Vice President Information Technology

Company Description Somalia Payment Switch (SPS) is the national payment system operator for Somalia, established through a joint initiative between the Central Bank of Somalia and the Somali Bankers Association. SPS is responsible for modernizing and unifying the country’s digital payment ecosystem by enabling interoperability among banks and financial service providers. The organization drives innovation and promotes financial inclusion across Somalia. Through its flagship Somalia Instant Payment System (SIPS), QR payment standardization, and digital gateway services, SPS delivers secure, real-time, and seamless transactions nationwide. SPS plays a key role in supporting economic growth and accelerating Somalia’s digital transformation.
Role Description The Vice President Information Technology is a full-time, remote leadership role responsible for overseeing SPS’s technology vision, strategy, and operations. This role leads the design, implementation, and optimization of payment platforms, core infrastructure, and digital services to ensure reliability, scalability, and security. The position involves directing IT governance, setting architecture standards, and managing vendor and partner relationships to support national payment initiatives. The Vice President Information Technology will collaborate with executive leadership to align IT strategy with business objectives, oversee major technology projects, and ensure regulatory and cybersecurity compliance. Day-to-day tasks include guiding IT teams, monitoring system performance, managing budgets, and driving continuous improvement across the technology landscape.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Information Technology, including enterprise systems, infrastructure, and secure digital payments.
Demonstrated experience in IT Management, leading cross-functional technology teams and overseeing complex operations.
Proven ability in IT Strategy, aligning technology roadmaps with organizational and national payment system goals.
Advanced skills in Project Management, delivering large-scale, mission-critical technology initiatives on time and within budget.
Expertise in Strategic Planning, with the ability to anticipate trends, manage risk, and drive digital transformation.
Experience in financial services, fintech, or payment systems, including interoperability and real-time transaction platforms.
Knowledge of information security, regulatory compliance, and risk management in digital financial environments.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed, remote setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, CISSP) are an advantage.

Work arrangement
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