Chief Information Officer

The Chief Information Officer is responsible for defining and driving the airports information system strategy digital transformation agenda and cybersecurity governance ensuring secure robust integrated and future-ready information systems that support operational excellence and business growth.

The CIO plays a critical role in maintaining 24/7 operational continuity for airport systems supporting passengers airlines security baggage handling operations and administrative services.

Qualifications :

• IT Team management

Define the IT service organization establish and evaluate team members objectives and design and optimize the processes and working methods within the IT service. Manage coach and develop a multidisciplinary IT team

• IT Strategy and Digital Transformation Leadership

Define and lead the medium and long-term IT strategy and digital transformation roadmap aligned with airport business objectives.

• IT Governance and Enterprise Architecture

Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks standards and enterprise architecture across all systems.

• Cybersecurity Strategy and Oversight

- Define cybersecurity strategy oversee risk posture and ensure protection of critical systems infrastructure and data.

- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies aviation regulations and data protection standards.

- Participate in risk assessments disaster recovery planning and business continuity activities.

- Manage security incidents and coordinate remediation actions.

• Technology Investment Planning and Prioritization

Lead planning and approval of IT investments ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and return on investment.

• Enterprise Systems Integration Oversight

Ensure integration and interoperability of key airport systems including AODB CUPPS FIDS ERP CMMS and security platforms.

• Data Governance and Digital Capability Development

Establish data governance frameworks and promote data-driven decision-making across the organization.

• IT Risk Management and Compliance Oversight

Oversee IT-related risks and ensure compliance with regulatory security and audit requirements.

• Innovation and Technology Advancement

Identify and drive adoption of emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and passenger experience.

• Stakeholder Engagement and Alignment

Engage with executive leadership operations and external partners to align IT initiatives with business needs.

• IT Performance and Governance Reporting

Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor IT performance cybersecurity posture and system effectiveness.

• IT Maintenance RUN phase

Establish IT maintenance organization and process to ensure the continuity integrity availability of IT services

• IT Project BUILD phase

- Accountable for the successful execution and delivery of IT projects during the Build phase ensuring effective coordination of technical teams vendors and business stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

- Coordinate deployments migrations and system integrations

- Manage relationships with external suppliers contractors and airport partners.

Additional Information :

• Education

Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Information Systems or related field.

• Professional Certifications

ITIL COBIT ISO 27001 CISSP CISM or equivalent certifications are an added advantage.

• Experience

1015 years experience in IT leadership digital transformation or enterprise systems management.

Previous team management experience required.

Experience in critical 24/7 operational environments is highly desirable.

Experience in aviation critical infrastructure or large enterprise IT environments is an added advantage.

• Language

Proficiency in both English and Swahili.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time