Head of Information Technology
Description
Our client, a reputable player in the downstream Oil and Gas sector of the Nigerian economy is currently looking to fill the role of Head of Information Technology. Our client engages in the bulk storage and distribution of refined petroleum products (PMS, AGO and DPK) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LPG).
Our client is committed to empowering individuals to achieve their full potential within a supportive and collaborative working environment. We encourage you to take the next step in your career by applying for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and executing an IT road map based on the overall strategy of the firm
Provide vision and leadership to the IT team through the development and maintenance of appropriate IT structure that supports the needs of the organisation as well as the management and supervision of the team.
Direct, plan and oversee the implementation of major Technological and/or Digital initiatives
Provide guidance and oversight to infrastructure best practice configuration and structures
Developing, executing and managing a process of IT security, IT controls and monitoring security risks as well as overseeing measures to manage such risks
Lead and coordinate the projects that relate to the architecture of all software solutions and work with the different departmental heads/consultants as appropriate in this respect
Lead strategic and operational planning for the firm’s Data Management practices, focusing on meeting business needs and requirements through data functions
Identify opportunities for the firm to further leverage data and improve its economic, competitive, and operating positioning
Enable and support business operations to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and technology enablement
Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the firm
Any other responsibilities that are allocated from time to time in view of IT needs and requirements
Requirements
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Information Technology or related field
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
Relevant professional certification in IT service; IT standards & Governance, Security & Cloud Technologies; ERP systems such as Microsoft; and Business Analytics Tools
Minimum Experience:
Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in Information Technology Management
Skills, Competencies/ Requirements:
Network connectivity & Security
Server & Computer Administration
Data Centre Management
Data Management – Databases, Data Warehousing & Analytics, Document Management Systems
Cloud & Digital Technologies
Enterprise Architecture
Service Management – Technology Service Management and Delivery
IT Strategy
IT Project Management – Technical Project Management & Communications
IT standards & Governance – Cobit Standards, ISO27001, Policies & Standards
Business Continuity Planning – Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Management
Leading and motivating diverse high performing IT teams
Cost-Saving Technology initiatives
Vendor Management & SLA Management
Working well across departmental domains in an organisation
Communicating effectively to C Level
Our client, a reputable player in the downstream Oil and Gas sector of the Nigerian economy is currently looking to fill the role of Head of Information Technology. Our client engages in the bulk storage and distribution of refined petroleum products (PMS, AGO and DPK) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LPG).
Our client is committed to empowering individuals to achieve their full potential within a supportive and collaborative working environment. We encourage you to take the next step in your career by applying for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Developing and executing an IT road map based on the overall strategy of the firm
Provide vision and leadership to the IT team through the development and maintenance of appropriate IT structure that supports the needs of the organisation as well as the management and supervision of the team.
Direct, plan and oversee the implementation of major Technological and/or Digital initiatives
Provide guidance and oversight to infrastructure best practice configuration and structures
Developing, executing and managing a process of IT security, IT controls and monitoring security risks as well as overseeing measures to manage such risks
Lead and coordinate the projects that relate to the architecture of all software solutions and work with the different departmental heads/consultants as appropriate in this respect
Lead strategic and operational planning for the firm’s Data Management practices, focusing on meeting business needs and requirements through data functions
Identify opportunities for the firm to further leverage data and improve its economic, competitive, and operating positioning
Enable and support business operations to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and technology enablement
Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the firm
Any other responsibilities that are allocated from time to time in view of IT needs and requirements
Requirements
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Information Technology or related field
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
Relevant professional certification in IT service; IT standards & Governance, Security & Cloud Technologies; ERP systems such as Microsoft; and Business Analytics Tools
Minimum Experience:
Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in Information Technology Management
Skills, Competencies/ Requirements:
Network connectivity & Security
Server & Computer Administration
Data Centre Management
Data Management – Databases, Data Warehousing & Analytics, Document Management Systems
Cloud & Digital Technologies
Enterprise Architecture
Service Management – Technology Service Management and Delivery
IT Strategy
IT Project Management – Technical Project Management & Communications
IT standards & Governance – Cobit Standards, ISO27001, Policies & Standards
Business Continuity Planning – Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Management
Leading and motivating diverse high performing IT teams
Cost-Saving Technology initiatives
Vendor Management & SLA Management
Working well across departmental domains in an organisation
Communicating effectively to C Level
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