CIC Insurance Group Chief Information Officer 2015

CIC Insurance Group Chief Information Officer 2015
March 18, 2015 Job Description
CIC Insurance Group is the leading Co-operative insurer in Africa and one of the top three insurance companies in the country.
CIC Insurance Group consists of three subsidiaries; CIC General Ltd, CIC Life Assurance Ltd and CIC Asset Management Ltd; currently CIC has businesses operating all over Kenya with 19 branches.
In order to execute its ambitious growth and expansion strategy, CIC wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following position:Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Job Purpose: Responsible for development of IT Strategic plans, policies, programs, computer services, network communication and management information services to accomplish Corporate goals and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Formulate and implement the business strategy to ensure overall achievement of the Group’s goals;
Establish and direct the strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures for the information technology department;
Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the Group as a member of the senior management team;
Lead ICT strategic and operational planning to achieve Group goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organization;
Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets;
Direct development and execution of a Group-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan;
Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organizational structure that supports the needs of the business;
Identify opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources;
Supervise information system and communications network;
Develop and implement a customer service platform to serve the Group in every aspect;
Design, establish, and maintain a network infrastructure for local and wide area connectivity and remote access;
Participate in vendor contract negotiations for all new computer equipment and software purchased for the Group;
Manage the day-to-day operations of the information technology department including directing staff, who support administrative computing, networking, user services, telecommunications and other information technology functions;
Review hardware and software acquisition and maintenance contracts and pursue master agreements to capitalize on economies of scale ;
Define and communicate corporate plans, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating IT systems;
Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of service level agreements with end users and monitoring of IT systems performance and;
Supervise train and develop staff to achieve a highly productive and motivated team.
Skills & Attributes
A Bachelor’s degree preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or IT related field with relevant professional certifications.
A Master’s degree in a Business related field;
Possess at least one professional IT qualification in either CISM or CISA or CCNA/P or MCSE/A or ITIL
At least 10 years’ experience with not less than 5 years in a senior management position and in in a wide area network with recent responsibilities in IT infrastructure development.
Experience in design, implementation and commissioning of Groupwide ERP systems will be a plus.
Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for all aspects of IT through progressive involvement in the application of ICT to business processes.
Knowledge of Cisco networking, telephony equipment and software.
Demonstrate a good knowledge and experience of PC operating systems and core applications, UNIX and Windows operating systems, Internet services, systems engineering and support, network infrastructure design and support
An sound understanding of portfolio, programme and project management and a track record of delivering and enabling large-scale complex change programmes.
An understanding of key ICT management standards, including but not limited to ITIL, PRINCE.
Procurement and negotiation skills.
Employing excellent leadership and team-working skills in an environment where priorities and goals can quickly change and evolve.
Must have strong analytical diagnostic and customer care skills
Proven experience in IT planning, organization, and development.
Excellent leadership skills particularly in strategy formulation and execution;
Proven ability to quickly grasp business risks and make sound decisions;
In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements above, send your application clearly marked CICG/CIO/002/2015 addressed to The Group Chief Executive Officer to reach us by 22nd March 2015.For example: Ref: Application for CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER – CIC INSURANCE GROUP.
The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd
Strictly through Email: hr@cic.co.ke
In addition, please attach a resume that contains details of your qualifications, experience and present positions.
Only applications received online will be processed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.