Head of Digital Innovation and Technology

St Aloysius College; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

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Health & Fitness Benefits

Staff Wellbeing Program

Descripción de la vacante

St Aloysius’ College in Sydney seeks a strategic Head of Digital Innovation and Technology to lead the College's technology roadmap, AI adoption, cyber security, data analytics and innovation priorities.

You will oversee the ICT Team across campuses, shape the digital strategy in alignment with the College’s Master Plan, manage major technology projects, vendor relationships and technology investments to support educational excellence and operational effectiveness.

Formación

• Experience leading ICT teams and large technology programs.
• Proven ability to develop and implement digital strategies aligned with strategic plans.
• Strong knowledge of cyber security, data governance, privacy and risk management.
• Experience advancing educational technology and digital learning.
• Willingness to obtain Working with Children Check.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership across digital strategy, AI, cyber security, data analytics and innovation.
• Lead the ICT Team across multiple campuses and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee vendor relationships, technology investments and project delivery.
• Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with the Master Plan.
• Ensure technology enhances learning, teaching and assessment, with ethical use of AI.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Digital strategy

AI & emerging tech

Cyber security

Data analytics

Vendor management

Team leadership

Descripción del empleo

Head of Digital Innovation and Technology

Established in 1879, St Aloysius' College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1400 students.

The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.

About the Role

Head of Digital Innovation and Technology

St Aloysius' College is seeking to appoint an experienced and innovative technology leader as the Head of Digital Innovation and Technology, providing strategic leadership across the College's digital strategy, technology, Artificial Intelligence, cyber security, data analytics and innovation priorities.

Reporting to the Director of Business Operations, you will work closely with the College Leadership Team and academic leaders to develop and implement a future-focused technology roadmap aligned with the College's Strategic Plan and Master Plan. You will provide strategic advice on technology, digital transformation, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies, ensuring technology investments support educational excellence and organisational effectiveness.

Leading the ICT Team across multiple campuses, you will cultivate a culture of service, innovation and continuous improvement, while providing strategic oversight of technology infrastructure, systems and services. You will lead major technology projects, oversee vendor relationships and technology investments, and ensure reliable, responsive and customer-focused technology services across the College.

A key focus of the role will be ensuring technology enhances learning, teaching and assessment, while supporting the ethical and effective use of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies. You will also lead the College's cyber security strategy and technology risk management, with oversight of information governance, data protection, business continuity, disaster recovery and data analytics.

If you are a strategic and forward-thinking technology leader with demonstrated experience leading teams, delivering major technology projects and supporting digital transformation, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join St Aloysius’ College?

St Aloysius’ College offers a supportive, mission-aligned and future-focused workplace culture, underpinned by the Jesuit tradition of excellence, care, and community. Staff enjoy a range of professional and personal benefits, including:

Mission-Driven Community– Be part of a values-based Catholic school committed to forming young men.

Professional Growth & Formation– Access to tailored professional learning programs, leadership development, and Ignatian formation for all staff.

Modern Learning & Staff Facilities– Brand-new teaching, learning, and office spaces designed to support innovation and collaboration.

Support for Further Study– Financial assistance for postgraduate studies, research opportunities, and access to professional networks.

Student Tuition Discounts– Discounts on tuition fees for children of staff members.

Salary Packaging Options– Flexible salary sacrifice arrangements to support financial wellbeing.

Staff Wellbeing Program– Access to wellbeing initiatives including counselling services, employee assistance, and other financial and mental wellbeing initiatives.

Health & Fitness Benefits– Access to onsite fitness centre and the Fitness Passport program.

Work-Life Balance– A collegial and supportive environment that promotes balance, flexibility, and meaningful engagement.

Your Application

To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education and the Jesuit tradition;

School experience is highly desirable though not essential;

Demonstrated leadership experience in technology, including leading, mentoring and developing an ICT Team and cultivating a culture of service, innovation and continuous improvement;

Demonstrated experience developing, recommending and implementing digital strategies and technology architecture in alignment with the College’s Strategic Plan and Master Plan initiatives;

Demonstrated experience leading major technology projects, including system upgrades, migrations and new implementations, and supporting digital transformation;

Strong understanding of technology infrastructure, information systems, cyber security, information governance, privacy, risk management, business continuity and disaster recovery;

Strong understanding of Artificial Intelligence, data analytics and emerging technologies, including their opportunities, risks and educational implications;

Demonstrated ability to use data and technology to support strategic planning, educational improvement and organisational decision-making;

Strong communication, leadership and decision-making skills, with demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, vendor management and technology budgeting;

Hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Working with Children Check and demonstrate a strong commitment to child safeguarding principles and practices.

St Aloysius’ College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Please note that the College is managing the recruitment process directly and will not accept unsolicited applications or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies.

St Aloysius’ College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.