Lead Campus and Branch Networks

The Campus and Branch Network Platform Lead is responsible for the design, availability, performance, security, and lifecycle management of Absa's branch and campus network services. The role provides strategic, technical, commercial, supplier and people leadership to a team of network engineers, ensuring resilient, secure, and scalable network services that support business operations across the campus, regional office, branch and ATM estate.* Lead, coach, and develop a team of Campus and Branch Network Engineers, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality network services. This includes identifying training needs, developing individual development plans, and providing coaching and mentoring to improve performance and achieve business objectives. The role also involves collaborating with other teams within Absa to ensure alignment and effective communication across the organization.* Ensure that all network services are designed, implemented, and managed in accordance with Absa's IT standards and policies, and that they meet the required levels of security, availability, and performance.* Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, suppliers, and partners, to ensure that network services meet their needs and expectations.* Provide technical leadership and expertise to the team, ensuring that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality network services.* Ensure that all network services are properly documented, including design documents, implementation plans, and operational procedures.* Collaborate with other teams within Absa to identify and prioritize IT projects and initiatives, and ensure that network services are aligned with business objectives.* Develop and manage budgets for the team, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver high-quality network services.* Ensure that all network services are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.* Provide regular reporting to senior management on the performance of the team and the status of network services.* Ensure that all network services are properly tested and validated before being released into production.* Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of network services, including design documents, implementation plans, and operational procedures.* Collaborate with other teams within Absa to identify and prioritize IT projects and initiatives, and ensure that network services are aligned with business objectives.* Ensure that all network services are properly documented, including design documents, implementation plans, and operational procedures.* Provide technical leadership and expertise to the team, ensuring that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality network services.* Develop and manage budgets for the team, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to deliver high-quality network services.* Ensure that all network services are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.* Provide regular reporting to senior management on the performance of the team and the status of network services.* Ensure that all network services are properly tested and validated before being released into production.* Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of network services, including design documents, implementation plans, and operational procedures.