Chief Technology Officer
Reference: JHB006274-MM1-2
Our client, a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks and wildlife reserves in partnership with governments and local communities, is urgently looking for a Chief Technology Officer to be responsible for:
- Bringing together and coordinating the functional experts and activities of the IT and Support, Technology and Networks and Systems departments into an integrated Technology Department and formulate a unified strategy to address the organisation's various needs (both at the park level and the institutional platform).
- Establishing a single source of truth (SSOT) within the organisation, to allow for a central and reliable data and reporting system.
- Establishing and ensuring the maintenance of AP IT and Technology standards across all parks and Head Office, particularly in terms of security and connectivity.
- Maximising automation and systems integration to allow managers to focus on strategic issues, with the applicable systems allowing teams to "manage by exception."
Duties & Responsibilities
In order to be considered, the following is required:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as computer science, information technology, or engineering.
- Advanced degrees or certifications in technology management or business administration are a plus – or equivalent work experience.
- 15 years of professional experience, with 5 years minimum in technology leadership roles.
- Deep understanding of a broad range of technologies, including information systems, software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies relevant to the conservation sector.
- Abreast of technological trends and opportunities to foster innovation and operational efficiency in the conservation sector.
- Ability to develop and articulate a strategic vision.
- Ability to effectively manage projects, teams, and budgets.
- Experience in driving organisational change.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders (Exco, Board members, program managers, and external partners).
- Ability to translate technical concepts into non-technical language and build consensus around technology strategies.
- Capacity to thrive in a dynamic and resource-constrained environment.
- Fluent in English – spoken and written (Proficiency in French or Portuguese is an advantage).
- A passion for conservation and Africa, its wildlife and its people.
Responsibilities: - Strategy and planning.
- IT and support.
- Security and risk management.
- Technology and networks.
- System integration and architecture.
- Data Management.
- Leadership and management.
- Budget management.
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