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
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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.
