Our Client, an investment banking company with subsidiaries in Oil and Gas , Microfinance etc is in need of a qualified candidate to fill the position of Head of I.T/ I.T Manager. The Head of I.T/ I.T Manager will be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs and timelines. He / She will supervise the implementation and maintenance of our company’s computing needs.
The successful candidate will have improved skills, a proven professional experience and a detailed knowledge of industry’s best practice processes.

Responsibilities

Manage information technology and computer systems
Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
Manage IT staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees, communicating job expectations and appraising their performance
Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures
Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy
Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time
Audit systems and assess their outcomes
Preserve assets, information security and control structures
Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness

Requirements
At least 5 years working experience as an IT manager or relevant experience
Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems
Expertise in data centre management and data governance
Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation
Ability to manage personnel
BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cvs to careers@xownsolutions.com using the job title as the subject of the mail

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