Chief Technology and Information Officer

Chief Technology and Information Officer

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The CTIO is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing a robust information technology (IT) strategy tailored to meet IoT.nxt business needs, delivers optimal return on investment, and maintains the highest standard of security and ensure that all systems necessary to support its operations and objectives are in place. To drive technological innovation, shaping the digital roadmap and ensuring the successful implementation of technology initiatives within the organization.

Responsibilities

• To drive digital transformation, innovation, and operational excellence through the strategic management of enterprise architecture, IT security, IT support, network infrastructure, and AI strategies.
• Develop and execute AI strategies leveraging on IoT data leading to improved decision making, automation and overall business growth.
• Responsible for defining and maintaining the organization’s infrastructure, ensuring that it aligns with the business goals. Including designing the architecture of systems, applications, and networks to support the organization’s operational efficiency and security.
• To oversee the organization’s network infrastructure to maintain connectivity, security, and optimal performance. Ensuring that IT and network infrastructure support the company’s computing, data processing, and communications needs.
• Establishes long-term Information System needs and plans and develops strategies for developing systems and acquiring software and hardware necessary to meet those needs.
• Assists as top-level contact for end users in determining IT requirements and / or solutions.
• Collaborates with members of the executive team, business unit leads and stakeholders to identify ways IT can assist the company in achieving business and financial goals.
• Identifies new Information Systems developments and technologies; anticipates resulting organizational modifications.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes.
• Ensure technology and systems are up to date and aligned with company goals.
• Leads efficient operation of the team so that prompt modernization and upgrades are performed as needed.
• Communicates goals, projects, and timelines of the company to the department; plans ways to execute those goals within the department.
• Develops and implements the IT budget.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations that apply to systems operations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of IT policies and best practice guidelines for the organization.
• Develop risk management strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Address operational challenges and mitigate risks in real-time.

Qualifications

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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