Head, Enterprise Architecture, Information Technology Strategy & Emerging Technology at Stanbic IBTC

Role Purpose

Stanbic IBTC is seeking a visionary and execution-driven Head of Enterprise Architecture, IT Strategy & Emerging Technology to define, shape, and deliver the future state technology landscape of one of Africa's leading financial institutions.

This role will lead the thinking, design and evolution of the Group's enterprise technology architecture, drive technology strategy aligned to business growth ambitions, and identify, incubate, and scale emerging technologies that create competitive advantage.

The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of business strategy, digital innovation, execution, and enterprise technology governance, ensuring Stanbic IBTC remains a market leader in digital financial services.

Strategic Mandate

The role holder will:


Define and continuously evolve the Enterprise Technology Blueprint for the Group Stanbic IBTC Holdings
Translate business strategy into executable technology roadmaps, programmes & projects
Drive cloud-native, API-first, and platform-led architecture transformation
Lead emerging technology scouting, incubation, and commercialization
Enforce architecture principles, strong architecture governance, standards, and technical guardrails
Enable scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-optimized technology ecosystems


Key Responsibilities


Enterprise Architecture Leadership
IT Strategy & Technology Transformation
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Cloud & Platform Strategy
Data, AI & Digital Enablement
Governance, Risk & Regulatory Alignment
Talent & Capability Leadership


Qualifications


University Degree
TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent architecture certification
Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Exposure to financial services ecosystems and digital banking transformation.


Required Experience


12+ years progressive technology leadership experience
8+ years in Enterprise Architecture, Strategy, or CTO-level environments
Proven experience in large-scale financial services or regulated industries
Experience engaging & collaborating in matrix environments (Standard Bank Africa Regions, Standard Bank Group)
Track record leading transformation across multi-platform banking environments


Leadership Profile

We are looking for leaders who are:


Strategic and deeply execution-focused
Commercially aware and value-driven
Innovation-led but risk-conscious
Able to influence C-suite and Board stakeholders
Passionate about building African technology leadership capability


Behavioural Competencies:


Adopting Practical Approaches
Articulating Information
Developing Expertise
Developing Strategies
Directing People
Empowering Individuals
Exploring Possibilities
Making Decisions
Providing Insights
Resolving Conflict
Team Working
Upholding Standards


Technical Competencies:


Banking Process & Procedures
Client Servicing
Coaching and Mentoring
Mind of Customer Experience
Product Related Systems (Business Banking)
Risk Management