Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy at UBA Bank Tanzania
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Job snapshot
Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy vacancy at UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa). The role keeps critical data platforms available, secure, and performing. The post is based in Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, closing on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
| Role | Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Employer | UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa) |
| Location | Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Team | Corporate Banking Division |
| Deadline | Sunday, September 13, 2026 |
UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa) relies on core database platforms for day-to-day operations.
Role overview
The Team Lead, Telecommunications drives UBA Tanzania's corporate and commercial banking growth across the telecommunications and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure sectors.
The role leads a specialized sector team to acquire corporate clients, structure trade and corporate finance solutions, expand low-cost deposit liabilities, and manage sector-specific credit risk.
Business Development & Portfolio Growth: Drive client acquisition across telecom operators, tower companies, ISPs, and ICT infrastructure firms; achieve set targets for PBT/revenue, low-cost deposits, risk assets, bank guarantees, and foreign exchange transactions.
Credit Evaluation & Risk Management: Screen credit applications, write comprehensive credit memoranda, and monitor approved risk triggers, conditions, and covenants; initiate prompt recovery strategies on watch-listed or non-performing accounts.
Site Visits & Client Engagement: Conduct routine customer site visits to review business operations, technical infrastructure, and collateral; serve as a single point of contact for client executive leadership.
Product Customization & Market Research: Collaborate with Product Development to structure sector-tailored banking solutions; monitor telecom regulations, technological shifts, and market trends to improve customer value propositions.
Team Leadership & Performance: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate direct and indirect reporting Relationship Managers and Officers, ensuring they have the tools and support to achieve individual targets.
Key responsibilities
- Job Opportunity: Team Lead, Telecommunications.
Requirements
- Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive commercial banking experience, with direct exposure to Corporate Banking credit, relationship management, and the Telecommunications sector.
- Leadership & Analytical Skills: Proven ability to work under pressure, negotiate corporate deals, lead sales teams, and perform detailed financial and credit analysis.
- Education: First degree in a Business-related field or Social Sciences from a recognized university. (Higher degrees, MBA, or relevant professional banking certifications are a useful extra).
- Core Competencies: Strong understanding of corporate credit appraisal, telecom trade finance, relationship management, and portfolio quality monitoring.
Key skills
How to apply
Interested candidates who meet the qualifications must submit their application materials via email.
Submission Email: Send application package to recruitment.tanzania@ubagroup.com.
Subject Line: Quote Team Lead, Telecommunications in the email subject line.
Required Attachments: Cover letter, detailed CV/Resume, and copies of all academic certificates.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Apply on the UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa) site
Common questions
- What role is open?
- UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa) is recruiting a Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is Sunday, September 13, 2026.
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the UBA Bank Tanzania (United Bank for Africa) site
Jobconnect application guidance
Before applying for Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy, review the requirements carefully, tailor your CV to the role, and follow the instructions shown in the advert before Sep 13, 2026.
- Identify 2-3 requirements from the advert and make sure they are clearly visible in your CV, cover letter, or application message.
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For Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy at UBA Bank Tanzania, align your CV with the location and role context: Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Interview preparation
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Advert requirement: Education: First degree in a Business-related field or Social Sciences from a recognized university. (Higher degrees, MBA, or relevant professional banking certifications are a useful extra). What relevant experience or training could you discuss for this non-mandatory criterion? Treat this as optional, not a new eligibility rule. Be honest about experience you do not have.
Advert requirement: Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive commercial banking experience, with direct exposure to Corporate Banking credit, relationship management, and the Telecommunications sector. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: Core Competencies: Strong understanding of corporate credit appraisal, telecom trade finance, relationship management, and portfolio quality monitoring. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Leadership & Analytical Skills: Proven ability to work under pressure, negotiate corporate deals, lead sales teams, and perform detailed financial and credit analysis. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Team Lead, Telecommunications Job Vacancy. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Education: First degree in a Business-related field or Social Sciences from a recognized university. (Higher degrees, MBA, or relevant professional ba.
I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Sep 13, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
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