Chief Information Officer

2 months ago

Cape Town, South Africa Aculocity Full time

Description

DO YOU WANT TO BE THE GROUP CIO/CTO?

What is the position's mission:

Drive change in the way we work and, in our ability, to deliver products and services to our customerswith competitive advantages and lowest costs. Partnerwithallstakeholders to establishAculocityas the internal subject matter expertof all things technologyto support process efficiencies, eliminate waste, and advance technological advantages. Teach and mentor functional teams to improvebusiness processes,

Job Description

DO YOU WANT TO BE THE GROUP CIO/CTO?

Can you be comfortable being uncomfortable? Are you fine with always speaking your mind? Can you lead, execute, and stay focused despite many distractions, and do the work yourself if needed?

AtAculocity,we fight for the customer’s needs. We are disrupting the data industry by putting the customers’ needs first. We custom-build software designed to deliver value to the customer, and integrate with existing systems and data to give the customer a holistic view of their business.We are a dynamic, fast moving, global technology consulting company that enhances business processes and uses technology to solve business problems and create leverage. Since we launched in 2006, we have delivered customer software development solutions, implementation of software systems, business intelligence and business process solutions.

It takes a special kind of person to be a part of this business in transformation. We are privately owned and expect our team members to act with an owner mindset: Relentless about creating value for the customer. Dogged about finding efficiencies and eliminating waste. Standing arm and arm with the rest of the team until the job is done—and ready to do it again the next day, with a smile.

It is not easy do things differently. But we do it—because we are passionate about improving our business and the lives of the people who use our tools.

What will you do?TheGroup CIO/CTO (Chief Information Officer/Chief Technology Officer)will lead and drive lean continuous improvement for all internal business processes with a team of business analysts through the implementation of technology across the portfolio of companies. You will own and manage all technology and processes in the organization. Partner with all stakeholders to establish Aculocity as the internal subject matter expert of all things technology to support process efficiencies, eliminate waste, and advance technological advantages.As the subject matter expert, create and manage complex, integrated, process improvement and technology projects that cross multiple organizational functions and locations.Understand technology, make vs. buy, and recommend and implement what should be utilized to successfully execute against aggressive business + growth strategies. Understand managing human capital and how to drive efficiency through below market rates in order to maximize the P&L.Teach and mentor functional teams to improve business processes, automating as many business functions as possible in order to drive customer satisfaction and increase productivity. Create a roadmap for the growth and development of the standalone Aculocity business and opportunities to leverage technology to create sustainable competitive advantages for the businesses.

KEY CRITERIA – skill sets and experience needed:

15 to 20 years of experience in at least two global distributed matrixed business environments with direct responsibility to develop end-to-end business processes, technical architecture, application development, and infrastructure management CIO/CTO or similar head of technology level experience and responsibility Out of the box thinking and execution on problem solving Experience managing a productivity (man-hour) based business Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies and processing environments in manufacturing and non-manufacturing environments Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence. Comprehensive knowledge of broad based industries, end-to-end processes and enabling information technologies at a high and detailed level Strong analytical and conceptual skills; ability to create original concepts and theories in support of the GVW Business strategy Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation and negotiation Demonstrated Excellence with written and verbal communication skills Sound knowledge of financial models and budgeting MA/MS/MBA or equivalent preferred

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES

Technology, leadership and innovation. Change champion and leader.Able to interact with senior leadership at a high-level concerning the strategy and management of enterprise analytic and metadata capabilities with long-term company and business goals. Relationship builder.Active listener who negotiates effectively for the organization with internal and external stakeholders and builds relationships with key individuals necessary for collaboration. Problem solver.Able to solve even the toughest and most complex of problems; great at gleaning meaning from whatever data is available; is a quick study of the new and different; adds personal wisdom and experience to come to the best conclusion and solution, given the situation; uses multiple problem-solving tools and techniques. Demonstrates a capacity to identify the next great breakthrough thing to do; is creative, a visionary, and can manage innovation; is an effective strategist full of ideas and possibilities; sees multiple futures; has broad interests and knowledge; comfortable speculating about alternative futures without all of the data. Talent manager.Manages people well; gets the most and best out of the people he/she has; sets and communicates guiding goals; measures accomplishments, holds people accountable, and gives useful feedback; delegates and develops; keeps people informed; provides coaching for today and for the future; uses high-stress situations as an opportunity to project calm and control in order to drive outstanding results. Strategic execution.Displays strong organizational skills and is effective and efficient at marshalling multiple resources to get things done; lays out tasks in sufficient detail to mark the trail; is able to get things done with less and in less time; can work on multiple tasks at once without losing track; foresees and plans around obstacles. Bold Operator.Fearlessly takes on all issues, challenges, and people. Embraces environments rooted in a sense of urgency. Comfortably confronts and works through conflict; delivers negative feedback and messages without hesitation; deals promptly and fairly with problem performers; lets everyone know where they stand; thrives in crisis and is energized by tough challenges; not afraid to make negative decisions and take tough action; challenges the status quo. Results Oriented.Adept at figuring out what to measure to track progress; sets up systems that can almost manage themselves and is a master at the effectiveness and efficiency of work systems; can quickly diagnose and fix a workflow problem and is always looking for improvements.

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