Enterprise Architecture Senior Manager

Uisce Éireann IT (UÉ IT) provides IT services and support to the wider Uisce Éireann business.

The Enterprise Architecture (EA) team provides enterprise architecture services to Uisce Éireann. It is accountable for developing and maintaining the Uisce Éireann Technology Strategy that supports business objectives, working closely with all functions of the utility on same. The team is responsible for overseeing enterprise architecture development including strategy, innovation and architecture in the realms of, but not exclusive to; technology (IT and OT), data & information, digital & emerging technology applications & integration, infrastructure &cloud, and security in alignment with the needs of the wider organisation. Ongoing investment in IT capabilities will be aligned with the enterprise architecture goals of value-driven investment, integration, modernity, and security.

Reporting to the Head of Technology (CIO), the Enterprise Architecture Senior Manager will engage directly with the wider IT organisation and the business (supported by the IT Business Partners) to ensure alignment of IT enterprise architecture strategy, policies, procedures and processes with organisational direction, as well as ensuring the needs of Uisce Éireann business are represented by same.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide effective leadership to a motivated team of Enterprise Architects. Coach, mentor and further develop the team to high performance in delivering EA services to Uisce Éireann with a strong customer service focus.
• Fulfil the Lead Architect role in the Enterprise Architecture team with responsibility both as an enterprise architect practitioner and as methods champion.
• Define and oversee adherence to Enterprise Architecture principles that guide technology decisions for Uisce Éireann.
• Develop, communicate and maintain a long term vision for IT Enterprise Architecture and underpin the vision with EA strategies to deliver same with support and collaboration from the business via IT Business Partners ensuring the Uisce Éireann EA strategies meet the wider business needs.
• Support the development of a cohesive roadmap for Data Management in the organisation, working with the business to create same.
• DevelopUisce Éireann’s technology strategies and detailed sub-strategiesto meet the future needs of the company, by seeking to maximise the benefits of data assets and technology focused initiatives.
• Keep abreast of emerging IT technologies with a view to aligning IT technology trends to the strategic requirements of Uisce Éireann and encourage the adoption of IT best practice.
• Review the utilisation and benefits of IT enterprise architecture investments and realise delivery of same to support the corporate strategy and business plans.
• Modelling the technical landscape to analyse the alignment of business capabilities with delivered technology and IT solutions.
• Ensure IT capital programs stay aligned to theUisce Éireann’s technology strategy, detailed sub-strategiesand EA roadmaps while optimising use of existing components and capabilities across the technology landscape.
• Participate in the evaluation/selection of technology solutions, where required.
• Build strong relationships with the various IT teams within the IT function with the aim of optimising cooperation, maximising efficiencies, and supporting initiatives.
• Participation in Supplier Relationship Performance reviews, leading on discussions of strategic value and innovation perspectives in supplier performance evaluation, as well as supporting driving optimal value in supplier contractual negotiations.
• Lead governance activities associated with ensuring overall EA compliance in Uisce Éireann.
• Define and execute the IT innovation processes through the EA team. Ensure the team has the tools and processes to foster and drive the IT innovation efforts for Uisce Éireann.
• Be a positive influence for change and improvement by driving adoption of emerging technologies balancing greater cost efficiency and platform flexibility, usability, and security.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaboration with key internal stakeholders across the UÉ business, including but not limited to;
• CIO
• IT Management Team
• Customer
• Assets and Infrastructure Delivery
• Strategy and Regulation
• Responsible for promoting and delivering health and safety commitments across UÉ and its supply chain, reinforcing positive behaviours and delivering health and safety objectives and requirements to the highest industry standards.
• Support the delivery of the Uisce Éireann Transformation Programme, driving results required within the Directorate and supporting organisation-wide objectives.
• Provide visible leadership for your team, coaching and developing them to achieve their full potential and deliver business objectives, promoting collaboration and highlighting the behaviours that are expected from everyone in the team.
• Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Formal certification and/or equivalent experience in architecture disciplines, processes, concepts and best practices such as TOGAF, ITIL, ISO: 27000 and COBIT is desirable
• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration or other related field (or equivalent work experience
• Seven + years’ relevant experience with a minimum of five years in an IT Architecture role in an environment similar in size and complexity to Uisce Éireann is desirable
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable and or relevant experience, along with3+ years working at a senior manager level
• Excellent leadership and people skills required, and a demonstrable ability to attract and develop a high performing committed team.
• You will have significant leadership and change & transformation experience ideally in a similar utility, regulated industry or multi stakeholder environment
• Able to work to deadlines and adapt to changing conditions and ambiguity generating effective and pragmatic solutions to new situations and problems as they are presented.
• Can quickly establish credibility and respect and build strong working relationships.
• Stakeholder Management and the ability to interact and influence effectively at all levels, both internally and externally
• Excellent communicator with the capability to handle complex and difficult situations with thought and confidence
• Strong negotiation skills with win/win mindset
• Financially and commercially astute
• Experience of supporting policies, systems and controls and driving the implementation of progressive policies.