Information, Communication and Technology Manager

St Peter's Girls' School; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter's Girls' School in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking an Information, Communication and Technology Manager to lead the school's ICT environment, governance, security and service delivery. The role provides strategic direction, manages budgets and vendors, supports teaching and learning, and leads the ICT team to ensure reliable infrastructure and cyber security.

A tertiary qualification in IT and proven leadership are required; the role offers a collaborative environment and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, ICT Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading ICT operations and teams.
• Strong understanding of ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems and service delivery.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts and ICT budgets.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the School's ICT Strategic Plan.
• Provide strategic advice on the adoption, governance, security and appropriate use of AI technologies across the School.
• Lead, mentor and develop the ICT team and foster a culture of high customer service, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Maintain oversight of the School's network, infrastructure, systems and technology environment.
• Lead the School's cyber security program and maintain and regularly review cyber security controls, incident response plans and recovery procedures.
• Lead the delivery of ICT services across the School and ensure the availability, reliability, performance and security of ICT infrastructure and systems.
• Lead the planning and delivery of ICT projects and system enhancements.
• Develop and manage the annual ICT operating and capital budgets and negotiate and manage service agreements and contracts.
• Ensure technology services support curriculum delivery and student learning outcomes.
• Oversee the governance, integrity, security and accessibility of School data.

Skills

ICT leadership

Strategic thinking

Cybersecurity

Vendor management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related

Job description

Information, Communication and Technology Manager

The Information, Communication and Technology Manager is a full-time position and is responsible for the leadership, governance, security, delivery and continuous improvement of the School's technology environment. The role provides strategic direction for ICT while ensuring reliable operation of infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, applications, data management and user support services across the School. Working closely with the Director of Business the ICT Manager provides leadership of the ICT team, oversees ICT projects and budgets, manages key technology vendors and supports the effective use of technology to enhance teaching, learning and business operations.

Key responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the School's ICT Strategic Plan

Provide strategic advice on the adoption, governance, security and appropriate use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies across the School

Lead, mentor and develop the ICT team and foster a culture of high customer service, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement

Maintain oversight of the School's network, infrastructure, systems and technology environment

Lead the School's cyber security program and maintain and regularly review cyber security controls, incident response plans and recovery procedures

Lead the delivery of ICT services across the School and ensure the availability, reliability, performance and security of ICT infrastructure and systems

Lead the planning and delivery of ICT projects and system enhancements

Develop and manage the annual ICT operating and capital budgets and negotiate and manage service agreements and contracts

Ensure technology services support curriculum delivery and student learning outcomes

Oversee the governance, integrity, security and accessibility of School data

About you

Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, ICT Management or a related discipline

Demonstrated experience leading ICT operations and teams

Strong understanding of ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems and service delivery

Experience managing vendors, contracts and ICT budgets

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Demonstrated ability to build strong stakeholder relationships

Current Working With Children Check

Strategic thinker with strong operational capability

Collaborative and service-oriented leader with high level of integrity and accountability

About us

At St Peter's Girls' School we focus on collaboration, creative thinking and innovation, seeking to foster independent thinking and our core values of courage, creativity and compassion in every student. We aim to develop motivated, versatile and curious students who carry a love of learning throughout their schooling years and beyond. We have a proud history of over 130 years, providing outstanding educational opportunities for students from Early Learning to Year 12. Our all-in-one campus, located in leafy Stonyfell, just 5km from Adelaide's CBD, boasts spacious grounds and state-of-the-art facilities.

A unique opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school that upholds a culture of excellence

Collaborative and passionate team environment with a connected and inclusive community

Internal and external professional development opportunities

Opportunities for Interstate and International professional learning within our network of exchange schools

Contemporary and high-tech learning spaces

Opportunities to engage in co-curricular offerings and School events

Well-resourced and supported teaching and learning

Onsite parking available

Applications close 5pm, Friday 25 September; however, we will be actively interviewing during this process, we encourage those interested to submit their application as soon as possible.

All positions at the School require a validWorking with Children Check. For non-teaching positions, the School can help facilitate this process.

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St Peter’s Girls’ School is an ELC to Year 12 Anglican and International Baccalaureate World School, located in Stonyfell, just 6km from the Adelaide CBD.

St Peter’s Girls’ School is an ELC to Year 12 Anglican and International Baccalaureate World School, located in Stonyfell, just 6km from the Adelaide CBD.

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