Chief Technology Officer at

1 month ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Workforce Africa Full time
Workforce Africa is a HR solutions provider dedicated in the provision of Human Resource Management services across Africa. Our MISSION is to deliver Business Growth by leveraging on Talent.

Role Summary

We are looking for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to provide sound technical leadership in all aspects of our business.

The CTO will be the first technology go-to expert and will play an integral role in setting the company's strategic direction, development and future growth.

In this position, you will oversee our overall technology development and technology utilization plan and manage all information technology resources of our company.


RESPONSIBILITIES
Along with these key points, this position includes but is not limited to the following duties:
Providing technical leadership at the enterprise level and serve an integral role in operations and business development.
Developing objectives and strategies for the implementation of innovative solutions while optimizing existing systems, applications, and information
Making recommendations and present business advantages for technology initiatives and improvements
Leading your team in identifying, comparing, selecting, and implementing technology solutions and partnerships to meet current and future needs
Tracking and controlling the developments of annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing and technology operations
Designing and leading the implementation of our strategy for technology while ensuring the implementation and enforcement of technology standards across the organization
Advocating and communicating technology capabilities internally and externally, including leadership, Utilities Board, customers, partners, and vendors
Sharing information and developing a collective understanding of programs and issues
Managing technology budgets and time frames.
Staying on top of technology trends and developments.
Ensuring all technology practices adhere to regulatory standards.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our Ideal candidate would need to have the following key attributes:
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field; MBA or other relevant graduate degree is a plus
Proven experience as a CTO or similar leadership role
5 years of managerial experience_ Led a team of minimum 7
In-depth knowledge of web systems architecture, design and development

Job Qualifications

Hands-on experience with complex project management
Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Effective negotiation and vendor management skills
Proactive problem solver
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