Job Description

About the role: Oversee the overall Enterprise Architecture, manage and coordinate various DevOps teams, and manage the design and implementation of bespoke mainframe/ERP systems, digital channels, other software development, including the Client Enterprise Data Warehouse.

Essential functions of the job:

• Active involvement and participation in all major IT-related projects in order to enable business strategy and ensure best possible solutions.
• Manage change to ensure cost effective solutions delivered on time.
• Manage client relationships to ensure alignment between the development team and relevant business units.
• Manage and take responsibility of all activities including technical guidance, regarding the design, development, implementation and maintenance of the Client Systems.
• Ensure the integrity, credibility and accuracy of all data contained within the Data Warehouse as well as all information/cubes/dashboards distributed by the BI department.
• In conjunction with the Head of IT and other senior managers in IT, develop plans aligned with the strategy and implement the objectives of the system needs of the organisation.
• Responsible for building applications to meet business requirements and oversees a team of technical specialists, system analysts and developers.
• Implement mechanisms to monitor, manage, and provide progress feedback on all software development activities, aligned with IT Framework.
• Mentor the development team in best practices, design patterns, and software development techniques
• Manages contracted resources that estimate and carry out the development, testing, documentation and delivery of applications.
• Responsible for designing and developing new products or major enhancements to existing products that incorporate software in the overall functionality of electronic products and services.
• Lead a large development team in the design of highly complex software systems.
• Acts as highest level technical expert addressing problems on systems integration, compatibility and multiple platforms.
• Responsible for project completion. Undertakes feasibility analysis for potential future projects and reports to management.
• Responsible for system design, technical specifications and advanced programming by applying Mainframe, Desktop and Embedded Technologies
• Active involvement and participation in other IT projects in order to ensure the best possible business solutions.
• Ensure the availability of technical skills in order to meet the requirements of users and stakeholders.
• Take ownership of operational activities through the following actions:
• Ensure system availability and stability at all times, to enable business units to perform their duties;
• Effective management of problems and risks; and
• Constantly evaluate system-driven solutions and processes.
• Implement, manage, and comply with the IT Governance Charter and IT Governance framework within Client.

• At least a three-year tertiary diploma or bachelors degree in Business or Computer Sciences or Engineering or IT
• Fifteen years applicable IT experience, of which five years must be managerial level.

• Must possess knowledge of the following:
• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and methodologies
• Strong understanding of agile development cycle
• Firm grasp of object oriented programming concepts and principles
• An understanding of database systems
• Knowledge of web services and standards
• Ability to articulate and gain engagement for ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to motivate in a team-oriented collaborative environment
• Demonstrable and substantial experience in leading and managing teams of software developers
• Hands on experience in coding using multiple recognised industry standard languages
• Experience in successfully designing and developing complex and sophisticated software systems deployed in various environments
• Experience in setting up testing frameworks and procedures
• Project management.
• Risk management;
• Complex systems process analysis, design and simulation methodologies;
• Familiarity with best practice management and governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, King V, ISO, TOGAF, applicable laws, acts, and
• Must possess a valid K53 driving licence.
• Must possess the following skills:
• Good communication skills;
• Customer centricity and focus;
• Facilitating change and change management;
• Negotiation and contract management;
• Leadership qualities; and
• Multitasking and project management skill

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