Chief Information Officer

Job Advert Summary

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for leading the organization's information technology strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives to enhance member experiences, drive innovation, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. The CIO will oversee the development and implementation of secure, scalable, and efficient IT systems that support PPSHA’s strategy.

This role is pivotal in driving PPSHA’s commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare services through strategic technology leadership.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (essential)
• Postgraduate diploma/ degree or healthcare-specific qualification (advantageous)
• 10+ years of IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role within the healthcare funding, insurance or financial sector
• Experience of working with innovators, designers and developers to realize the strategic vision of the company.
• Excellent understanding of current and emerging technologies.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of healthcare operations and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of leading complex IT projects and digital transformation initiatives.
• Expertise in enterprise systems used by medical schemes and administrators (e.g., administration platforms, CRM, workflow automation)
• Knowledge of healthcare data standards (e.g., ICD-10, PMB, CPT)
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and governance reporting capabilities
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking abilities.

Technical Competency

• Business Architecture
• Application of digital technologies
• Business IT Systems
• Information Security Management
• IT Network and Securities
• IT Procurement and Asset Management
• IT programme Management
• IT Strategy and Planning
• Knowledge of IT Governance and Business

Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Execution
• Core Systems Oversight
• Technology Infrastructure management
• Budget and financial management
• Commercial Acumen
• Governance, Compliance and Control Governance Security
• Performance & Operations
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Team leadership and development