Head: Business Enablement - Technology

Absa Group

Technology strategy formulation and execution
Financial management and cost optimisation
Workforce planning and organisational effectiveness
This senior leadership position is responsible for driving the operational coherence and strategic execution effectiveness of the AFS Technology function

Job Summary

  • This senior leadership position is responsible for driving the operational coherence and strategic execution effectiveness of the AFS Technology function.
  • The role serves as the connective tissue between technology strategy, financial stewardship, workforce capability, supplier relationships, and governance.
  • The incumbent will work in close partnership with the AFS CIO and senior technology leaders to translate strategic intent into actionable plans, maintain rigorous cost discipline, orchestrate governance and reporting obligations, and build a high-performing, future-fit technology workforce.

Matching Summary

This senior leadership position is responsible for driving the operational coherence and strategic execution effectiveness of the AFS Technology function.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Technology strategy formulation and execution
  • Financial management and cost optimisation
  • Workforce planning and organisational effectiveness
  • Contract and supplier management
  • Governance, risk, audit coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and inclusive leadership style
  • Resilient and adaptable in complex organisations
  • Commitment to Absa's values

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration (NQF Level 7)
  • Postgraduate qualification (MBA, MBL, relevant Master's) advantageous

Work Rights

Not specified

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