Role Overview:
As a member of the Executive Management Team, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) will be responsible for formulating and executing the organization`s IT strategy to align with business objectives. This role is critical in leveraging technology to drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and enhance data management. The CIO will ensure IT systems, governance, and risk management practices support the organization`s goals and maintain resilience and security in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Key

• Develop and implement the organization`s IT strategy in alignment with business goals.
• Optimize IT operations to reduce costs and enhance innovation and capacity.
• Ensure IT infrastructure is cost-efficient, flexible, and supports business adaptability.
• Oversee IT continuity, resilience, compliance, and security, including cyber-security.
• Drive the modernization of business processes and applications.
• Establish an information platform to enhance data management and decision-making.
• Manage IT governance frameworks and ensure alignment with best practices.
• Lead IT sourcing, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure value and efficiency.
• Stay updated on technological advancements to meet evolving business needs.
• Prepare and manage operational and capital expenditure budgets.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Alternatively, an MBA with Honours in IT or Computer Science.
• Minimum of 15 years of IT experience with a proven track record, including 5 years at an executive management level in an IT environment.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CGEIT, or ITIL are advantageous.
• Experience in implementing IT best practices in areas like IT governance, service management, and enterprise architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large departmental or unit budgets.
• Strategic thinking and a deep understanding of business needs and IT alignment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Attributes:

• Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire purpose and direction.
• Strong organizational capability to deliver impactful results.
• High level of personal integrity and alignment with organizational values.
• Business acumen, with an understanding of the healthcare or related industry.

Chief Information Officer position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Isilumko Staffing. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-04-10 at 15:13:37 in the It Computer category

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