• Evaluate the functioning and monitoring capabilities of all Core Banking System in accordance with the requirements of business including banking system and all other business critical applications. This would include the requirement of identifying, evaluating, supervising and implementing of banking applications and systems.
• Evaluate the proposed change of banking applications in collaboration with the advice provided by the Advisories and project the way forward for the organization on its technology platform.                         
• Contemplate the automation of all possible functions and process to eliminate risks and wastages.
• Follow approved escalation procedure and ensure approved change management process are followed with efficient participation in the final approval of the go live functionality of any application.
• Identify, mentor and manage the project team to provide input on project development and management.
• Development and enhancement of Service Level Agreement (SLA) for all functions performance with internal or external customers.
• Efficient management of critical functions and reporting of projects.
• Ensure proper planning to take care of any exigencies that might affect the timelines of projects and ensure that a plan B is in place and available for roll out without delay.
• Manage overall day to day activities of all projects and support activities relating to CBA.
• Provide the feedback on status of projects and processes.
• Demonstrates flexibility   by applying key skills in a variety of areas, quickly adapts to new learning situations and environments; demonstrates agility and responsiveness in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
• Ensure the product being acquired /proposed to be acquired /modifications being done are suitable to best extent.
• Ensure to review bank’s existing operational systems and methods, identifying options for the improvement of process efficiencies.
• Assist to ensure applications security is maintained at maximum level to ensure the integrity is uncompromised and regular and comprehensive internal control checks are performed.
• Ensure the professional development of subordinates and themselves in information and Technology areas.
• Provide assistance to the Head – IT for each budget period, outlining reasons, costs and resources required.
• Ensure compliance with bank and regulatory requirements during implementation of IT projects related services for the bank.
• Perform change management risk reviews and post implementation reviews for all change requests.
• Prepare and ensure that Risk Control Self-Assessment is conducted periodically for unit.

REQUIREMENTS.

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP), IT governance (e.g., COBIT), or relevant vendor-specific certifications.
• Any certifications related to core banking systems or banking technology would be advantageous.
• At least 7-10 years of experience in banking technology with a focus on core banking systems.

Proven experience in managing and implementing core banking applications and systems.