Contract Head of IT | PartnerUp Vacancies
Job Description
PartnerUp Vacancies – Head of IT – Banking Segment
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Company: PartnerUp
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Information Technology
Job Title: Head of IT – Banking Segment
Company: PartnerUp
PURPOSE STATEMENT
- Provide strategic technical direction and manage multiple teams responsible for end-to-end product lifecycle delivery, including features, support, and maintenance.
- Drive efficiency, optimization, innovation, and team development within the IT banking segment.
DIRECT REPORTS
Team Leaders:
- Operations
- Technology
- Data and Analytics
Indirect Reports:
- Software Engineers
- Test Engineers
- Business Analysts
- Product Owners
- Systems Engineers (Network, Security, Cloud, Infrastructure, Data)
- Database Administrators
- Data Scientists
- BI Analysts
- Production Support Technicians
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
- Software Services Delivery
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Third-Party Relationship Management
- People Management
- Budgeting & Financial Reporting
KEY TASKS & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Software Services Delivery
- Lead software development for banking systems, ensuring quality, security, and performance.
- Manage timelines, stakeholder communication, and delivery commitments.
- Enforce adherence to SDLC best practices and IT governance standards.
- Collaborate with Technology Strategies to implement optimal solutions.
Risk & Compliance
- Address audit findings and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with internal standards and SDLC protocols.
Third-Party Relationship Management
- Own vendor sourcing, negotiation, and Contract management.
- Monitor supplier performance and optimize service delivery.
People Management
- Build high-performing teams with aligned skills and product focus.
- Drive recruitment, performance management, and career development.
- Foster a collaborative, innovative, and adaptable work culture.
Budgeting & Financial Reporting
- Develop and manage budgets for OPEX/CAPEX.
Fifth Xavierapprove expenditures and provide variance reporting.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, IT, or Computer Science.
- Ideal: Honors Degree in IT, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Minimum:
- 5+ years in software development management.
- Agile environment leadership, roadmap planning, and stakeholder engagement.
- Expertise in people management, budgeting, and business analysis.
Ideal:
- Banking industry knowledge.
- SDLC, Agile methodologies, and business model alignment.
SKILLS
- Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making abilities.
- Leadership, analytical thinking, and stakeholder influence.
COMPETENCIES
- Strategic leadership and team supervision.
- Adaptability, commercial thinking, and results-driven execution.
- Collaboration, innovation, and performance management.
Join PartnerUp to shape the future of banking technology!
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Please note: This job posting may be closed at any time by the employer, either due to internal recruitment policies, legal requirements, or once a suitable candidate has been found. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
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