Chief Information Officer at SBM Bank

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the position holder will be responsible to devise the Bank’s IT strategy whilst ensuring that all systems necessary to its operations and objectives are in place. The Chief Information Officer will endeavour to innovate and contribute to the Bank’s advancement in terms of technology and methods of processing and managing information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement and manage the overall use of IT within the Bank from a support and security perspective
• Develop and lead on strategies to improve the efficiency and efficacy of technological initiatives
• Select and implement suitable technology to streamline internal operations and contribute towards optimising their strategic benefits
• Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) of the Bank to ensure optimal performance
• Ensure the Bank’s data security by keeping abreast of the latest cyber security threats and implement necessary controls to guard against them
• Guide and direct digital transformation in view of contributing towards leveraging technology
• Monitor changes or advancements in technology to uncover ways the Bank can achieve competitive advantage
• Analyse the costs, value and risks of IT in view of contributing towards the Bank’s objectives whilst ensuring full compliance with internal and external regulators
• Provide strong leadership to the IT team through coaching, mentoring and talent development initiatives

Job Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in the field of Computer Science and Information Technology or equivalent
• 15+ years’ experience in IT, 5 years of which must have been in Senior Management role
• Sound knowledge and grasp of banking practices and regulations in relations to IT environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Analytical mind and great problem solving skills