• Application Deadline: Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Senior Technology Officer/Adviser


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 10 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

We are looking for a Senior Technology Officer/Adviser who will be responsible for making executive technology decisions on behalf of the company, including managing a technology portfolio to align the company with its vision for its technological needs. S/he should be a strategic thinker, an effective communicator, and an expert in technological development.

S/he will work directly with the CEO and will act as both a technology and business expert, making decisions that will impact the current and future operations of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Run with the vision for how technology will be used in the company.


• Identify, compare, select and implement technology solutions to meet current and future needs.


• Outline the goals for research and development.


• Create timelines for the development and deployment of all technological services.


• Make executive decisions on behalf of the company's technological requirements.


• Represent the technological agenda in Management meetings and when making hiring decisions


• Maintain a consumer-focused outlook and manage technology budgets and time frames for purchasing, staffing and operations


• Create overall technology standards and practices & Ensure adherence to regulatory standards.


• Lead the strategy for technology platforms, partnerships, and external relationships


• Aid in the delivery of IT projects to market.


• Track, analyze, and monitor technology performance metrics


• Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture


• Keep abreast of new trends and best practices in the technology landscape


• Take the initiative in thought; leadership, innovation and creativity


• Work closely with Marketing, Business Development and Operations to define and deliver new products and enhancements

Requirements:

• At least a Masters degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, an MBA is an added advantage


• MUST have Web Development experience


• At least 10 years of experience working in a technological role.


• A minimum of 2 years in a managerial/leadership role.

Skills:

• Advanced technological skillset and a demonstrated history with technology.


• Exceptional team management skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication.


• Ability to delegate efficiently.


• In-depth knowledge of web systems architecture, design, and development


• Hands-on experience with complex project management


• Extensive industry knowledge with an eye toward the future.