IT Manager at Givanas Cosmetics Nigeria Limited

Givanas Cosmetics Nigeria Limited, a manufacturing company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: IT Manager 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• We are seeking to hire an IT Manager to join our organization’s team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of our organization's information technology strategy, infrastructure, and operations. 
• The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring that our software and hardware operations are integrated.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s overall IT strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Continuously evaluate and adjust the IT strategy based on changing technology trends, business requirements, and emerging risks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices, including data security, privacy, and risk management.
• Oversee budgeting and expenses for both hardware and software initiatives, resource allocation, and vendor management related to IT.
• Act as a liaison between IT and other departments (e.g., HR, finance, operations) to understand business needs and ensure IT is providing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with executive management (GM) to ensure IT investments are aligned with corporate goals and priorities.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and recommend innovations that could enhance business efficiency, improve security, or reduce costs.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and ensure that the organization stays competitive through technological advancement.
• Oversee the performance and operational effectiveness of both hardware and software management teams, ensuring systems run smoothly, are scalable, and meet business needs.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of IT systems, including network infrastructure, servers, and applications.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure IT performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the identification and management of IT risks, ensuring disaster recovery, business continuity, and data protection plans are in place.
• Ensure the IT infrastructure is resilient, secure, and protected against threats (e.g., cyberattacks, data breaches, system failures).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT support, network administration & system maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of hardware, software, operating systems, cybersecurity, data protection and IT best practices.
• Proven experience as an IT Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Experience with system installation, configuration, and analysis.
• Proficiency in data management, cybersecurity, and IT risk management.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage teams and collaborate with various departments.
• Problem-solving mind-set with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with cloud computing, virtualization, and emerging IT technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or CompTIA are a plus.

Application Closing Date
17th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter to: hrm@givanascosmetics.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.