Job Description

9682//Cape Town//
R HIGHLY NEGOTIABLE PLUS ANNUAL PERFORMANCE BONUS
Our client is an independent specialised environmental consulting firm offering the full spectrum of environmental management services across all sectors within the African continent. They provide guidance to their clients on their environmental risks and opportunities and assist in the planning of their activities so that they are able to maintain the integrity of socio-economic and ecological systems in a sustainable way.
They now seek a IT senior manager to join their team. You will report to the chief financial officer (CFO).
JOB DESCRIPTION WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• You will be required to ensure that the business is prepared to grow efficiently and effectively in line with its strategic objectives;
• You will be required to ensure the business has the data and infrastructure it needs to make decisions in a timely, accurate and flexible manner. This includes, but is not limited to, management of the business systems strategy, projects, infrastructure / operations, architecture, governance, risk and program management, data warehouse, cybersecurity, applications and business partner projects and relationships. You will view your position and the function as strategic to the company's success, be focused on bringing value to the overall business, and be viewed as an expert and trusted advisor to the leadership group;
• You will be required to have a proven track record of delivering successful IT projects aligned to support business growth. This function will work closely with providers of outsourced services;
• You will be required to develop IT strategy and technical roadmap for the company, working across the business to understand the needs of the business in alignment with the company's strategic priorities;
• You will be required to bring clarity and direction to strategic business decisions by enabling the data used within the company to map to key company goals, metrics and data insights;
• You will be required to create and communicate business / technology alignment plans to the executive team, employees, business partners and stakeholders;
• You will be required to collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement innovative technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support business objectives; identify training needs and deliver training programs to promote user self-service and technical proficiency;
• You will be required to create an environment of exceptional teamwork and leadership behaviours within the IT function and across other peer groups; lead, inspire and motivate, driving a culture of accountability;
• You will be required to proactively identify and pursue opportunities to exploit new technologies to achieve key business objectives; monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can improve their information technology position;
• You will be required to manage relationships with various technology, vendors and stakeholders to achieve project objectives across the project portfolio and ensure timely and effective resolution of technical issues;
• You will be required to develop and implement an IT governance framework, underlying policies, procedures, standards and guidelines for the company;
• You will be required to analyse the costs, value and risks of information technology to advise management and suggest actions; create and manage annual operating budget and forecasting for IT;
• You will be required to create, implement and maintain policies, standards, practices and procedures to ensure system security and compliance with existing regulations;
• You will be required to implement, integrate and maintain risk management, business continuity and disaster recovery procedures across the enterprise, based on a thorough understanding of key IT services that must be maintained to reduce financial loss and ensure critical stakeholder service capability;
• You will be responsible for the justification and prioritization of technology initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technologies;
• You will be required to develop and oversee a dashboard providing comprehensive IT reports including KPI's, SLA's, financials and other project portfolio metrics; balance competing demands of scope, time, cost, quality, resources and risks;
• You will be required to identify opportunities for process improvement, optimization and automation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, including AI and machine learning;
• You will be responsible for the overall cybersecurity program supporting a commercial company including policies and procedures to protect the organization's digital assets, systems and data;
• You will be required to remain knowledgeable and networked with industry trends, best practices and emerging technologies in anticipation of new business processes and enhancements;
• You will be required to ensure the company's technology processes, service and systems are compliant with legal requirements and regulations;
• You will be required to gather, analyse and document business requirements for IT projects across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with business objectives;
• You will be required to source suitable solutions and manage implementation from inception to completion;
• You will be required to serve as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders and IT teams to facilitate clear communication and understanding of project requirements and goals;
• You will be required to plan, execute and oversee IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and within budget;
• You will be required to monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to ensure successful project delivery;
• You will be required to work with stakeholders to collect, process and analyse data to generate insights and support business decision-making;
• You will be required to develop and maintain dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights to business units;
• You will be required to assist in the development of user manuals, training materials and other documentation to ensure user adoption of new systems;
• You will be required to conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure successful delivery and adoption of solutions and to identify areas for improvement;
• You will be required to oversee the standardisation and implementation of IT policies and procedures;
• You will be required to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance processes and solutions;
• You will be required to lead change management to embed IT innovations and process improvements. Advocate for and provide mentorship to "citizen developers" within the business;
• You will be required to foster a community of practice among employees to share knowledge on better use of existing system.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• You have an inquisitive mind;
• You have strong analytical skills;
• You have excellent communication (verbal and written) skills in English;
• You have honed project management skills;
• You have sound problem-solving skills;
• You have strong leadership skills demonstration with having managed IT teams before;
• You are a strategic thinker: align IT strategy with business objectives;
• You are a collaborative leader: foster teamwork and stakeholder engagement;
• You are an innovative problem solver: encourage creative solutions;
• You are an effective communicator: translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders;
• You are adaptable and agile: thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments;
• You are customer-centric: prioritize customer needs;
• You are results driven: focus on delivering measurable outcomes;
• You are ethical and transparent: demonstrate integrity and accountability;
• You have a demonstrable track record of working with persons at all levels;
• You have experience in managing and maintaining good relationships with service providers;
• You have general gravitas with a can-do attitude;
• You have high energy and good under time pressure;
• You have a keen eye for detail. You are adaptable, agile and flexible;
• You have the ability to work under pressure and with deadlines;
• You are a collaborative team player with leadership skills;
• You have emotional intelligence and empathy. A friendly, technically astute hard working good human - will fit in here.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• You have a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related technical discipline; MBA/MS - this is preferred;
• You have a minimum of 10 years current, relevant overall IT experience with increasing responsibility and in a services or financial services company - no retail, manufacturing or parastatal environments;
• You have proven experience developing and implementing an IT functional growth philosophy and vision to meet company evolution and expansion. Sourcing, supporting and retaining talent to deliver on functional objectives;
• You have in-depth working knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, architecture, governance frameworks and industry best practices;
• You have an understanding of purchasing, budgeting, and planning processes and experience with IT contracts; extensive vendor management experience;
• You have a proven track record of successful IT projects and initiatives;
• You have solid experience with digital transformation and innovation;
• You have strong project management skills and experience;
• You have relevant certifications a plus but demonstrable ongoing training and upskilling is more important.

Great team. Superb CFO - lovely opportunity.

Skills Required