Job Purpose

•   To implement the Bank’s Information Technology strategy and ensure that the Bank has the appropriate IT Infrastructure to effectively support the achievement of its objectives.

Key Job Responsibilities/Duties

•   Direct the design, development and implementation of the Bank’s IT Strategy and Core Banking Solution.
•   Direct and oversee all IT /Business Solutions related projects to ensure that they are delivered and deployed cost effectively.
•   Oversee and maintain a secured IT platform for the entire banking operations ensuring appropriate IT Controls are implemented and maintained.
•   Ensure that all IT systems are implemented and maintained to required standards.
•   Oversee systems development and enhancement and the integration of new systems with existing systems.
•   Ensure that IT systems and procedures promote data and bank information security and business continuity.
•   Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
•   Oversee provision of end-user services, including help desk and technical support services.
•   Manage telecommunications infrastructure development plans and projects.
•   Manage IT Vendor relations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
•   Master’s degree in Information Technology
•   IT Certification in Project Management or Business Solutions Deployment
•   Minimum of eight (8) years experience in information technology, with at least 4 years in a senior IT role in the Banking Industry.
•   Experience in the most current technologies and products used in the banking industry.
•   Experience in delivering major business or technology programs.
•   Prior experience engaging with Technology vendors

Knowledge and Technical Competencies

•   Knowledge of IT Project Management
•   Detailed understanding of Banking Operations / Process reengineering
•   Ability to identify requirements
•   Understanding of IT Security Systems, Networking and Database management
•   Knowledge of IT Systems monitoring tools

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Forward a copy of your CV and a covering letter stating the role you are applying for to:

newbankroles@aspire.plus.com

Or call us:

0302-772037 / 0207-961076

Closing Date: 31 August, 2016