• Application Deadline:
• Position: Head of Technology


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

POSITION SUMMARY, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY & PURPOSE OF JOB:

• The purpose of the job is to provide sound technical leadership in cybersecurity and technology development in all aspects of our business.


• The incumbent will serve as a strategic thought-partner, and report to the CEO. A strong business acumen is essential in this role.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities:

• Build and Manage Cybersecurity Development for Client.


• Manage IT staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees, communicating job expectations and appraising their performance.


• Work closely with the Commercial Team in uncovering clients’ request.


• Design, develop, implement, and coordinate technology development systems, policies and procedures.


• Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems. Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy.


• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time. Audit systems and assess their outcomes.


• Preserve IT assets, information security and control structures. Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness.


• Responsible for establishing and delivering the Commercial IT vision aligned with Commercial strategy.


• Develop a deep understanding of the Commercial organization and establish and own the Commercial IT roadmap which addresses gaps in current delivery and identifies new solutions to enable growth.


• Understand and balance the immediate needs of Commercial, supports new business demands and helps define future solutions regarding suitable systems and IT services.


• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Commercial IT team while also developing people from both a functional skills and leadership perspective.


• Ensure that the Commercial IT organization is structured and resourced cost effectively to implement the Commercial IT roadmap and oversee operational support.


• Develop and maintain internal partnerships with stakeholders, external partnerships with vendors and provide regular feedback that is actionable.


• Collaborate with Commercial stakeholders to understand, document and prioritize requests.


• Proactively communicate with stakeholders in order to provide updates, anticipate future needs and offer strategic recommendations and insights.


• Accountable for ensuring that solutions and services deliver expected business value.


• Engage as a member of the ITLT (Information Technology Leadership Team).


• Liaising with Product Managers to provide feedback from clients about product requirements


• Keeping abreast of market trends and product & competitor landscapes.


• Constantly be on the lookout for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues and deliver better value to the customer.

CHALLENGES & OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

• Fast paced work environment.


• High frequency of unscheduled demands with tight timelines from management and the business environment.


• Consistent and aggressive follow through on receivables.