Head of Information Technology, Strategic Planning

Job Description : Head of Information Technology, Strategic Planning, Performance & Communications SELANGOR, MALAYSIA EXPATS ONLY This role is responsible for developing, implementing and managing IT strategies and objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure IT resources contribute to the organisation's success. The successful candidate will also be responsible for planning, developing, and executing communication strategies to advance the Digital Technology Division's goals and objectives. Developing, implementing, and managing IT strategies and objectives Ensuring IT resources contribute to the organisation's success Planning, developing and executing communication strategies As the Head of Information Technology, Strategic Planning, Performance & Communications, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of our client's digital technology division. You will work closely with senior management to develop long-term strategic goals, ensuring that all IT resources are aligned with these objectives. Your role will also involve managing the annual IT budget, collaborating with various teams for strategic alignment, and developing comprehensive communication strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about technology strategy, performance management, and communications. Collaborate with Digital Technologies Senior Management team to identify and formulate the long-term strategic goals of the Division Function as Technology Strategist and Advisor to Chief Digital Technology Officer (CDTO) and Digital Technologies Leadership on technology strategies Identify and map tactical plans against the IT strategies and track the execution of these plans Manage the IT division annual and ad-hoc project budget request and ensure project alignment to strategic goals Ensure collaboration with Corporate Strategy team and Project Management Centre of Excellence (PM COE) team for alignment against strategic outcomes and project governance Develop and design IT subject roadmap and blueprint Identify target audiences and tailor communications plan accordingly Development of management communication materials e.g., CDTO Townhall, Board On-Boarding Presentation, CDTO external presentation The ideal candidate for the Head of Information Technology, Strategic Planning, Performance & Communications role will bring a wealth of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, research, performance management and process improvement. You will have a solid understanding of Project Management, Change Management and Lean Six Sigma principles. Your familiarity with IT Maturity Models and leading practices frameworks from the consulting industry will be crucial to your success in this role. Additionally, your ability to use Microsoft Office tools effectively, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, will be highly valued. Possess a bachelor’s degree (Honours) in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent which is recognized by the Government from any local or abroad higher learning institution in related field of study or qualification in related field of study which is recognized by the Government At least 20 years of experience in management consulting, strategic planning, research, performance management and/or process improvement Solid understanding of Project Management, Change Management and Lean Six Sigma principles Certification in PMP, Prince2 and Lean Six Sigma is preferred Familiar with IT Maturity Models and leading practices frameworks from consulting industry Good and sound knowledge in using Microsoft Office tools (mainly Excel and PowerPoint) Experience in creating presentations and communicating ideas and plans in an impactful manner Experience in agile project delivery or using the appropriate agile project management methodology & framework

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