Head of Technology needed at Enov8 Solutions Limited

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.