Chief Information Officer – Peoples Bank Colombo 02

Job Description 

People’s Bank, a premier bank in Sri Lanka with the largest customer base, providing innovative financial solutions to its diversified clientele for over six decades and as a conducive environment for those who strive to achieve excellence and believe in professionalism, the Bank is looking for a talented & dynamic individual to fill the following position in the Bank.

Key responsibilities: 

• Developing strategies, policies and procedures with regard to all aspects of information and communications for the Bank. 

• Formation of ICT strategic objectives and policy decisions to suit the Bank's overall corporate objectives. 

• Ensuring day-to-day IT support and infrastructure are in place to run business efficiently, including system integrity, disaster recovery programme, and allocation of equipment. 

• Management of all software development and maintenance. 

• Conversant with the latest software development practices and platforms. 

• Providing consultation and support for technological developments. 

• Translating business requirements into timely cost-effective technical solutions while developing and evaluating training programmes. 

• Understanding “Business-based new Trends” in banking and adaptability. 

• Developing and administering the IT Departmental budget and the Bank’s IT capital budget. 

• Negotiating and administering all contracts, agreements and leases. 

• Responsible for evaluating and procurement of all banking-related applications. 

• Conversant and experienced in various outsourced and managed services. 

• Comply with CBSL guidelines and other regulatory requirements. 

• With real ability, the right approach and leadership skills, the candidate should fit comfortably into the business's sizable IT infrastructure.

Educational & Professional Qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor's or a Master’s Degree in Information Technology/ Computer science/ Engineering from a recognized university. 

• At least 8 to 10 years of Managerial level experience in the field of IT including in a capacity of Senior Management in a reputed organization (preferably in a bank or large financial institution). 

• Membership of a recognized IT body and professional credentials (CISM, TOGAF, ITIL, ISACA, PMI membership etc.) are highly desired. 

• Proven experience in managing IT Operations, Enterprise Architecture, Strategy, System implementations, budget oversight, cyber security and Disaster Recovery, Compliance and governance. 

• Ability to align IT with Business objectives, innovate with emerging tech, ensure regulatory compliance and maintain high availability of critical systems, IT risk management. 

• Deep knowledge of Cyber security, cloud platforms, and emerging technologies (AI integration, Data Analytics). 

• Strong Background in vendor management, budget planning and cost optimization.

Age Limit:

Age should be below 55 years as at the closing date of applications. 

Method of Selection:

Shortlisted applicants based on the stipulated qualifications and experience will be called for an interview.

Conditions of Employment:

This will be a Corporate Management position (equivalent to the grade of Deputy General Manager) on a contract basis, and performance will be evaluated annually.