Job Summary:
The
IT Manager will be responsible for managing and maintaining the hotel’s
information technology systems to ensure seamless operations across all
departments. This role includes overseeing the hotel’s Property Management
System (PMS), Point of Sale (POS), network infrastructure, data security, and
all IT-related support functions. The
IT Manager will ensure technology is aligned with the hotel’s operational and
guest service goals, while safeguarding data integrity and supporting
efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage Oracle
Hospitality Systems, including OPERA PMS, MICROS POS, and related applications.
- Provide technical support
to staff and resolve system-related issues promptly.
- Ensure optimal
performance of hotel-specific applications and software.
- Manage integration
between various hospitality systems (e.g., PMS, POS, CRM, Finance).
- Maintain and support
hotel’s network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN).
- Ensure secure, high-speed
internet access for both guests and staff.
- Monitor system
performance and implement upgrades where necessary.
- Oversee installation and
maintenance of servers, hardware, and security systems.
- Develop and enforce IT
policies, SOPs, and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with
data protection regulations (GDPR, PCI DSS).
- Conduct regular backups,
disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
- Implement cybersecurity
measures to protect sensitive guest and business data.
- Liaise with IT vendors,
service providers, and contractors for system maintenance and upgrades.
- Negotiate contracts and
manage IT budgets effectively.
- Recommend new technology
solutions to improve efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Provide training to hotel
staff on IT systems and software use.
- Support various hotel
departments (Front Office, F&B, Finance, HR, Sales & Marketing) with
IT-related solutions.
- Lead and mentor junior IT
staff or external support teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s
degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum
5 years of IT management experience in the hotel/hospitality industry
(100+ rooms).
- Strong
working knowledge of Oracle Hospitality Systems (OPERA PMS, MICROS POS,
etc.).
- Proven
expertise in networking, servers, database management, and IT security.
- Experience
with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Office 365.
- Strong
troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills to support cross-departmental
functions.
- Ability
to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Strategic
IT planning and innovation in hospitality systems.
- Guest-oriented
service approach with a focus on operational excellence.
- Strong
leadership and vendor management skills.
- High
level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of IT management experience in the hotel/hospitality industry (100+ rooms)
- Strong working knowledge of Oracle Hospitality Systems (OPERA PMS, MICROS POS, etc.)
- Proven expertise in networking, servers, database management, and IT security
- Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Office 365
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support cross-departmental functions
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced hospitality environment
- Strategic IT planning and innovation in hospitality systems
- Guest-oriented service approach with a focus on operational excellence
- Strong leadership and vendor management skills
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
What We Do
Shugulika Africa Limited is a quality service provider with over 12 years of industry experience, specializing in recruitment, headhunting, HR consulting, training, payroll services, and other HR services.







