Reporting to the Group CEO, the purpose of the role is to provide leadership and direction in the provision and delivery of ICT services throughout the company; to develop the service in alignment with local and regional strategies whilst taking into account IT market developments. He/She will oversee the ICT business change programs and deliver various business support systems to a range of users across the company.
Responsibilities
* Participate in the company strategic development process, develop and implement an ICT strategy that
ensures the company is prepared for changes in the nature of its business processes.
* To provide strategic ICT advice to the management, and where required a detailed business case for future investment proposals, in order to ensure that current and future organizational strategic plans are supported by the organization’s ICT strategy.
* Oversee the development and delivery of ICT products and services, in accordance with agreed service and performance standards, industry best practice and in alignment with company objectives and regional and national strategic initiatives.ensures the company is prepared for changes in the nature of its business processes.
* To provide strategic ICT advice to the management, and where required a detailed business case for future investment proposals, in order to ensure that current and future organizational strategic plans are supported by the organization’s ICT strategy.
* Work with a team of ICT professionals and other key stakeholders, the job holder will ensure that international IT standards in a multi-site system, are established and maintained.
* Ensure that IT infrastructure, design and selection, supports the organization’s needs and develop/review procedures, policies and workflows accordingly
* Drive the ICT collaborative agenda on behalf of the company, in conjunction with other organizations.
* Control and manage all revenue and capital expenditure and budgets, ensuring expenditure within the ICT function is appropriately managed, based on lean management principles, quality of service commitment and performance management.
* Lead on the procurement, supply and negotiation of ICT goods and services for the company in conjunction with legal and procurement professionals, as appropriate.
* Oversee all people management matters within the function. This includes the development of teams and individuals so as to enhance performance and potential.
* Manage the relationship with all key stakeholders both internally and externally and maintain appropriate communications forums with them.
Requirements
* Masters in Information Management and/or Business Administration or equivalent with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Information Management.
* At least 10 years progressive experience in ICT Strategy Implementation preferably in the financial/insurance sectors.
* Ideally more than 5 years professional experience in an ICT environment including delivery of major projects
* The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent leadership and change management skills.
* Good corporate profile, excellent customer and business development skill
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* At least 10 years progressive experience in ICT Strategy Implementation preferably in the financial/insurance sectors.
* Ideally more than 5 years professional experience in an ICT environment including delivery of major projects
* The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent leadership and change management skills.
* Good corporate profile, excellent customer and business development skill
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter and detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 19th August 2011.
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz
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