Deputy Chief Technology Officer

SUMMARY:
Searching for exceptional talent in a position for International NPO as a Deputy Chief Technology Officer...

Remote | $3000  | Africa 

POSITION INFO:
Deputy Chief Technology Officer
Role Overview:

As the Deputy Chief Technology Officer, you will be the catalyst for operational excellence and a high-performance culture within our dynamic TechLab. Working closely with the CTO, you’ll play a pivotal role in executing an ambitious technology roadmap by providing strategic leadership across resource management, project coordination, and team development. Your focus will be on maximizing team productivity, nurturing a positive and collaborative work environment, and upholding our commitment to open-source principles and active community engagement.
In this role, you’ll champion efficient workflows and resource utilization, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while promoting a healthy work-life balance. Your technical expertise, combined with a passion for our mission, will empower the team to build impactful solutions advancing digital democracy.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Team Management (30%)

• • Build a High-Performing Team: Lead strategic recruitment and onboarding to integrate new team members smoothly into the TechLab. Invest in continuous learning, mentorship, and career development.
  • Define Strategic Direction: Set clear goals and a unified vision, aligning team objectives with organizational goals. Encourage a culture of excellence, best practices, and continuous improvement.
  • Performance Management: Establish robust systems for feedback, recognition, and evaluation, motivating team members and valuing their contributions.
  • Innovation: Keep the team updated with industry trends and open-source advancements to maintain high standards in technology and design.

• • Project Lifecycle Oversight: Coordinate the full software development cycle, emphasizing on-time delivery and high-quality output.
  • Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders on requirements and timelines, ensuring all phases meet their expectations.
  • Team Well-being: Balance workloads and prevent burnout while maximizing productivity.

• • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate inter-departmental collaboration to draw on diverse expertise.
  • Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Maintain detailed and up-to-date project documentation and record-keeping.
  • Storytelling & Knowledge Sharing: Actively work with the engagement team to share insights about processes and tools, fostering a culture of openness.

• • Client Relations: Develop strong client relationships to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. Serve as the primary contact for technical matters, ensuring clarity and effective communication.
  • Client Support: Lead efforts to resolve technical challenges promptly and oversee negotiation of favorable technology agreements aligned with clients' strategic goals.

• • Personal Time Management: Independently manage your time across projects, keeping leadership informed.
  • Team Admin Support: Guide your direct reports in administrative tasks and be a resource for effective project management.

1. Effective Leadership: Inspire trust, maintain high team productivity, and deliver projects on schedule.
2. Resource Management: Monitor financial, human, and technological resources to stay within budget.
3. Informed Decision-Making: Track team productivity and effectiveness of development programs.
4. Culture of Innovation & Learning: Foster continuous learning and creativity within the team.
5. Community Engagement: Actively engage with the civic tech community, sharing insights and providing guidance.

• Reports to: Chief Technology Officer
• Receives guidance from: CTO and Strategy Council
• Manages: Engineering Manager/Tech Lead, Design Manager/Design Lead, Product Manager, Security Manager