Chief Information Officer at Old Mutual Kenya

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is a senior executive who will be responsible for the overall technology strategy and vision of the organization. The CIO will lead the IT team and all Business Unit Leaders & Function Heads to ensure that technology supports the company's business objectives and goals.

The below are the key responsibilities:

Develop and execute the IT strategy and road map, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals:

• Work closely with senior leaders to understand the business needs and challenges.
• Identify new technology opportunities and assess their potential impact on the business.
• Develop and implement a technology road map that supports the organization's strategic direction
• Ensure that the IT strategy is communicated effectively to all stakeholders and is aligned with the company's overall goals

Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of the company's IT infrastructure and systems:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the IT department, including the development and maintenance of software applications and systems
• Ensure that IT systems and processes are scalable, secure, and reliable.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of new systems and technologies, including cloud computing and data analytics.

Manage the IT budget and resources, including staffing, vendor relationships, and technology procurement:

• Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively
• Manage relationships with external vendors, including technology providers, system integrators, and service providers
• Ensure that procurement processes are aligned with the company's goals and that technology purchases are cost-effective and aligned with the IT roadmap

Ensure data security and privacy compliance:

• Ensure that the company's information systems and data are protected from unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Ensure that data privacy and security policies are in place and are being followed.
• Implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure that the company can respond effectively in the event of an IT failure or security breach

Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to improve business processes and competitiveness:

• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and their potential applications.
• Identify and implement new technologies that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes.

Foster a culture of innovation and encourage the adoption of new technologies by employees Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives, customers, and partners:

• Collaborate with senior leaders to understand the business needs and priorities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and suppliers
• Ensure that technology solutions are aligned with the needs and expectations of key stakeholder

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Design Thinking
• Ability to work on ambiguous and complex projects
• Innovation
• Digitization
• Agile Methodologies (Project Management)
• Leadership Skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Required Experience

• Not less than (8) years of relevant experience with more than three (4) served at a senior level in the financial services/ technology industry.
• Have proven success in executing complex programs and working with all levels of stakeholders from boards, senior executives to individual contributors and possess start-up, incubator, entrepreneurial, Technology, innovation experience, and digital mindset.
• Broad experience in Managing Client relationships. Translating ideas into Business Solutions.
• Have strong experience leading value proposition design, market and competitive research, and leading groups in Automation and digitization and change-oriented projects.
• Should understand the existing global business ecosystems and have the ability to function effectively in a leadership capacity.

Educational Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Equivalent qualification. 
• Master’s degree in ICT or related specialized qualifications