Description
Set the Technology Strategy & Innovation for your area of responsibility.
* Partner with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new information technologies, with focus in the areas of BI, analytics, and data warehousing.
* Influence design of the Data Strategy through business and industry insights, research as well as global best practices.
* Drive the efficient utilization of data resources across different business units and global locations (if applicable).
* Develop and implement business intelligence competency center (BICC), that includes annual reviews.
* Facilitate system feasibility studies, proof of concepts, pilot project, and testing on a continuous basis to improve services.
* Develop, implement, and maintain all key BI and data management policies and procedures, inclusive of BI/EDW architecture, data centers, standards, purchasing, monitoring, and service provision.
* Develop, plan and implement Business Intelligence (BI) framework, Data Extraction, Data Staging, Data Transformations, Analytical Processing (OLAP), and Data Mining.
Lead Analysis and Planning Activities
* Define the short- and long-term plan for the corporate BI/analytics program to ensure effective delivery of information that meets current and future requirements.
* Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute plans based on priorities for the business.
* Analyze existing operations and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the BI/EDW architecture to system owners.
* Conduct research and remain current with the latest data technologies and solutions in support of future data management procurement efforts.
* Implement best practices for effective problem resolution for a high availability, 24/7, global environment.
Set the Design for your Area of Responsibility
* Influence design of reporting and analysis through industry best practices and ensuring alignment to the Technology and business strategy.
* Develop global maintenance schedules for BI and data warehousing systems (daily, weekly, monthly, annually).
* Examine, refine, and develop BI metrics.
* Facilitate and participate in Design Forums ensuring representation of BI, Technology and other stakeholder requirements.
* Business and design decisions are driven by optimized robust customer and operational performance data.
* Oversee the design, development and deployment of all reports, dashboards, and information artifacts relating to Business Intelligence across the organization.
Lead Implementation and Execution Activities
* Manage the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade, and support of BI/EDW systems, including data architecture, data integration, high availability, security, and data privacy.
* Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the organization’s executives, department heads, and end users regarding information-based decision making.
* Implement actionable intelligence to operational and technology stakeholders to improve customer and colleague experiences, reduce demand and costs.
* Assist in the provisioning of end-user services, including user hotline and technical support services.
* Practice asset management for hardware, software, and equipment.
* Enforce compliance with change management practices conform to organization-wide standards.
Lead Risk & Quality Management
* Strive for quality development coding with zero defects.
* Ensure data integrity is preserved through data accuracy, consistency, completeness and timeliness.
* Monitor and maintain compliance with audit requirements.
* Maintain documentation and auditing of models, projects, and processes.
* Adhere to legislative requirements and Group policies and procedures.
* Preside over disciplinary hearings on behalf of SBV in alignment with statutory requirements and the policies & procedures of SBV.
* Effectively communicate and embed new processes and procedures as they occur addressing or escalating matters / concerns to the SME’s (subject matter experts) when required.
People Management
* Establish, embed, and maintain business intelligence standards, including continuous improvement of working processes, effective use of organization-wide approaches to goal setting, personal development planning, and motivation for a high performing team.
* Engaging and influencing senior colleagues to make changes/improvements based on the reporting the team is responsible for producing.
* Passion for questioning data/analysis so that the team is not only delivering quality, actionable output but also developing their storytelling skills.
* Continuously exploring ways of improving the team's toolkit and output and a proactive mindset.
* Create an environment conducive to cross-functional skills transfer.
* Creates a conducive environment which translates into productivity and high morale within SBV delivering on key performance areas.
* Lead and manage the Talent Management Process within one’s department.
* Lead and manage the end-to-end performance management process of employees.
* Adhere to legislative requirements, company policies and procedures in respect of employment Health and safety practices.
* Manage overtime / illegal overtime of one’s department through proper planning and staff rotation inclusive of driving the time and attendance system within one’s department.
* Draft and execute training plans in conjunction with the Training Academy.
* Create and implement strategies in collaboration with Change Management & HR to evaluate and maintain employee satisfaction.
* Drive Transformation and BBB-EE initiatives to ensure sustainable alignment to the company scorecard.
* Act as a change management architect in periods of change to ensure continuity.
* Facilitate the necessary presentations, workshops or forums to ensure consistent and accurate communication is given across one’s department.
Drive the organization culture within one’s centre
* Drive the department’s values while inspiring confidence and generating excitement, enthusiasm and commitment towards the mission.
* Serve as a leader of the culture program driving the desired behaviours and encouraging employee engagement.
* Create and implement strategies in collaboration with Change Management & HR to evaluate and maintain employee satisfaction.
* Drive Transformation and BBB-EE initiatives to ensure sustainable alignment to the company scorecard.
Provide leadership to employees within the organization, creating a winning culture and high morale.
* Act as a change management architect in periods of change to ensure continuity to operations.
* Effectively communicate and embed new processes and procedures as they occur addressing or escalating matters / concerns to the SME’s (subject matter experts) when required.
* Facilitate the necessary presentations, workshops or forums to ensure consistent and accurate communication is given across one’s centre/s.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements: Work Requirements
* 5 years of product or technology experience (advantageous).
* 4 years’ experience with design and implementation of product roadmaps.
* 3 years cloud technology big data, etc.
* Experience in a fast-paced environment with competing demand, multiple partners, networked teams, and evolving needs.
Minimum Requirements: Education
* Degree in Information Technology Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, Commerce or similar.
* Latest ITIL and/or COBIT certification (advantageous).
NB: Communication will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.
SBV recruitment is committed to transformation and diversity alignment.
Work Level: Management
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
EE Position: No
Location: Houghton
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