General Manager - ICT at Tuskys

The position is responsible for planning, administering and reviewing the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunications systems within the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Formulating and enforcing information technology (IT) policies, procedures and systems;
• Designing, developing, implementing and maintaining databases and information systems for the company;
• Planning and coordinating IT activities such as installation and upgrading of hardware and software, programming and systems design, development of computer networks, and implementation of Internet and intranet sites;
• Overseeing the development, implementation and maintenance of security networks;
• Analyzing the computer and information needs of the organization, from an operational and strategic perspective, and determining immediate and long-term ICT requirements;
• Coordinating and implementing required systems by the company;
• Overseeing hardware maintenance, trouble shooting and user support assistance;
• Coordinating the design, development and implementation of computer disaster recovery procedures to minimize on loss of data/or systems; and
• Preparing ICT budgets and proposals.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a relevant field
• Master’s in ICT related field is added advantage.

Professional Qualifications

• Relevant professional ICT qualifications such as MCSE – Microsoft Certified System Engineer

Experience

• 8 years’ experience, 3 of which must have been in a similar capacity.
• Prior experience in managing a functional level in a large organization/busy environment.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player and strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines