• Position us as a preferred technology partner for enterprise and government clients across Nigeria and West Africa.

• Identify and pursue new markets, service lines, and strategic partnerships to diversify and expand revenue streams.

Business Development & Revenue Growth

• Lead and close high-value commercial engagements, including government contracts,

retainer-based ICT advisory mandates, and enterprise software projects.

• Oversee proposal development, tender responses, and client presentations; personally lead

strategic pitches and C-suite negotiations.

• Cultivate and maintain a pipeline of public sector opportunities including MDAs, parastatals, and government agencies.

Operations & Delivery

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of technology projects, ensuring quality, timelines, and client

satisfaction are consistently met.

• Build and manage a high-performance team of engineers, project managers, and business

development professionals.

• Implement robust project governance frameworks, resource planning processes, and delivery

methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, or similar).

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage the annual budget; drive P&L accountability across all business units.

• Oversee pricing strategy, margin management, and cost optimisation across projects.

• Provide the Board with accurate and timely financial and operational performance reporting.

Stakeholder & Client Relations

• Represent us at the executive level with clients, regulators, vendors, and industry forums.

• Manage and deepen relationships with key technology partners including Microsoft, Oracle,and other OEMs.

• Collaborate closely with Paysure Technologies and other portfolio entities to maximise cross-portfolio synergies.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10 years of experience in technology, IT services, systems integration, or related field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

• Demonstrated track record of winning and delivering government or large enterprise technology contracts in Nigeria or the broader African market.

• Strong understanding of enterprise software development, IT infrastructure, and digital transformation frameworks.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field. An MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

• Experience managing multi-disciplinary technology teams and complex project portfolios.

• Excellent commercial acumen with experience in P&L management and business development.

• Strong existing relationships within Nigerian MDAs, parastatals, or large private sector organisations is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of procurement regulations for public sector technology projects in Nigeria.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire and mobilise teams around ambitious goals.

• Commercially driven with a bias for action, deal-making, and revenue accountability.

• Excellent communication and executive presence — comfortable in board rooms, government offices, and technical reviews.

• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• High integrity and resilience in navigating the complexity of the Nigerian business environment.