Senior IT & Operations Adviser

Our client, the Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) is Libya’s Sovereign Wealth Fund and manages c.US$60 billion. LIA has defined a new strategy to promote economic stability, and to protect and grow the wealth of the Libyan people for future generations. LIA is seeking an executive team to assist in this endeavour. These executives will be based in London and report directly to the CEO, with the successful candidates also spending time in Tripoli to build, coach and develop the organisation in Libya.

Senior IT & Operations Adviser

• The Senior IT & Operations Adviser will focus on 4 verticals; IT, Operations, Admin and Procurement. Responsibilities include:
• Advise on the IT strategy and associated initiatives and policies of LIA and its subsidiaries;
• Create a strategic IT enterprise architecture plan and implement it with approval from the Board of Directors;
• Work with the LIA team to manage and coordinate all IT related services, including IT infrastructure, systems and application development;
• Manage, monitor and supervise all buildings, office facilities, security and other administrative tasks to support LIA and its subsidiaries;
• Work with the team, Senior Management and the Board to put in place robust contingency and business continuity planning; and
• Manage all administrative activities including centralised procurement process for LIA and subsidiaries.

The Candidate

• Proven track record in the relevant disciplines; gained with well-regarded organisations; 
• Appropriate technical and educational qualifications;
• Excellent team working and leadership capabilities and an ability to build strong business and team relationships;
• Strong strategic/analytical thinking, including excellent project management and planning skills;
• Willingness to spend significant time in Tripoli;
• Experience in emerging markets/MENA region helpful, but not essential;
• Knowledge of Arabic helpful, but not required. Fluency in English is a must, and
• In the event of equally qualified applicants, priority will be given to Libyan nationals.

Please visit www.rraresponses.com for more information and how to apply byMonday 24th March 2014.