IT Manager
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop the annual IT plan and budget, and ensure effective implementation.
- Assess organizational requirements and design IT infrastructure that meets defined business needs throughout the operational phase.
- Manage the renewal of all technical support contracts.
- Maintain IT hardware, UPS systems, and work centers.
- Register new employees and contractors in IT systems.
- Submit weekly and monthly attendance reports to HR.
- Design software solutions for cheque and receipt printing.
- Administer and maintain system access controls, CCTV, time attendance, ID cards, call manager, GSM, Wi-Fi access, user permissions, and international call access.
- Manage IT asset registration and maintain legacy assets.
- Coordinate with outsourced infrastructure service providers to design, maintain, and implement IT infrastructure architecture, standards, and software systems that enhance efficiency and support market and future growth needs.
- Coordinate with networking service providers to ensure networks are configured according to the agreed infrastructure design.
- Process monthly payments for IT services.
- Review IT tender specifications for sites and evaluate bidders' technical submissions.
- Deliver first-level technical support to system users, ensuring prompt and responsive assistance and appropriate resolution of queries and needs.
- Plan, design, and implement data security and contingency measures to preserve security levels and ensure data is adequately stored and protected.
- Advise departments on software solution selection, ensuring solutions meet business requirements within the IT and operational budget.
- Coordinate with Administration to procure software, hardware, and technology equipment (PCs, laptops, telephone systems, printers, photocopiers, consumables) in line with the IT plan and operational budget.
Requirements- 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of QD IT standards, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of IT system administration.
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a relevant discipline.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage time and prioritize work efficiently.
- Strong written and spoken communication and presentation skills in English.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Negotiation skills.
Benefits- Salary + Benefits