Sigmaqualitas. Recrutiign Head, Enterprise Solution

HEAD ENTERPRISE SOLUTION

Core Job Functions / Responsibility:

Oversee the design and implementation of enterprise solutions/applications and provide operational business information for day-to-day running of the business.

Provide overall guidance and direction in the execution of the functions and activities of the Enterprise Solutions unit.

Primary activities

TACTICAL

·         Provide input in the definition of IT policies, projects and service levels.



·         Provide input in the development of the applications strategy and plan in line with overall IT strategy and the company’s needs and objectives.

·         Assist the Director, IT Strategy, Planning and Architecture in communicating the division’s strategic direction and objectives to all staff.

·         Coordinate the development of policies, processes and procedures for the design, deployment and integration of enterprise solutions/applications.

·         Keep abreast of global and local best practice as it relates to the team/ function’s activities.

·         Continuously review the unit/ team’s activities, make recommendations for improvement and implement approved improvement initiatives to ensure enhanced performance of the team.

·         Identify required resources, personnel, funding to achieve the unit/ function’s strategy.

·         Establish and maintain relationship with key internal and external stakeholders.



OPERATIONAL

·         Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the unit.

·         Liaise with user departments to determine the enterprise solution needs of the organization.

·         Ensure alignment of identified enterprise solution(s) with the business and IT strategy.

·         Coordinate detailed preliminary review of new/proposed enterprise solution, to determine alignment with business and IT strategy.

·         Oversee the identification and documentation of user requirements for new enterprise solution.

·         Coordinate the documentation of Request for Proposal/Request for Quotation for new enterprise solution based on user requirements.

·         Participate in the evaluation and selection of vendors for deployment of enterprise solution.

·         Oversee the solution development life cycle, ensuring compliance with specified standards, procedures and methodologies.

·         Liaise with Program Managers to coordinate the development and implementation of project plans and timelines, to meet enterprise solutions needs.

·         Oversee user acceptance testing and go-live of new enterprise solutions in liaison with relevant business teams.

·         Oversee post implementation review of deployed enterprise solution and ensure timely and effective resolution of issues.

·         Provide support and expertise in the deployment of off-the-shelve software applications.

·         Ensure adequate user training on new enterprise solutions.

·         Ensure adequate post-implementation support for deployed solutions in liaison with user support team.

·         Coordinate continuous evaluation of system performance in order to ensure continuing relevance of enterprise solutions provided.

·         Ensure the availability of documented policies and procedures/user guide for newly developed enterprise solutions

·         Oversee deployment of patches and upgrades to installed enterprise solutions.

·         Manage relationships with third party IT vendors/suppliers.

·         Keep self and teams abreast of business process changes and proactively identify and develop solutions to ensure optimization of technology in business processes.

·         Implement the function’s work programs and plans in line with agreed upon procedures and guidelines.

·         Plan and manage the human and material resources of the team/ function to optimize performance, morale and enhance productivity.

·         Manage inter-functional relations to ensure synergy across the various departmental functions

·         Provide leadership and guidance to team members and manage subordinates’ performance towards the achievement of overall team objectives

·         Monitor and control the budgetary needs of the unit/function.

·         Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Director, IT Strategy, Planning and Architecture.

·         Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director, Strategy, Planning and Architecture



Job Requirements and Skills

Graduate Qualifications: A First degree from a recognized University REQUIRED.

Post Graduate Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree Technology and MBA is of ADVANTAGE

Experience: 11 to 14 years work experience with at least 5 years at managerial position (NYSC is ESSENTIAL.

Certifications and Training Requirements: Relevant IT Certifications (CISCO, JAVA etc.) is of ADVANTAGE.



Key Skills:

·         Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation, Attention to Detail, Highly Organized, Conflict Resolution, Presentation Skills, Excellent Communication skills, Highly Organized, Team Oriented and Leadership, High Tolerance for Stress, Problem Management (analysis and resolution), Customer Service Orientation,  Relationship Builder, High level of Integrity, Time and Priority Management Skills, People Management and Negotiation skills. Superior Analytical.

·         User Support and Maintenance skills

·         Business Application Development skills

·         Business Application Knowledge skills

·         Business Application Support & Maintenance skills

·         Communication Skills

·         Influencing and Negotiation skills

·         Presentation/Facilitation skills

·         Leadership and People Management Behavior skills

·         Passion for Excellence skills

·         Integrity

·         Empowering people skills

·         Growing people skills

·         Team work and Customer Focus

·         Location: Lagos

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Email CV to: jobs@sigmaqualitas.com