Deputy Chief Information and Technology Officer (900)

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB/the Bank) has an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Chief Information & Technology Officer (Deputy CITO) to advance and champion the Bank’s technology and digital transformation agenda and deliver integrated technology solutions to its business.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Information and Technology Services (ITS) Department's mandate is to transform how the Bank accomplishes its mission through information and technology. In this fast-paced, ever-changing world, the formulation and implementation of the IT strategy is an ongoing, iterative process of learning and adaptation developed through extensive consultations with business partners. ITS serves the Bank's information and technology needs, aligning with its overall mission to serve the region.

THE ROLE

The Deputy CITO will co-lead all core IT activities, advocate for and drive innovation through partnering with leaders across the Bank, identify and develop technology investment targets across core IT activities, and develop and implement a Bank-wide information security program. This role leads the implementation and adoption of new technology, ensuring that digital solutions streamline and support business processes. The Deputy CITO accomplishes these initiatives through strategic advising, project management, research, data analytics and change management. The Deputy CITO will report to the Chief Information and Technology Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the Deputy CITO include:

• Collaborating with the Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) and other executives to develop and implement IT strategies aligned with the overall business goals and objectives.
  • Directly supervise and guide:
    • • • the IT Agile Operations Portfolio Manager who is responsible for the Core Business, Integrations, Data Factory and ServiceDesk Studios.
          • • • the Analytics & Information Management Manager who is responsible for the Analytics and Information Studios
              • Work closely with the IT Governance Manager to adopt policies and procedures ensure compliance with security and business frameworks, and report to management on related matters.
                • Effectively communicating IT strategies, initiatives, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders, including executives, staff, and, in some cases, customers.
                  • Overseeing technology governance and ensuring IT initiatives comply with organizational policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
                    • Collaborating with the CITO to develop, manage and execute the IT budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effectiveness in IT operations and projects.
                      • Overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are on-time completion, within budget, and according to quality standards.
                        • Identifying and mitigating IT-related risks, including cybersecurity threats, data breaches, and other vulnerabilities. Developing and implementing risk management strategies and policies.
                          • Keeping abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the IT industry and advising the CITO on potential opportunities for innovation and opportunities for improvement.
                            • Collaborating with other departments to understand their technology needs and ensuring that IT solutions align with business requirements.