Head of IT (Downstream Sector) at MacTay Consulting

Location: Lekki Phase I, Lagos

Job Purpose

• Analyzing the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs.

Job brief

• We are looking for an experienced Head of IT to oversee all IT (Information Technology) functions in our company. You will be in charge of a team and manage the company’s technology operations and the implementation of new IT systems and policies.
• An excellent IT manager with knowledge in IT and computer systems. Have a solid technical background while able to manage and motivate people. The ideal candidate will be experienced in creating and implementing IT policies and systems that will meet objectives.
• The goal is to ensure IT systems and people are effective and functioning within the limits of budget, time and specifications of the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technology operations (e.g. network security) and evaluate them according to established goals
• Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper management
• Analyze the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs
• Purchase efficient and cost effective technological equipment and software
• Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency
• Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and report to upper management
• Coordinate IT managers and supervise computer scientists, technicians and other professionals to provide guidance
• Control budget and report on expenditure
• Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience as Head of IT or similar role
• Experience in analysis, implementation and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications
• Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks etc.
• Experience in controlling information technology budget
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication abilities
• B.Sc/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge / technical expertise / qualified professional / etc.
• Linux Server OS Support, Active Directory Server Application Management,
• Vast support of LAN/Wireless Network Installation, Implementation Configuration and Administration.  Good support Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10,8.1, 8,7, NT, XP and Vista, Server 2010, 2008, 2003
• Wide Range of Application Management e.g. BM Fullstep, Microsoft Navision, Acronis, Radmin, Team Viewer, SQL, SQL Database
• Management of area IT staff, IT Equipments to ensure  at least 99% uptime of IT equipments in the organization and also at their various area.