General Manager – Satellite Business & Partnerships | Bayobab (An MTN Group Company) | Johannesburg, South Africa / Dubai, UAE Recruiting Company: Bayobab Job Location: Johannesburg, South Africa / Dubai, UAE Job Type: Full-Time, Senior Leadership Application Method: Apply via link provided Application Link Here Department: Bayobab CEO Office Job Level: 4 Position Summary Bayobab is seeking a visionary General Manager to lead its Satellite Business & Partnerships strategy across Africa and the Middle East. This role is critical in shaping MTN’s non‑terrestrial connectivity roadmap, forging global satellite partnerships, and integrating GEO/MEO/LEO systems into MTN’s next‑generation digital infrastructure. Detailed Job Description As the General Manager of Satellite Business & Partnerships, you will drive the strategic development, commercial growth, and technical integration of satellite and non‑terrestrial network (NTN) technologies across the Bayobab ecosystem. Your work will involve leading multi-market programs, developing strategic alliances with global satellite operators, and overseeing satellite-to-telco integration for connectivity expansion. You will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, commercial, and regulatory teams to establish future‑proofed infrastructure that supports MTN’s pan-African digital ambitions. This senior role demands strong technical depth, commercial acumen, and executive leadership capabilities aligned with emerging space‑based technologies. ✅ Key Responsibilities ✓ Lead Bayobab’s end-to-end satellite strategy and partnership ecosystem ✓ Drive commercial and product leadership across wholesale, enterprise, and emerging connectivity markets ✓ Oversee integration of GEO/MEO/LEO satellite systems into MTN’s infrastructure ✓ Manage multi-country programs with cross-functional coordination and governance ✓ Represent Bayobab in strategic partner negotiations with global satellite operators ✓ Lead business planning, investment cases, and long-term satellite roadmaps ✓ Guide regional teams on satellite product development, regulatory readiness, and technology best practices ✓ Strengthen Bayobab’s role in the African and Middle Eastern telecommunications landscape Required Qualifications & Skills ✓ Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field ✓ Master’s degree (MBA, Engineering, or similar) preferred ✓ Relevant professional certifications in satellite, space systems, or NTN technologies ✓ At least 10 years of experience in satellite, telecom infrastructure, or related engineering fields ✓ Demonstrated expertise with GEO/MEO/LEO systems, ground infrastructure, and telco integration ✓ Proven commercial leadership in wholesale, enterprise, or connectivity markets ✓ Strong multi‑market program management experience ✓ Familiarity with African and Middle Eastern regulatory frameworks is an advantage ✨ Nice-to-Have Skills ✓ Experience partnering with global satellite operators ✓ Exposure to NTN/5G satellite standardization efforts ✓ Understanding of digital infrastructure economics in emerging markets ✓ Background in space-tech innovation or satellite commercialization ✓ Experience leading cross‑market engineering and commercial teams Recruitment Pro Tip Showcase leadership achievements involving satellite partnerships, multi‑country telecom programs, or successful GEO/MEO/LEO integrations—these demonstrate the strategic influence and domain expertise required for a senior leadership role in Bayobab’s evolving satellite ecosystem. #J-18808-Ljbffr