TelOne
DUE: 01 MAR 2024
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CAPABLE TEAM PLAYERS
We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed individuals to join our Dynamic Team Members for the position(s) below.
Head Information Systems (Grade E1)
The incumbent will be responsible to the Technical Director.
Basic Function
Develops and implements an Information Technology strategy, policies, and procedures that support business strategies for sustainable growth, service excellence, and maximum return on investment
Major activities of the job.
Leads, and supports the Information Services team to ensure the provision of day-to-day high- quality ICT services that include billing, new solutions development, Cyber Security, cloud services, enterprise applications support, service center support and ICT infrastructure.
Provides Information Technology strategic direction for operations, business development, and growth in the short, medium, and long term;
Determines TelOne’s Information Technology System requirements and any hardware
acquisitions needed to achieve the Company’s business strategy;
Leads in the acquisition and/or development of requisite software and management of all software licenses and renewals;
Drives the deployment and operations of Information Technology infrastructure, Data Centre, Cyber Security and Contact Centre technology;
Ensures that Information Technology systems are appropriately scaled and efficiently designed;
Manages technology vendor relationships in a manner that ensures cost-effective and timely procurement of hardware, software, and services;
Ensures that technology-related policies and procedures including data security policies, blueprints, standards, and procedures are in place and adhered to;
Advises the Technical Director on information technology network development and management for business success;
Initiates and drives the information technology business plans in response to defined customer requirements;
Manages relationships with stakeholders internally and externally, propose, develop and implements Information Technology, budgets for the business;
Identifies and ensures that new and emerging technologies are evaluated, assessed and integrated into TelOne’s strategy and programmes where appropriate.
Ensures that Information Systems projects have measurable benefits that are identified measured and monitored during the project lifecycle.
Ensures that all TelOne systems and networks have a degree of robustness and disaster recovery plans in line with priorities based on likelihood and impact.
Ensures that an effective infrastructure is in place to support the Information Assurance governance structure,
Ensures that TelOne has the internal Information Communication Technology capacity and capability to meet business and operational needs.
Completes all related tasks as and when required.
Qualifications / Experience
A Degree in Information Systems/Telecommunications/Computer Science or related degree.
Postgraduate Degree is an added advantage
Strong knowledge of Computer Systems, Software Development, New Product Development,
Cloud, Business Support Systems, Cyber Security, Operations Support Systems, Networks, and
Software.
5 years of managerial experience in sophisticated systems, applications, and network. environment, preferably with responsibilities for the overall system, applications, infrastructure and network management
Certifications in project management are an added advantage.
Competencies
Strong management and mentoring skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills with employees at all levels.
Ability to think strategically.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
TO APPLY
If you wish to be considered for the above post, please apply using the following link http://careers.telone.co.zw/ or email to [email protected] not later than 1 March 2024 and if you experience any application challenges on the platform please contact our Human Resources team on [email protected]
Please note that Canvassing will disqualify applicants and communication will be made to shortlisted candidates only.