Head-Business Applications at Jubilee Insurance

Job Ref. No. JLIL 277

Role Purpose

• The role-holder will drive the strategic direction, implementation, and management of business applications to enable the organization achieve its objectives, enhance operational efficiency, and stay competitive in the ever-evolving IT landscape.

Main Responsibilities
Strategy

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for business applications in alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and trends to enhance business applications effectiveness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define roadmaps and prioritize initiatives to drive innovation and business value.

Operational

• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of business applications systems and infrastructure.
• Ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability of business applications to support operational needs.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements to ensure high-quality delivery of services.

Corporate Governance

• Ensure business applications comply with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Develop and enforce data privacy and security measures to protect sensitive information.
• Establish and maintain IT controls and audit processes to support regulatory compliance efforts.

Leadership & Culture

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of IT professionals responsible for business applications.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Promote effective communication and stakeholder engagement to drive successful outcomes.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and planning skills to develop and execute business applications strategies.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on fostering a high-performance culture.
• Strong communication and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities to address complex IT and business challenges.
• Strong knowledge of business application platforms, technologies, and best practices.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to business applications, such as data privacy and security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Professional certifications in relevant areas (e.g., ITIL, project management)

Relevant Experience

• Proven experience of 10 years in a leadership role overseeing business applications within a complex IT environment.