We are seeking an experienced IT leader to drive governance, cybersecurity, architecture standards, and innovation across our regional organisation. This role works directly with the CTO and oversees four key teams:
- PMO / Portfolio Management
- Enterprise Architecture
- Cybersecurity
- Innovation & Emerging Technologies
You will provide strategic direction, ensure disciplined IT practices, and lead technology initiatives that support longterm business growth.
Key Responsibilities
1. IT Governance & Leadership
- Provide leadership and direction for all IT governance activities to ensure consistency, compliance, and strong operational discipline across multiple countries.
- Oversee the daily performance of IT Operations and IT Delivery teams to ensure services meet reliability, security, and quality standards.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve IT policies, governance frameworks, PMO methodologies, and IT Service Management processes.
- Ensure that all IT projects follow structured processes, including project charters, feasibility studies, budgeting, resource planning, risk management, and clear milestone tracking.
- Establish and chair architecture review boards to ensure compliance with enterprise architecture standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide strategic oversight on IT risk, including cybersecurity posture, technology lifecycle management, and system resilience.
- Lead internal and external audit engagements related to IT governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
- Mentor and guide a team of architects, PMO specialists, cybersecurity professionals, and innovation leaders to promote high performance and collaboration.
2. Cybersecurity Management
- Oversee the implementation and monitoring of cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and technical controls to protect the organisation's digital assets.
- Ensure alignment with national and regional regulatory requirements.
- Work with internal security teams to ensure vulnerability management, incident response, and risk mitigation plans are effective.
- Review and strengthen cybersecurity technologies, including endpoint security, identity management, network security, and monitoring tools.
- Collaborate with auditors, regulators, and compliance teams on security assessments and followup actions.
3. Enterprise Architecture & Technology Standards
- Lead the development of enterprise architecture principles and ensure these standards are embedded in all technology solutions and infrastructure designs.
- Oversee solution design reviews to ensure alignment with business needs, security requirements, and longterm enterprise strategy.
- Guide teams in adopting scalable and costefficient technologies, including cloud, digital platforms, and AI solutions.
- Promote best practices for system integration, data management, and platform governance.
4. Innovation & Emerging Technology
- Champion the identification, evaluation, and adoption of innovative technologies that can improve patient care, operational efficiency, or business opportunities.
- Collaborate with industry partners, vendors, government agencies, and research groups to explore new technology opportunities.
- Lead pilot programs and testbed initiatives, ensuring successful concepts are scaled across the organisation.
- Drive innovation culture within IT teams and business stakeholders through workshops, education, and discovery sessions.
- Secure partnerships and funding support for strategic tech initiatives through grants and government programmes.
5. Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Work closely with business leaders to understand their needs and prioritise IT demand and capacity.
- Provide clear communication on project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior management.
- Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to ensure quality service and value for investment.
- Build strong relationships across departments, regional teams, and external partners.
Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or relevant field.
- 15+ years of IT leadership experience, with exposure across multiple countries or regional operations.
- Strong experience in enterprise governance, cybersecurity, architecture, and largescale IT delivery.
- Proven track record leading innovation and emerging technology projects from concept to rollout.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
- Ability to mentor highperforming teams and drive crossfunctional collaboration.
- Strong cultural awareness and ability to lead in a multicountry environment.
- Experience with vendor management, contract negotiation, and IT service sourcing.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
