Chief Information Officer - Durban

Hc Recruit; Durban; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hc Recruit seeks a Chief Information Officer in Durban to lead the enterprise-wide digital transformation strategy and secure a sustainable competitive advantage.

The role requires 15+ years of executive IT leadership, ERP experience, and a track record delivering large-scale initiatives, AI and BI strategy, and strong governance and reporting capabilities. You will guide cross-functional teams and align technology with corporate vision.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of executive IT leadership experience.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise-wide digital transformation.
• Experience with large ERP implementations and cloud solutions.
• Executive reporting, KPI tracking and data-driven decision making.
• Ability to align technology with corporate strategy and stakeholder needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of the enterprise-wide digital transformation strategy.
• Develop and deploy the Enterprise AI Strategy and identify high-impact AI opportunities.
• Oversee cybersecurity governance, risk management and compliance.
• Drive paperless initiatives and streamline financial reporting processes.
• Build and mentor a high-performing digital technology team.

Skills

Executive leadership

Digital transformation

AI & BI strategy

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity governance

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/IS/Software Eng

Tools

ERP systems

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

BI tools

Data governance platforms

Job description

DBN000340 – Chief Information Officer - Durban Based

Purpose of the job: To Lead the design and execution of the enterprise-wide digital transformation strategy, leveraging modern technologies to secure a sustainable competitive advantage.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Software Engineering – preferred but not essential
• 15+ years of executive-level experience directing global IT operations and technology strategies.
• Proven track record of architecting and executing enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives.
• Extensive expertise in delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, including robust ERP solutions. [
• Strategic leadership in deploying Cloud computing solutions, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Business Intelligence (BI).
• Strong command over cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Deep proficiency in data analytics, business intelligence, and executive-level reporting to drive decision-making.
• Exceptional capability in managing executive stakeholders, aligning technology with corporate vision, and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strategic Leadership & Digital Transformation
• Execute the enterprise digitisation strategy to achieve 2027 strategic objectives.
• Formulate and deploy the comprehensive Enterprise AI Strategy.
• Identify and deliver immediate, high-impact AI opportunities.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure progress against strategic goals.
• Spearhead the transition toward a fully paperless organization.
• Streamline financial reporting by eliminating repetitive manual processes.
• Architect data systems to optimize enterprise information management.
• Develop and execute the corporate B2B Digital Commerce Strategy.
• Build and cultivate a high-performing digital technology team
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Please Note - Should you not hear back from us within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.