Head; Information Technology at Standard Bank | June 2024
Job Description
To define and implement local IT strategy, partnering with Group Technology and Country leadership, providing strategic vision and operational IT leadership for the Country Information Technology function. To deliver to clients aligned to SBG Business Line strategies, managing in-country delivery and provision of local support for Group shared solutions. To deliver to local requirement, steering investment and country technology capabilities, managing key partners and vendors as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology
Experience Required
Technology Management
Technology
5-7 years
Managing IT functions to deliver to local users. Integrating architecture landscapes and integration with service providers to deliver large scale change projects from concept to implementation.
8-10 years
Proven experience managing information technology in a multi-dimensional corporate environment preferably in the financial industry. Demonstrated ability to have led a business unit and team managing diverse portfolio’s, driving group strategy and translating this to Business level for interpretation and steer of direction. Strong relationship building demonstrated
8-10 years
Proven experience in demand and stakeholder management , utilising limited resources to meet portfolio priorities. Experience in identifying, mitigating and tracking risks and country specific regulatory requirements. Experience with multi-vendor environments and managed service provider relationship management and service tacking is required.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Developing Strategies
- Directing People
- Embracing Change
- Exploring Possibilities
- Providing Insights
- Resolving Conflict
- Team Working
- Thinking Positively
- Upholding Standards
- Valuing Individuals
Technical Competencies:
- Financial Management (IT)
- Internal & External IT Environment
- IT Risk Management
- IT Strategy & Planning
- Knowledge of Banking & Financial Service
