Head of Unit, Application Development at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Management:
  • Develop and implement the application development strategy in alignment with the organization's IT strategy and business objectives.
  • Plan and budget for application development projects, resources, and tools.
  • Lead and manage the Application Development team, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and mentorship.
  • Establish and maintain application development standards, policies, and procedures, including coding standards, testing methodologies, and deployment processes.
• Application Development Lifecycle Management:
  • Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) for all application development projects, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
  • Ensure the use of appropriate development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) for different projects.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
  • Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to the application development team.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  • Mentor and coach team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  • Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
• Technical Design & Architecture:
  • Collaborate with architects and senior developers to design and implement robust and scalable application architectures.
  • Ensure that applications are designed with security, performance, and maintainability in mind.
  • Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to developers.
• Quality Assurance & Testing:
  • Implement quality assurance processes and testing methodologies to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications.
  • Oversee the testing of applications, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
  • Ensure that defects are identified and resolved promptly.
• Technology Evaluation & Implementation:
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve application development efficiency and quality.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging trends in application development.
• Vendor Management (if applicable):
  • Manage relationships with external software development vendors, if applicable.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met.
• Reporting & Communication:
  • Provide regular reports on application development projects, team performance, and technology trends.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders about application development initiatives and issues.