Ikore, meaning "harvest” in Yoruba language, is an international development organization, proffering innovative solutions to drive sustainable social and enterprise development. Our vision is to contribute to a prosperous world that creates opportunity for a better life for all, especially the poor and vulnerable. Our Mission is to facilitate market inclusion for improved productivity and a bumper harvest through capacity building, business model/strategy advisory, market linkages, social enterprises and research. Ikore’s view of the world is one of a complex system with inter-dependencies. And as such, we work with the private, public sector and other non-state actors to address barriers to access, achieving scale, efficiency and innovation to agribusiness and other sectors. Whatever we do, we always aim to create a win-win situation for all actors, extending the access frontiers at every opportunity
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- The chief technology officer (CTO) will be responsible for overseeing the development of the platform’s technology. The CTO will oversee the project’s technological needs as well as its research and development.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the overall technology strategy and roadmap for the project, ensuring alignment with the project’s goals and objectives.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the project’s tractor hire platform, ensuring it meets the project’s requirements and delivers a seamless user experience.
- Establish and enforce quality assurance processes to ensure the platform’s reliability, security, and performance.
- Conduct research and stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive innovation and enhance the platform’s functionality.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to the development team, ensuring the use of appropriate technologies, methodologies, and coding standards.
- Work closely with all project managers and stakeholders to understand their technological needs and collaborate on integrating the TracTrac platform with other project components.
- Build and lead a high-performing technology team, including developers, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and innovation.
- Engage and manage relationships with external and internal project stakeholders.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a relevant field.
- At least four years of experience in a technology leadership role, overseeing the development of complex software platforms or digital solutions.
- Knowledge and experience in AgriTech, agricultural mechanization, or rural development would be an advantage.
- Deep understanding of software development methodologies, architectures, and technologies, with expertise in web and mobile solutions.
- Experience in managing and scaling technology platforms would be preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in the software development space.
- Strong organizational management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, adhere to tight deadlines, and respond with flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to stay updated with technological advancements and passion for leveraging technology to drive positive social impact.
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