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Head, Information Technology at Prosperis Holdings Company Limited

Prosperis Holdings Company LimitedLagos, Nigeria Networking and Tech Support
Full Time
Prosperis Holdings Company Limited is a principal investment firm that invests in Green Field and Brown Field opportunities with significant growth potentials by adopting disruptive and innovative ways of optimizing returns to all stakeholders.

JOB SUMMARY

  • Responsible for leading and overseeing the IT departments to deliver software, infrastructure and architecture that meet the needs of users, in line with best practices. Develop and deliver a strategic technological vision and direction for the Group, and effectively communicate project lifecycles to all stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Develop and execute IT policies in line with best practices; Responsible for the maintenance and development of internal and external IT support systems.
  • Ensure delivery of consistent and agile processes across the team;
  • Define and maintain the IT strategy and infrastructure plan;
  • Review and apply best practices to establish architecture and frameworks consistent with and supportive of the product Strategy;
  • Identify and implement technology trends that will support the future success of the business;
  • Manage all existing websites and keep them up to date;
  • Create, implement and maintain a continuous improvement plan for software development and IT infrastructure;
  • Implement a mechanism to monitor, manage and provide progress on all software development activities
  • Research the external environment, and where appropriate, identify and recommend external partners for the delivery of best-in-class technologies suitable for the Group’s applications;
  • Communicate project lifecycles effectively to the Executives and other stakeholders;
  • Work effectively with Project Managers and Product Owners to ensure delivery against agreed priorities;
  • Collaborate with the appropriate functions and users to evaluate and identify technology platforms for delivering the company’s products and internal services;
  • Work with developers to design algorithms and flowcharts.
  • Accountable for on-time and to specification delivery of software development projects;
  • Work closely with the COO to meet current and future user needs;
  • Articulate to colleagues, Trustees and user communities, the company’s technological vision, opportunities, and challenges as agreed with the COO
  • Understand the use cases (and/or user stories) to oversee the design of the architecture for the products to be built;
  • Ensure the technology standards and best practices are maintained across the organization.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or HND degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or a related course from a reputable institution.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be proficient in the use of React; however, View JS is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

  • React
  • View JS
  • PMP

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements – SEC or CBN at a minimum
  • Ability to mentor and coach
  • Ability to streamline processes for maximum efficiency
  • Ability to communicate vision to teams
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Establish and maintain focus on long-term vision
  • Confront difficult issues head-on and find required solutions
  • Presenting and communicating information;
  • Decision-making skills;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Great interpersonal skills;
  • Result-oriented; coping with pressures and setbacks

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a similar role
  • Demonstrable experience in leading a team
  • Experience developing and executing IT policies, procedures and familiarity with best practice
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a financial services firm.

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