Chief Information Officer at a Digital Payment Institution

A newly licensed Digital Payment Institution in Nigeria with strong affiliation to one of the leading Mobile Telecommunication in Africa desires to recruit a highly competent, talented, self-motivated and result oriented individual to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Information Officer

Ref: ClO
Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Set objectives and strategies for the IT department.
• Establish IT Policies and Standards.
• Select and implement suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.
• Plan the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization.
• Identify best technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.
• Responsible for the Information Risk Management.

Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree (Second Class Upper Division) in Computer, Electrical / Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering or other related discipline.
• A Postgraduate Degree or professional certification in Telecommunication or Engineering Field will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience of at least 10 years at a senior IT leadership position. Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure - digital financial systems preferred.
• A strong strategic and business mindset,
• Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• History of delivering innovative system solutions and integrations in financial services.
• Good experience in designing / developing IT systems and planning IT implementation.

Remuneration
Very attractive and competitive remuneration packages and challenging prospects await the successful candidates.

Application Closing Date
25th January, 2022.