Ecosystem Development Manager (Software)
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Job description
The
overarching responsibility of the person in this position is that of a
technology evangelist, facilitating the growth of software companies in
Nigeria, as well as in the global software market; championing the emergence of
Nigerian global brands.
The
Software Ecosystem Development Manager will serve as the lead for ecosystem
enablement activities for the software subsector. This position reports to the
National Coordinator and is located in Abuja but may be required to have strong
presence in Lagos.
The
manager is responsible for setting engagement and development strategy for
assigned subsector as well as to evangelize and align the mandate of the ONC with key ecosystem partners. The manager will
work closely with the National Coordinator to define and execute initiatives
that lead to the actualization of defined KPIs in the Guidelines for Nigerian Content Development and the Implementation
Plan.
Responsibilities
and Tasks:
·
Develop and drive enabling strategy
for achievement of key performance indicators in the Guidelines for Nigerian Content
Development.
·
Establish and maintain strong and
deep working relationships with indigenous firms, multinationals, partners and
institutions in the public and private sectors.
·
Ensure compliance with the Guidelines.
·
Lead programs and initiatives that will
foster the proliferation of startups and the growth of startups to become
established firms and corporations.
·
Lead programs and initiatives to
develop world-class software engineers in line with theGuidelines.
·
Advocate and promote Nigerian firms
and technology products
·
Understand current and emerging
technology trends
·
Achieve set KPIs as defined in
the Guidelines and the Implementation Plan
Desired Skills and Experience
Required
Education:
Post
Graduate degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer
Science or related field in ICT
Required
Experience and Skills:
·
Experience in technical marketing,
business development, application engineering, or field application engineering
·
Excellent track record of performance
against SMART goals
·
Demonstrated ability to build strong
relationships across different levels and functions
·
Outstanding oral and written
communications skills, problem solving and analytical skills
·
Experience in working with partners
to understand technical requirements, design solutions and develop
differentiated programs
Background:
·
Post Graduate Degree preferably in
IT, Engineering, Bus. Administration or Entrepreneurship
·
Fifteen years post-graduation
experience
·
Sales or Business Development
Experience of more than 7 years
·
Knowledge of local Ecosystem: ISVs
(local/Int’l), OEMs (local/Int’l), Universities, and Startups etc.
·
Background experience working
with multinational companies
·
Previous position combining technical
ability with people/ecosystem development
·
At least 7 years experience in
Mentoring and Leadership
About this company
The Office for Nigerian Content Development in ICT (ONC) is
a development focused, Special Purpose Vehicle of
the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) under the
auspices of the Federal Ministry of Communications Technology for implementing
the Guidelines for Nigerian Content Development in ICT, which came into force on December 3, 2013.
The ONC is charged with the mandate of developing an
indigenous ICT industry which would make a double-digit contribution to
Nigeria’s GDP. Part of the strategy is to ensure that Nigerian ICT companies
participate significantly in all segments of the ICT value chain. The program
aims to boost growth in key ICT economic clusters through the injection of
intellectual and industrial capital into ICT industry.
For
details see: http://goo.gl/Qk9dK3
The ONC is now looking to recruit highly resourceful
and competent Nigerians with a passion for technology and economic development.
The roles are highly strategic to national development and require a deep
understanding and appreciation of global economic and ICT issues.
The
positions to be filled as Technology Evangelists are as follows:
1. Ecosystem Development Manager (Software)
2. Ecosystem Development Manager (Hardware)
3. Ecosystem Development Manager (Telecoms and ICT-enabled Services)
4. Ecosystem Development Manager (Human Capital)
5. Communications Manager
6. Fundraising Manager
Please send application and resume
to: careers@carterltd.com on or before 10th of June, 2014.
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