FINCA International is in the process of opening Microfinance Bank in Nigeria and is currently looking for an Information Systems (IS) Manager (Job Code: 962), to be based in Owerri, Nigeria. The IS Manager, reports to the Country Director. The IS Manager is in charge of leading a function whose key responsibility is to facilitate alignment of FINCA’s technology with its operational vision based on the information systems strategy, by putting in place information systems which provide business advantage and increase operating efficiency in serving the FINCA’s clientele.
Requirements of the Information Systems (IS) Manager
- University Degree in computer science or equivalent,
- Oracle database management and administration,
- Minimum five years experience in an IT position in a reputable financial services organization,
- Knowledge of banking regulatory/compliance framework, information systems policies and practice,
- Experience with Windows OS, server configuration and maintenance, networking, and Windows-based scripting languages, and some familiarity with Unix/Linux,
- Experience with more than one operating system / multi sites,
- Strong business (as opposed to technical) performance orientation,
- Excellent project management skills,
- Ability to anticipate problems and proactively takes measures to control or minimize them,
- Ability to network and create positive, mutually co-operative relationships with internal customers,
- Innovation and creativity, ability to translate business needs into technical solutions,
- Energy, determination and flexibility, ability to set realistic, aggressive targets, leads by example, empowers staff, actively displays and rewards target behaviors,
- High level of confidentiality required,
- Fluency in English required
- Some domestic travel (up to thirty percent)
How to apply?
Candidates can visit at http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FINCA&cws=1&rid=962 for apply online
FINCA International Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
