Regulatory Manager at Airtel

The main purpose of the role will be to work together with the Head of Regulatory to obtain and maintain regulatory approvals and licences required for Airtel to operate. Provides guidance and support for implementation and maintenance of regulatory strategy required for the Company’s business.

• Obtains and maintains regulatory approvals and licences required for Airtel to operate

• Provides analysis and counsel on regulatory issues and suggests ways to maximise licensing opportunities

• Researches on and benchmarks licensing conditions and terms with best practices world wide

• Establishes and maintains cordial relationships with regulatory and governmental bodies

• Track and review competitor actions

• Maintain good working relationships with other operators

• Draws and manages Interconnection Agreements and terms

• Supports management and collect interconnect debt

• Prepare quarterly compliance reports and periodical reporting  as and when required

• Highlights key activities in the regulatory and competition environment

• Works with the Head of regulatory to develop and submit reports on actions to exploit the opportunities or mitigate the threats:

• Provide quarterly compliance checklists at the end of every quarter both internally and to the Regulator

• Provide any other information requested by the Group Office as and when required.

Qualifcations   

• Law Degree from a recognized University.

• Over 3 years’ experience in legal practice  or at least 2 years’ experience in telecommunications sector 

• Good knowledge of regulatory/competitive environment in Kenya, laws and regulations applicable to the entire corporation

• Able to handle, prioritize, multiple projects simultaneously

• Good interpersonal skills

• Good communication skills

• Good analytical skills

• Proactive and  a fast learner 

• Able to operate in a performance driven organisation

• Good networking skills