Born in Comoros, Jambay grew up in France and played for the Madagascar national team internationally.
After Marseille, he had spells with Toulouse FC and CS Sedan Ardennes.
He also coached his hometown team Djabal Club d'Iconi and helped them win their first Comoros Premier League title.
[2] He made his debut for Madagascar in a 3–1 loss against Algeria on 24 April 2003 in friendly game.
[3] After retirement, Jambay had a stadium named after him in the Busserine district in Marseille, where he grew up.