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As the Head: IT Technology Commercialization, your role is to lead the commercialization of IT and digital innovation by transforming technology capabilities, data assets and intellectual property into sustainable business value for Rand Mutual Assurance. Your role is responsible for bridging the gap between technology development and market application, enabling the organisation to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions that enhance operational efficiency, generate new revenue streams and support the evolution of social insurance services.

This includes driving strategic partnerships, developing commercially viable digital products, ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding a culture of innovation that aligns with the organisation’s mission to deliver accessible and impactful insurance solutions in South Africa.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Strategic IT Leadership

Define and drive the IT commercialization and digital transformation strategy aligned with organisational goals
Identify, prioritise, and realise business value from technology investments.

Technology & Product Commercialisation

Lead end-to-end commercialization of IT solutions, platforms, and data assets
Translate innovation, research, and development outputs into scalable, market-ready products and services.

Innovation Management & Culture

Establish and manage innovation pipelines, including ideation, prototyping and implementation
Drive a culture of continuous innovation across the organisation.

Digital Solution Delivery & Operational Transformation

Oversee the design, development, and deployment of customer-centric digital insurance solutions
Digitize and automate core processes to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.

Partnerships & Ecosystem Development

Build and manage relationships with technology partners, startups, and research institutions
Lead collaboration initiatives to co-develop and commercialize new solutions.

Governance, Risk & Value Realisation

Ensure regulatory compliance, data protection, and risk management in all commercialization activities
Develop commercial models, track ROI, and demonstrate measurable business impact.

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN

We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that is 132 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits. Furthermore, you will be part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the advert due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress within the recruitment process and the availability of our managers. Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 4th June 2026

Our Commitment to transformation:

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
Postgraduate qualification
MBA, MCom, or Master’s in Technology Management/Innovation) – preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Innovation/Technology Commercialization)
5 or more years in IT commercialization, digital innovation, or technology management
Proven track record in digital product development and commercialization
Experience in insurance, financial services, or social sector environments.

Demonstrated experience in:

Technology partnerships and ecosystem development
Intellectual property (IP) management or licensing
Operational transformation through digitization and automation
Strong understanding of South African regulatory frameworks (POPIA, FICA, insurance regulations).

Knowledge & Skills:

IT commercialization and technology-to-market strategies
Digital product development and platform thinking
Insurance operations (claims, underwriting, policy administration)
Data governance, analytics, and AI-driven insights
Intellectual property management and technology transfer
Emerging technology trends (FinTech / InsurTech).

Core Skills:

Strategic thinking and value creation
Innovation and problem-solving
Programme and project management
Stakeholder engagement and executive communication
Commercial modelling and business case development
Leadership and change management
Data-driven decision-making
Negotiation and partnership building.

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