Head, Information TechnologyGTI Microfinance

• Ensure availability of the Bank one System to support the bank's operations.
• Prompt response to I.T related issues.
• Liaise with core banking software providers on related I.T issues.
• Maintain healthy and beneficial relationships with software vendors and technology companies.
• Effective implementation and monitoring of IT-related budgets.
• Support on computer systems, networks and other peripherals for optimal performance.
• Ensure security of data, networks and other components/devices.
• Monitoring activities on the bank’s electronic applications.
• Oversee and monitor the bank's e-channels and online payment platforms.
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time.
• Controlling and evaluating IT and electronic data operations.
• Preserve assets, information security and control structures.
• Prompt and seamless IT processes at Begin of Day (BOD), End of Day (EOD), End of Month (EOM) and End of Year (EOY).
• Provide technical leadership in the implementation of the digital system and other automated platforms for optimal performance.
• Manage and maintain, hardware, software, office networks and systems across branches.
• Ensure effective penetration testing and vulnerability assessment of IT systems generally.
• Carry out periodic differential and full dump Backups.
• Monitor major projects, IT budgets, priorities, standards, procedures, and overall IT performance.
• Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy.
• Prompt and accurate update of loans on the Credit Bureau and CRMS portal.
• Support bank's enrolment on systems that may be mandated to Microfinance Banks.
• Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures.
• Disaster Recovery Policy and testing.
• Updates for monthly SBU review.
• Build staff capacity and productivity through effective training.
• Attain top rating in the audit of the IT Unit.

Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree
• The ideal candidate must have 5 years minimum working experience in the financial sector preferably the banking sector with relevant certifications & qualifications.