Cape Town City Centre: Deputy Chief Technology Officer

Date	2024-10-29
Job Title	Deputy Chief Technology Officer
Employer	More Information
Salary	$2500
Category	It Computing Software
Location	Cape Town Region / Cape Town City Centre

Job Summary

Deputy Chief Technology Officer Role Overview: As the Deputy Chief Technology Officer, you will be the catalyst for operational excellence and a high-performance culture within our dynamic TechLab. Working closely with the CTO, youll play a pivotal role in executing an ambitious technology roadmap by providing strategic leadership across resource management, project coordination, and team development. Your focus will be on maximizing team productivity, nurturing a positive and collaborative work environment, and upholding our commitment to open-source principles and active community engagement. In this role, youll champion efficient workflows and resource utilization, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while promoting a healthy work-life balance. Your technical expertise, combined with a passion for our mission, will empower the team to build impactful solutions advancing digital democracy. Key

Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Team Management (30%) Build a High-Performing Team: Lead strategic recruitment and onboarding to integrate new team members smoothly into the TechLab. Invest in continuous learning, mentorship, and career development. Define Strategic Direction: Set clear goals and a unified vision, aligning team objectives with organizational goals. Encourage a culture of excellence, best practices, and continuous improvement. Performance Management: Establish robust systems for feedback, recognition, and evaluation, motivating team members and valuing their contributions. Innovation: Keep the team updated with industry trends and open-source advancements to maintain high standards in technology and design. 2. Software Development Management (30%) Project Lifecycle Oversight: Coordinate the full software development cycle, emphasizing on-time delivery and high-quality output. Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders on requirements and timelines, ensuring all phases meet their expectations. Team Well-being: Balance workloads and prevent burnout while maximizing productivity. 3. Knowledge Management & Advocacy (15%) Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate inter-departmental collaboration to draw on diverse expertise. Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Maintain detailed and up-to-date project documentation and record-keeping. Storytelling & Knowledge Sharing: Actively work with the engagement team to share insights about processes and tools, fostering a culture of openness. 4. Partnership Management (15%) Client Relations: Develop strong client relationships to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. Serve as the primary contact for technical matters, ensuring clarity and effective communication. Client Support: Lead efforts to resolve technical challenges promptly and oversee negotiation of favorable technology agreements aligned with clients` strategic goals. 5. Administrative Responsibilities (10%) Personal Time Management: Independently manage your time across projects, keeping leadership informed. Team Admin Support: Guide your direct reports in administrative tasks and be a resource for effective project management. Top-Line KPIs: Effective Leadership: Inspire trust, maintain high team productivity, and deliver projects on schedule. Resource Management: Monitor financial, human, and technological resources to stay within budget. Informed Decision-Making: Track team productivity and effectiveness of development programs. Culture of Innovation & Learning: Foster continuous learning and creativity within the team. Community Engagement: Actively engage with the civic tech community, sharing insights and providing guidance. Reporting Structure: Reports to: Chief Technology Officer Receives guidance from: CTO and Strategy Council Manages: Engineering Manager/Tech Lead, Design Manager/Design Lead, Product Manager, Security Manager This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact, contributing to innovative solutions and fostering a thriving team culture. Website:

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