Job Title: IT Head
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning:
- Develop and implement IT strategies that align with the organizations goals and objectives. Provide vision and leadership for the development and implementation of IT initiatives.
- Identify and prioritize AI initiatives that drive value and innovation.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to integrate AI strategies into the broader IT and business strategy.
AI Technology Management:
- Oversee the evaluation selection and deployment of AI technologies and tools.
- Manage AI infrastructure including data pipelines machine learning platforms and computing resources.
- Ensure the integration of AI solutions with existing systems and applications.
Technology Management:
- Oversee the management and operation of IT systems including hardware software networks and data centres.
- Ensure that all technology systems are functioning optimally.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead mentor and manage the IT department team.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Develop and implement professional development plans for team members.
Project Management:
- Oversee IT project & AIrelated projects from inception through deployment and maintenance.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and within budget.
- Coordinate with other IT and business units to ensure successful project .
Data Management and Analytics:
- Develop strategies for data collection storage and management to support AI initiatives.
- Ensure data quality security and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Utilize analytics to measure the effectiveness of AI solutions and provide insights for continuous improvement.
Security and Compliance:
- Implement and maintain IT security policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Manage data security and disaster recovery plans.
Vendor Management:
- Evaluate and manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential IT risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Ensure that IT systems are resilient and can recover quickly from disruptions.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work closely with stakeholders across the organization to understand their needs and ensure AI solutions address business challenges.
- Communicate complex AI concepts and project statuses to nontechnical stakeholders.
Innovation and Research:
- Stay current with AI trends technologies and best practices.
- Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
- Promote a culture of innovation and experimentation within the AI team.
Qualifications:
- Education: Masters degree in Computer Science Engineering Data Science or a related field.
Experience:
- Proven experience (typically 12 years) in IT or a related field with a strong focus on AI technologies and applications.
- Experience in a leadership role managing AI teams and projects.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of AI methodologies tools and best practices.
- Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and work effectively with crossfunctional teams.
- Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to make datadriven decisions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of industryspecific AI applications and use cases.
- Familiarity with regulatory and ethical considerations related to AI.
AI technologies,Project Management Skills