Head of Information Technology

About the Job

Job Code: 4731
Payroll: Direct Hire
Working Days: 5 days
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Benefits: Health Insurance

Experience Required: 12+ Years
Language Requirements: Proficient in Arabic and English

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities:

• Participate in strategy formulation to align Information Technology with CLIENT's objectives.
• Lead the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the IT function.
• Review overall IT budget requirements and participate in budget development.
• Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines; address instances of non-adherence.
• Manage third party agreements related to CLIENT’s IT functionality and participate in contract reviews.

Operational IT Governance:

• Oversee the status of IT projects during all phases and review project status reports.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices as defined by the PMO framework.

IT Operations:

• Direct CLIENT IT infrastructure, ensuring the prompt maintenance of hardware/software and sufficient systems capacity.
• Review and approve the design and finalization of technical plans.
• Ensure ongoing support for issues with applications, network, hardware, and connectivity.
• Lead the development of infrastructure risk analysis and strategies for risk mitigation.

IT Applications:

• Oversee the development and implementation of IT projects, preparing budget estimates for solution development and deployment activities.
• Guide the implementation of technology solutions aligned with CLIENT needs and industry practices.

IT Security:

• Plan and manage IT security systems; ensure the reliability and security of systems operated within CLIENT.

People Development:

• Provide leadership and direction to subordinates, guiding and motivating them to enhance performance and development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology.
• 12 - 15 years of experience, with at least 8 years in a similar role.
• 6+ years of working experience in the UAE, with familiarity with the UAE market and regulations.