Chief Technology Officer

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Be Different Recruitment Full time

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"

**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

Information displayed above not limited to advertisement.
- For more information please contact:
**Miller Mkandhla



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