Head-IT Enterprise Architect at Jubilee Insurance

Job Ref. No.: JLIL144

Role Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for leading and managing the technology strategy and architectural framework within the organization. The role holder will also play a crucial role in aligning technology solutions with business objectives, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Main Responsibilities

 Strategy:

• Develop and maintain the IT enterprise architecture roadmap aligned with the organization's strategic goals, specifically focusing on industry requirements.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices relevant to drive innovation and digital transformation.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including business leaders, to understand business requirements and translate them into technology solutions and architectural designs specific to the insurance industry.

Operational:

• Define and enforce IT architecture standards, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent and efficient technology implementations.
• Evaluate existing IT systems, applications, and infrastructure, to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions for business units, considering factors such as performance, reliability, and scalability.

Corporate Governance (Regulatory and Compliance):

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, data privacy, security, and governance requirements.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and risk management teams to address regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations.
• Monitor and assess technology-related risks specific to the insurance industry and implement necessary controls to safeguard the organization's assets and sensitive data.

Leadership and Culture:

• Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the IT architecture team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business units, particularly business units, to promote a unified vision and drive technology initiatives.
• Champion the adoption of enterprise architecture principles and methodologies within the various units to drive consistency and standardization across technology solutions.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strategic thinking and visioning within the industry.
• Ability to translate insurance business requirements into technology solutions.
• Strong project management and organizational skills in an insurance context.
• Risk assessment and mitigation specific to insurance operations.
• Ability to drive change and foster innovation.
• Collaboration and teamwork within business units and IT teams.
• Continuous learning and professional development in technology advancements.

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Professional Qualifications

• Certification in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF) and insurance-specific certifications (e.g., insurance operations, regulations) are highly desirable.

Relevant Experience

• Proven experience (8 years) as an IT Enterprise Architect or similar role.
• Proven experience in enterprise architecture planning and implementation in a complex organization.
• Experience in leading and managing a team of IT architects.

If you are qualified and seeking an exciting new challenge, please apply via recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by Thursday,15th June 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.