Head of IT - Melbourne, Australia - Page Personnel Recruitment
Description The role of Head of IT oversees infrastructure, service delivery, and managing technical support teams. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, it develops, implements, and embeds ICT strategies, systems, projects, initiatives, and policies to support the organisation's objectives.
Reporting to the CFO, the Head of IT will be responsible for:
Developing and implementing the company's technology strategy
Aligning technology initiatives with business objectives
Identifying and evaluating emerging technologies to enhance business operations
Leading, mentoring and managing technology and spatial teams
Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement
Managing technology projects from inception to completion
Overseeing the maintenance and security of the company's IT infrastructure
Ensuring the reliability and performance of all technology systems
Developing and managing the technology budget
Managing relationships with technology vendors and service providers
Optimising technology spending and investments
Identifying, assessing and prioritising cyber security risks and implementing and maintaining robust cybersecurity measures
Conducting regular security audits, risk assessments and vulnerability assessments
Defining and implementing best practice IT policies and procedures
Defining and maintaining the IT Risk Register
The successful applicant will ideally possess:
A Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology or a related field
A minimum of 10 years' experience in leading teams and managing IT systems in a complex ICT environment, including experience in a senior technology leadership role
Demonstrated experience in managing IT infrastructure and services
A strong understanding of current and emerging technologies
Demonstrated experience in project management and IT service management
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements
Strong people management, relationship and stakeholder management, and communications skills
Experience presenting to Boards, sharing information with industry peers, and building relationships with external stakeholders
Experience implementing an eCommerce platform
Providing technology thought leadership and continuous improvement to ensure understanding and/or implementation of the latest technology trends and tools, that align with the business vision and strategy
The ability to mentor and develop technical staff
Strong decision making and written communication skills
Demonstrated skills in contract administration and monitoring
Knowledge of the not-for-profit sector and agriculture sector is desirable
Exposure working with Adobe Commerce is desirable
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