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Head Information Technology at Overland Airways

Overland AirwaysLagos, Nigeria Networking and Tech Support
Full Time
Overland Airways was incorporated on September 17‚ 1998. It is an airline registered to operate charter and scheduled flights. The airline commenced operations in 2002 with the aim of increasing the prosperity of the Nigerian hinterland by facilitating the transportation of business (men)‚ investors‚ government officials from one point to another and till date‚ is the pride of Nigeria in the airline industry. Overland Airways operates scheduled domestic flight services within Nigeria called 'Business Flyer" and has succeeded in bringing air transportation to the hinterland of Nigeria. Its routes include: Lagos‚ Abuja‚ Ibadan‚ Ilorin‚ Akure‚ Dutse‚ Minna‚ Bauchi‚ Asaba and Jalingo. Overland Airways also operates charter services to various destinations in Nigeria‚ West and Central Africa. Overland Airways has contributed to the economic growth of host states by connecting them to Abuja and Lagos‚ the main economic hubs of the country. The airline operates a fleet of modern equipment and facilities to provide high standard of service. Overland Airways has a fleet of 9 modern aircraft composed of ATR-42s‚ ATR-72s and Beechcraft 1900Ds which it deploys to various destinations in Nigeria‚ West and Central Africa. Overland Airways is the only airline older than 10 years in existence in Nigeria today not under the control of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON)‚ Overland Airways has the economic stability to continue to empower Nigeria's hinterland economies with sustainable‚ safe and comfortable flight services. Overland Airways has been recognized as the fastest growing domestic airline in Nigeria amongst other industry awards that it has received since inception. ( The airline is an International Air Transport Association (IATA) Member; having successfully completed the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) and listed on the IOSA Registry IOSA is a global standard and a benchmark for enhancing operational safety of airlines. ) Overland Airways was incorporated on September 17‚ 1998. It is an airline registered to operate charter and scheduled flights. The airline commenced operations in 2002 with the aim of increasing the prosperity of the Nigerian hinterland by facilitating the transportation of business (men)‚ investors‚ government officials from one point to another and till date‚ is the pride of Nigeria in the airline industry. Overland Airways operates scheduled domestic flight services within Nigeria called 'Business Flyer" and has succeeded in bringing air transportation to the hinterland of Nigeria. Its routes include: Lagos‚ Abuja‚ Ibadan‚ Ilorin‚ Akure‚ Dutse‚ Minna‚ Bauchi‚ Asaba and Jalingo. Overland Airways also operates charter services to various destinations in Nigeria‚ West and Central Africa. Overland Airways has contributed to the economic growth of host states by connecting them to Abuja and Lagos‚ the main economic hubs of the country. The airline operates a fleet of modern equipment and facilities to provide high standard of service. Overland Airways has a fleet of 9 modern aircraft composed of ATR-42s‚ ATR-72s and Beechcraft 1900Ds which it deploys to various destinations in Nigeria‚ West and Central Africa. Overland Airways is the only airline older than 10 years in existence in Nigeria today not under the control of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON)‚ Overland Airways has the economic stability to continue to empower Nigeria's hinterland economies with sustainable‚ safe and comfortable flight services. Overland Airways has been recognized as the fastest growing domestic airline in Nigeria amongst other industry awards that it has received since inception. ( The airline is an International Air Transport Association (IATA) Member; having successfully completed the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) and listed on the IOSA Registry IOSA is a global standard and a benchmark for enhancing operational safety of airlines. )

  • Overland airways is an IOSA certified airline based in Lagos, Nigeria. We are seeking an experienced IT Head to lead our IT team, manage the organisation technology infrastructure and supporting organisational goals through application of technology to corporate objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and manage the IT team in delivering reliable and secure IT services.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Oversee the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of IT infrastructure (servers, networks, computers, software).
  • Ensure data integrity, cybersecurity, and system backups.
  • Manage user support services, troubleshooting, and resolving issues promptly.
  • Coordinate with department heads to assess technology needs and implement effective solutions.
  • Monitor system performance and conduct regular audits and updates.
  • Manage IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and new implementations.
  • Maintain vendor relationships and manage procurement of IT equipment and services.
  • Prepare IT budgets and ensure cost-effective use of resources.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
  • Strong technical knowledge of IT systems, networks, hardware, and software.
  • Experience in IT as it applies to the Aviation Industry is an added advantage
  • Experience with cybersecurity, data protection regulations, and compliance standards.
  • Good leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA,
  • Microsoft Certified, or ITIL are a plus.
  • Must be based in Lagos, Nigeria.

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