Cio (Medical Sector - Pathology / Laboratory / Healthcare)

Isilumko Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical laboratory sector is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to drive digital transformation and ensure ICT governance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in ICT leadership within the healthcare sector and hold relevant degrees. Key responsibilities include implementing ICT strategy, managing cyber security, and leading a multi-disciplinary team. This role is based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Qualifications

• No less than 10 years' ICT leadership experience in healthcare/laboratory/pathology industry.
• Proven track record in leading enterprise-wide ICT governance and digital transformation.
• Strong knowledge in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement ICT strategy.
• Drive the digital transformation of laboratory services.
• Responsible for ICT governance and compliance.
• Accountable for cyber security and data analytics oversight.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Strategic

Communication

Technical

Leadership

Collaborator

Stakeholder management

Innovative

Problem solving

Education

Matric

Bachelor's degree - ICT, Computer science, information systems

Master's - Information and communication technology or MBA / MBL

Tools

ISO 27001

ITIL

COBIT

Job description

Overview

One of our leaders in the laboratory medical space, is seeking a qualified and experienced CIO to join their team.

Qualifications and experience

• Matric
• Bachelors' degree - ICT, Computer science, information systems
• Masters' - Information and communication technology or MBA / MBL
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, ITIL, COBIT
• No less than 10 years' ICT leadership experience, with healthcare / laboratory / pathology industry
• Must have a proven track record in leading enterprise wide ICT governance, digital transformation, project delivery
• Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront

Key skills

• Strategic
• Communication
• Technical
• Leadership
• Collaborator
• Stakeholder management
• Innovative
• Problem solving

Key performance areas

• Draft and implement ICT strategy
• Drive the digital transformation of the laboratory services
• Responsible for ICT governance and compliance
• Accountable for: Cyber security, enterprise systems, reporting, data analytics, infrastructure and network management, service desk and technical support, software development, system integration, project portfolio oversight, procurement, asset management, printing services
• Budget compliance
• Vendor performance
• Drafting reports
• Team development - succession planning, lead a multi-disciplinary team
• Stakeholder engagement