Mark Williams is currently working with a prestigious government entity with the mandate to lead the IT department ensuring the development of systems, infrastructure, and policies.
Role:
- Formulate the IT strategy in harmony with the overall organizational priorities and strategic goals to enhance operational efficiency - Position the IT function as a crucial strategic catalyst for the business, providing the organization with the necessary systems and processes to adapt to technological advancements and changes - Collaborate closely with senior management to efficiently implement IT infrastructure and business applications, catering to the growing requirements of business, sales, operations, and key functional areas - Consolidate annual IT budget aligned with organizational plans - Oversee ERP/CRM system implementation based on business requirements - Develop IT support standards, procedures, and security frameworks - Establish vendor relationships and negotiate IT service contracts - Monitor IT compliance and security across business units - Document business systems and user needs, proposing infrastructure setups - Plan IT manpower in line with business objectives - Cultivate a supportive environment for IT team growth and development - Define goals and performance indicators, ensuring engagement and capability development - Define IT framework, policies, and quality standards - Drive continuous improvement in IT procedures to adapt to technological changes
Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree in Business Management (IT) or Engineering - Core expertise in planning, designing and deploying IT/Systems strategies - Project Management certifications like PMP are preferred - 10 - 12 years\' experience (4 - 6 years\' managerial experience in leading or managing an IT function) - As per client\'s request, this role is only open for UAE Nationals with a family book