MTN South Africa Recruits Head of Presales, Enterprise Unit (Johannesburg) – 2026

What the job involves

MTN South Africa is looking for a Head of Department – Presales in its Enterprise Business Unit (job ID 7792, MTN Level 3H). The job is full time and hybrid, based at the MTN SA Innovation Centre in Johannesburg. It is a Limited Duration Contract (LDC), and the contract length is not stated.

You would lead a team of engineers who turn customers' needs into fixed and mobile solutions. Your main tasks:

• Design complex solutions for business deals, from first contact to proposal and delivery.
• Meet senior executives and run workshops to understand their business problems.
• Support bids and tenders, and lead executive-level pitch meetings.
• Set solution standards in line with MTN Group guidelines.
• Build partnerships with equipment makers and technology vendors.
• Coach the team, set targets and review performance.
• Manage risks and escalations, and report on the unit's results.

Who can apply

• A 4-year university degree in technology systems (telecom management, IT) or a related field. A Master's or MBA is an advantage.
• At least 10 to 12 years of experience in solution design and delivery, including a leadership role in presales or solutions architecture.
• Solid experience designing complex technical solutions in telecoms or tech, including enterprise solutions.
• A record of working with sales teams to win business, and of managing complex solution projects from start to finish.
• Skills: communication, business sense, analysis, strategic thinking, adaptability.

Documents required

The offer does not list the documents. Expect to upload at least a CV on the online form, and read the instructions on the portal carefully.

Timeline

• Posted: 29/09/2026.
• Deadline: 06/10/2026 at 13:00. The time zone is not stated; if it is South African time, that is 12:00 in Cameroon.

How to apply

Apply only on MTN's official careers site, using the "Apply Now" button on the offer page (job ID 7792). Do not wait for the last day.

Our tips

• Show concrete deals you designed or won, with figures and the size of the teams you led.
• Highlight your experience with large business clients and tender responses.
• Check that you are allowed to work in South Africa before applying.

Beware of scams

Apply only through MTN's official careers site. A genuine application is never paid. Never send money by Mobile Money or any other means to someone who promises you this job.