About the role: Oversee the overall Enterprise Architecture, manage, and coordinate various DevOps teams, and manage the design and implementation of bespoke mainframe/ERP systems, digital channels, and other software development, including the company Enterprise Data Warehouse. Essential functions of the job: ·Active involvement and participation in all major IT-related projects to enable business strategy and ensure the best possible solutions. ·Manage change to ensure cost-effective solutions are delivered on time. ·Manage client relationships to ensure alignment between the development team and relevant business units. ·Manage and take responsibility for all activities including technical guidance, regarding the design, development, implementation, and ·maintenance of the company Systems. ·Ensure the integrity, credibility, and accuracy of all data contained within the Data Warehouse as well as al. ·information/cubes/dashboards distributed by the BI department. ·In conjunction with the Head of IT and other senior managers in IT, develop plans aligned with the strategy and implement the ·objectives of the system need of the organization. ·Responsible for building applications to meet business requirements and overseeing a team of technical specialists, system analysts, and developers. ·Implement mechanisms to monitor, manage, and provide progress feedback on all software development activities, aligned with IT Framework. ·Mentor the development team in best practices, design patterns, and software development techniques. ·Manages contracted resources that estimate and carry out the development, testing, documentation, and delivery of applications. Responsible for designing and developing new products or major enhancements to existing products that incorporate software. ·the overall functionality of electronic products and services. ·Lead a large development team in the design of highly complex software systems. ·Acts as highest-level technical expert addressing problems on systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms. ·Responsible for project completion. Undertakes feasibility analysis for potential future projects and reports to management. · Responsible for system design, technical specifications, and advanced programming by applying Mainframe, Desktop, and Embedded ·Technologies ·Active involvement and participation in other IT projects to ensure the best possible business solutions. ·Ensure the availability of technical skills to meet the requirements of users and stakeholders. ·Take ownership of operational activities through the following actions: Always ensure system availability and stability, to enable business units to perform their duties. Effective management of problems and risks; and Constantly evaluate system-driven solutions and processes. ·Implement, manage, and comply with the IT Governance Charter and IT Governance framework within the company. Qualification and experience: At least a three bachelors degree in business computer sciences or engineering or IT 10 years applicable IT tertiary diploma or experience, of which five years must be managerial level.
