Smart Partners Consulting – Our client, a world-class Luxury company is currently recruiting for the position below:
Job Title: Head of IT
Location: Lagos
Job Summary
The head of IT will be in charge of a team of IT managers and manage the company’s technology operations and the implementation of new IT systems and policies.
Responsibities
- Oversee all technology operations (e.g. network security) and evaluate them according to established goals
- Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper management
- Analyze the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs
- Purchase efficient and cost effective technological equipment and software
- Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency
- Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and report to upper management
- Coordinate IT managers and supervise computer scientists, technicians and other professionals to provide guidance
- Control budget and report on expenditure
- Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years Proven experience as IT Manager, Team Lead or similar role
- Experience in analysis, implementation and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications
- Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), programming,networks etc.
- Experience in controlling information technology budget
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Outstanding communication abilities
- B.Sc./BA in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus
Application Closing Date
10th January, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume along with a cover letter to: talent@smartpartnersng.com using the “Job title” as the subject of the email.