Head, Enterprise Architecture at Interswitch Group

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Enterprise Architecture

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To set the direction and establish the approach for integrating information applications and programs for the Interswitch Group in order to support the objectives of the business.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and execute the processes for the definition, maintenance, and conformance management of the Enterprise Architecture
• Update and maintain the key Enterprise Architecture deliverables.
• Establish and maintain contacts within business units and information system programs to understand business activities and business drivers, business requirements, solutions strategies and alternatives, etc., being considered and/or implemented
• Architectural leadership in the resolutions of inter-program and inter-project issues Conduct ongoing research and assessment of new analysis approaches for potential use within the Enterprise

Requirements

• First Degree in Computer Science with the relevant Enterprise Architecture Certification
• General Experience 12-15 Comprehensive experience in Systems Analysis and Design as well as people management

Behavioral Competencies:

• Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. Clearly identifies and prioritizes efforts and initiatives to have the greatest strategic impact on the organization.
• Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Actively encourages and supports others' creativity; builds upon and strengthens new solutions in a positive and collaborative manner.
• Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. Shares targeted feedback in a prompt, constructive, and encouraging manner.
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Seeks guidance on how to adapt to changes, responds with appropriate composure and effectiveness.
• Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Maintains productive relationships with a wide variety of people and from a range of backgrounds.
• Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Asks probing questions and draws on a variety of sources to gain insight and to explore business drivers or industry trends.
• Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles.
• Takes a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens. Strong global thinker; effectively addresses global factors and their implications; cooperates across regions, navigating challenges and opportunities inherent in global organizations.
• Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Probes deeply in order to gain a rich, detailed grasp of the priorities of different stakeholders; takes initiative to respond to stakeholder problems.
• Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Volunteers promptly to help others and goes the extra mile to ensure the team's success. Recognizes everyone's contributions to the team.
• Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.

Application Closing Date
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