Vice President Information Technology

Applications Lead - IT is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of enterprise applications within the organization. This role requires a solutioning mindset / strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a deep understanding of technology and business processes.

Job responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the strategy for applications in alignment with business goals.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives and ensure the application landscape supports business growth and innovation.

1. Technical Solutioning and Leadership

• Ability to design, architect, and implement technology solutions that solve complex business challenges.

1. Application Management:

• Oversee the entire application lifecycle from development, deployment, maintenance, to retirement.
• Ensure applications are reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with compliance and regulatory standards.
• Manage application portfolio and ensure optimal performance and integration with other systems.

1. Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals, including developers, analysts, and project managers.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Implement effective performance management processes.

1. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their needs and translate them into technology solutions.
• Communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders, providing regular updates on application performance and project status.
• Build strong relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure high-quality delivery of services.

1. Project Management:

• Oversee major application projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Implement best practices in project management, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Manage project risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.

1. Innovation and Best Practices:

• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in technology and enterprise applications.
• Promote the adoption of new technologies and methodologies that improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish and enforce standards, policies, and best practices for application development and management.

1. Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Implement rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of application delivery.
• Ensure all applications comply with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain the integrity and security of applications.

1. Financial Management:

• Develop and manage the budget for the applications department.
• Ensure cost-effective solutions and manage vendor contracts and relationships.
• Monitor and report on financial performance and return on investment (ROI) for application initiatives.

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Masters degree would be an added advantage.

Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, Certified ScrumMaster) are desirable. 15+ years of IT experience and 7+ relevant experience in Technical Solutioning and Leadership .