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Head, Government & Strategy

Polaris Bank Limited

Job Purpose

  • To establish and maintain governance frameworks that ensure technology investments, risks, compliance obligations, and strategic initiatives are effectively managed and aligned with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop IT governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
  • Lead IT risk management and regulatory compliance activities.
  • Oversee IT strategy development and execution.
  • Manage enterprise architecture governance.
  • Coordinate technology audits and regulatory reviews.
  • Drive vendor governance and technology investment optimization.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related discipline.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience, with strong exposure to governance, compliance, risk management, and strategy development.

Professional Certifications:

  • COBIT
  • CISA
  • CRISC
  • ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

Application Closing Date
Not Specified .

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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