cover letter have to be sent to HR@halotel.co.tz.
Additional information:
Visit our website and social media pages for reviewing Job description.
Halotel approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply.
Regional Fiber Operations Officer at Halotel
Job: Regional Fiber Operations Officer at Halotel – April 2026
Organization background:
Rewarded in 2017 by the Stevie International Awards as the “Fastest
Growing Enterprise in the Middle East and Africa”, Halotel have proven
its ambition to become the leader in the telecommunication market in
Africa.
As part of the international Vietnamese telecommunication group “Viettel Group”, Halotel strive to provide the best service with high technology and reasonable price in Africa. With more than 20,000 km of Fiber Optic Cable, Halotel’s network is the most reliable connection at high-speed covering up to 95% of the Population in Tanzania.
Halotel is always looking for individual who are Professionals, Talented and Passionate about telecommunication as we are, to join our Family in building the Fastest Growing Telecom in Tanzania.
Position title:
Regional Fiber Operations Officer
Job purpose:
To direct and oversee the end-to-end operational execution, maintenance,
and expansion of Halotel’s fiber optic infrastructure across all
regional branches and zones in Tanzania. This leadership role acts as
the critical bridge between national strategy and local execution,
ensuring that every regional team adheres to global telecom standards,
minimizes Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), and maintains seamless
connectivity for the distribution and last-mile networks.
Required qualifications & experience:
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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, large-scale IP/MPLS network architectures, and modern fiber optic testing and splicing methodologies.
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Leadership: Proven track record of managing large cross-functional field teams (100+ personnel) and multi-million dollar regional OPEX budgets.
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Local context: Strong knowledge of the Tanzanian telecom landscape, including familiarity with TCRA regulations, NICTBB operational protocols, and the distinct geographical challenges of Tanzania’s various zones.
Reporting to: Director of Fiber Infrastructure & Network Strategy
Workplace:
All regions, Tanzania
Employment benefits:
-
Attractive remuneration based on experience and business result outcome.
-
Company health insurance plan.
-
Employee allowances.
Application method:
All CV and cover letter have to be sent to HR@halotel.co.tz.
Additional information:
Visit our website and social media pages for reviewing Job description.
Halotel approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply.