DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for providing leadership in all activities related to the development and delivery of the company’s technology from software design, software development, quality assurance, release, enhancement, and implementation.
Lead the execution of strategies developed by the CEO.
Oversee the day to day running of the company.
Responsible for delivering results on a day to day, quarter to quarter basis.
Keeps the business performing at its peak.
Able to lead a specific strategic imperative such as a turnaround, major organizational change, or a planned rapid expansion.
Develops strategies to increase revenue and also coordinates the final performance of the company.
Work with senior management to create product strategy and roadmaps.
Lead product managers and coordinate cross-functional teams.
Make creative recommendations to expand product base and vision.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Prior senior level management experience is required.
Experience in product lifecycle management and software development.
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field.
10-15 years relevant experience in the IT sector is required.
SKILLS
Strong delivery and proven execution skills.
Strong organizational change management skills.
Strong team management skills.
Strong coaching and coordination skills.
Ability to think strategically whilst achieving results in immediate area of responsibility.
Excellent communicator able to communicate at all levels and adopt a flexible and consultative approach.
Commercially astute.
Strong analytical and data manipulation skills.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Ability to adapt to a changing business and market place.
Ability think creatively and exploit business opportunities.
Methodical and detail conscious.
Problem-solving aptitude.
KEY PERFORMANCE DELIVERABLESIn light of the identified responsibilities, the following are specific deliverables that the position is designed to achieve:
Cycle time excellence and on-time product delivery to market .Customer satisfaction and retention.
Employee satisfaction and motivation.
Development of staff which include but not limited to goals completed, performance reviews completed etc
Functionality and performance of the system and applications.
Budget management as well as technology cost.
Developer Productivity.
Responsiveness e.g. to technology advances, consumer behavior trends.
Achievement of overall corporate goals
COMPETENCY PROFILERole Expertise
Demonstrates critical technical or professional knowledge/skills related to the role. Has thorough knowledge of relevant products, services and methods. Expands technical knowledge/skills and keeps up-to-date in own area of expertise.
Planning and Objective Setting
Systematic in approach to work. Produces action plans in which objectives are defined and steps for achieving them are clearly specified. Plans by breaking down large task into subtasks. Develops plans that anticipate obstacles. Is realistic about time-scales and builds in appropriate checkpoints, milestones and controls in order to ensure that desired results are realized.
Team Skills
Helps to create a sense of team spirit and harmonious relations through cooperation and support. Balances personal goals with those of the team. Fosters collaboration among team members
People Management
Establishes and communicates clear priorities and sense of direction. Clarifies roles and responsibilities. Adapts management style to achieve optimum results.
Developing and Coaching Others
Accurately assesses strengths and development needs of employees. Adjusts coaching style based on each employee’s ability and motivation level. Challenges others to improve their abilities and actively supports their development. Continually provides timely and constructive feedback, coaching and challenging learning opportunities
Customer/Client Orientation
Strives to provide customers/clients with personalized and efficient service. Anticipates customers’/clients’ needs. Quickly follows up on customer/client contacts and complaints. Monitors and acts on measures of customer/client satisfaction.
Industry and Market Awareness
Seeks to anticipate and respond to industry and market changes/challenges by understanding key characteristics, issues and the factors driving them. Aware of competitor’s products, services and position.
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