Chief Technology Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a critical role by leading its technological vision, strategy, and execution. He or she is responsible for providing strategic leadership, making major corporate decisions, managing all aspects of the company's operations, and overseeing business growth plans. Moreover, he or she will work closely with the President and the executive team to align technology goals with business objectives.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Technology Strategy
  • Develops and implements a technology roadmap aligned with the company's business objectives.
  • Identifies opportunities where technology can create a competitive advantage or improve efficiency.

• Decision-making
  • Makes major corporate decisions.
  • Creates and implements policies and procedures that will ensure the company runs efficiently and effectively.

• Company representation
  • Serves as the public face of the company and primary point of contact for partners, customers, and other stakeholders.
  • Able to communicate the company's vision and strategy effectively
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Represents the company's technology vision to stakeholders, investors, and customers.
  • Explains technical strategies and capabilities in a way that non-technical stakeholders can understand.

• Finance management
• • Makes decisions on technology procurement and partnerships.
  • Ensures that the company is compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Manages the budget for technology investments and resources.

• Operations management 
  • Oversees the work of other executives, as well as the management of the company's employees.
  • In addition, he or she leads and develops high-performing teams across various functions, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and growth.
  • Moreover, the CTO drives the companys operational efficiency by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing best practices.

• Long-term goal setting
  • Focuses on the company's growth and development by driving innovation, staying updated on emerging technologies, trends and best practices.
  • Identifies new business opportunities, develops products and services, and expands into new markets.
  • Works to create a sustainable and profitable business.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education
  • The CTO must have a college degree in Computer Science or Information Technology. Preferably, he or she has a masters degree (MBA)

• Experience
  • The CTO should have extensive experience at a senior executive level position, with a proven track record of leadership in high-level roles. Prior experience serving as a CEO, COO, or in a similar executive capacity within an IT company is highly advantageous, demonstrating a deep understanding of both technical and strategic business operations.
  • 5-10yrs Experience: Previous role handles different divisions of the company

• Competencies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with customers, partners, and internal teams. This includes being able to convey complex technical information in a clear and concise manner, actively listening to feedback, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and ability to effectively communicate the company's vision and strategy to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Industry knowledge: Should have a deep understanding of our industry, including market trends and best practices. Should be able to stay up to date with the latest industry developments and use that knowledge to drive growth and innovation.
  • Business acumen and strategic thinking: Must possess strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills to identify new opportunities for growth, develop effective business development and strategic planning initiatives, and execute business plans. Must have in-depth knowledge of financial management and cash flow analysis. Should have successful track record in fundraising and securing capital for the company's growth.
  • Strong leadership and management skills: Must possess strong leadership and management skills to lead cross-functional teams and manage a diverse senior leadership team. Proven track record of successfully leading and growing organizations. Must be knowledgeable with corporate governance and legal compliance, as well as organizational structures and the ability to optimize them for efficient operations. Must have excellent reputation and a track record of ethical leadership and integrity.
  • Passion for innovation: Should have a passion for innovation and experience in leading and managing organizational change and transformation. Should be willing to take necessary risks and experiment with new ideas to drive growth and success.

Additional Details:

• Hybrid work arrangement (2-3 days a week) | usually MWF RTO and TTH WFH
• Work Schedule: usually 8am - 5pm; 9am - 6pm