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Head of Unit, IT Infrastructure Management at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

LAPO Microfinance Bank LimitedLagos, Nigeria Networking and Tech Support
Full Time
LAPO Microfinance Bank is a pro-poor financial institution committed to the social and economic empowerment of low-income households through provision of access to responsive financial services on a sustainable basis. The Institution was established in the late 1980s as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) by Godwin Ehigiamusoe in response to the effects of the implementation of the Structural Adjustment Programme (SAP) in 1986. In 2010, LAPO MfB obtained the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to operate as a state microfinance bank and in 2012, it got an approval as a national microfinance bank. Over the years, LAPO MfB has emerged as a leading institution delivering a range of financial services to over a million people in Nigeria. Our Vision/Mission: Improving lives The LAPO MfB family share mutual core values that are centred on: Integrity Innovativeness Simplicity Excellence Customer-centeredness

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive IT infrastructure strategy that aligns with the bank's overall business objectives.
  • Infrastructure Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, storage systems, and data centres.
  • Technology Governance: Establish and enforce IT governance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
  • Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks to protect the bank's data, systems, and operations.
  • Capacity Planning: Forecast future IT infrastructure needs and ensure adequate capacity to support the bank's growth.
  • Vendor Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing team of IT infrastructure professionals.
  • Budget Management: Prepare and manage the IT infrastructure budget, optimizing resource allocation and cost control.

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