LAPO Microfinance Bank is a pro-poor financial institution committed to the social and economic empowerment of low-income households through provision of access to responsive financial services on a sustainable basis. The Institution was established in the late 1980s as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) by Godwin Ehigiamusoe in response to the effects of...
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Develop LAPO MfB’s ICT strategy, which identifies the future direction of the use of technology, including solutions and opportunities to improve the delivery and business performance, including budgeting and preparation of business cases.
Management of the ICT infrastructure and responsible for delivering ICT solutions and project managing their implementation.
Management of information and communication technology, networks, computer systems and VOIP telephony systems.
Continuously review ICT Infrastructure, making capacity recommendations for the improvement of the capacity of local ICT Systems in support of ongoing business operations & future requirements.
Ensure that work and projects are delivered within agreed budgets and time.
Ensure that LAPO MfB meets legal and contractual obligations relating to ICT resources, systems, services and usage, complying with legislative requirements (e.g. data protection, safeguarding and licensing requirements).
Ensure security of data, network access and back-up systems.
Liaise with external bodies, contractors and service providers in the provision of an effective and efficient ICT service.
Manage troubleshooting, system backup, disaster recovery and provide expert support when necessary.
Accountable for the provision of all ICT infrastructure systems & support services; servers, LAN, telecommunications, remote access & Desktop support
Identifies staffing needs and works with human resources colleagues to pursue the hiring
process
Ensure the continuous improvement of the data management capabilities of the bank.
General
Appraise subordinates promptly and objectively, and follows up on action points resulting from the appraisal.
Performing administrative tasks, such as managing Enterprise service support team, approving leave, etc.
Take responsibility for the training, coaching, and mentoring of subordinates.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be required by the Executive Director, Business Support.
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