Senior Head of Enterprise Technology & Systems

Exciting Leadership Opportunity in Enterprise Technology

The Asian Football Confederation is looking for a Senior Head of Enterprise Technology & Systems, a senior leadership role responsible for driving organizational excellence across operational, hardware, and technology domains.

This role ensures the seamless integration of hardware, software, and operational processes, aligns initiatives with strategic objectives, manages budgets and vendors, and enforces security and compliance standards. It is critical in delivering measurable improvements in performance, cost optimization, and innovation across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement strategic operational and technology plans that align with organizational objectives.
• Lead long-term planning for IT infrastructure, hardware, and software systems, ensuring scalability and adaptability.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable departmental goals, KPIs, and measurable outcomes.
• Lead end to end delivery of cross-functional hardware and software projects, ensuring objectives are achieved within scope, budget and tight timelines.
• Serve as the key link between management and the working group, ensuring clear communication and alignment of priorities.
• Lead, manage and deliver the department's objectives, driving accountability and performance across all teams.

Budget & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage the annual technology and operations budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
• Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing vendor performance management.
• Ensure cost-efficiency, service quality, and compliance with organizational policies and standards.

IT Infrastructure Management

• Supervise and optimize hardware, software, networking, and enterprise systems.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of all IT and operational systems.
• Plan and implement infrastructure upgrades, system integrations, and technology modernization initiatives.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for all operational and technical teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Conduct data-driven performance reviews to identify gaps and implement corrective actions.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure data security, cybersecurity, and IT compliance across hardware and software systems.
• Implement policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and organizational standards.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments, proactively addressing potential threats.

Collaboration & Support Services

• Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver integrated operational and technology solutions.
• Lead cross-departmental initiatives, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration.
• Oversee support services (IT helpdesk, system maintenance, and end-user support), ensuring high service levels and responsiveness.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and manage Heads of Departments, building high-performing, collaborative teams.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive succession planning and talent development for future technology and operations leaders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's in IT or Computer Science.
• 18–25 years of progressive experience in strategic operations, business team management, IT infrastructure and applications, and technology-led operational leadership.
• Proven experience in budget management, vendor negotiations, and multi-department operational oversight.
• Expertise in IT infrastructure, performance optimization, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Any certification in Project Management (PMP), IT Security, AWS and Leadership is advantages.

Key Competencies

• Strategic planning & operations execution
• Budget & vendor management
• IT infrastructure application & management (60-70 application) /30-40 (infra).
• Performance monitoring & continuous improvement
• Security, risk management & compliance
• Leadership, business & team development
• Stakeholder collaboration & support services
• Analytical thinking & data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication skills
• System savviness

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced technology leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the technology landscape of the Asian Football Confederation. The successful candidate will drive strategic transformation, strengthen enterprise systems, and lead high-performing teams to deliver innovation, operational excellence, and long-term organizational value.

If you are a forward-thinking technology professional with a passion for leading large-scale systems, driving strategic initiatives, and building impactful technology environments, we welcome you to explore this opportunity with us.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications for consideration.