Your skills and experience
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Business, or a related field
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Minimum 10 years of experience in account management and solution sales within the telecom and/or IT industry
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Strong knowledge of Mobile Networks, Digital Infrastructure, and automation
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Good understanding of mobile and fixed network environments, particularly within emerging markets
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Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets
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Experience in selling software and services in the telecommunications or IT domain (highly preferred)
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Experience managing partners and ecosystems in large-scale transformation programs (preferred)
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Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office suite
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Excellent communication skills in English (additional regional language skills are an advantage)
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High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism
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Lead and drive sales activities across the MI and NI portfolio in East Africa with a special focus on Tanzania.
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Develop deep understanding of customer strategies, market dynamics, and digital infrastructure priorities in East Africa
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Identify, shape, and convert opportunities by aligning Nokia solutions to customer business and technology challenges
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Define and execute account strategies to achieve revenue growth and market expansion
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Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with senior stakeholders across technical, operational, and commercial functions
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Own and manage the sales pipeline, ensuring accuracy and discipline in CRM tools
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Lead complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles from opportunity identification through negotiation and contract closure
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Collaborate with global and regional teams to develop competitive sales strategies and winning proposals
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Coordinate pre-sales, solutioning, and partner ecosystems to deliver differentiated, value-based solutions
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Work closely with delivery and operations teams to ensure alignment on execution, risks, and customer satisfaction