Director of Technology

• Amazing opportunity to lead the digital strategy for this incredible charity
• To lead a talented team through change to become the very best

About Our Client

My client are a very well respected and long-serving UK based charity.

Job Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive technology strategy that supports the charity's objectives.
• Create and maintain technology roadmaps, outlining the future vision and plans for scaling technology solutions.
• Lead the Technology Function, fostering a culture collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop the Heads of Technology, creating a positive environment for learning and collaboration so that we can apply new technologies and ideas across the wider organisation.
• Champion the adoption of emerging technologies to drive change, transformation, and service improvement.
• Collaborate with the leaders of Data and Digital to integrate technology solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making and digital experiences.
• Direct technology governance, risk, and compliance to ensure the Charity's exposure to operational risk and business continuity is sufficiently protected.
• Direct technology projects and workstreams within wider business programmes working with TMO colleagues in close cooperation over governance, ensuring work is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Oversee various agile based delivery methods within projects, and in flow-based models as required.
• Manage the organisation's infrastructure and applications to support current operations and future growth.
• Oversee robust security measures to protect company data and mitigate risks. Ensure policy, control and compliance is in place across the technology landscape.
• Ensure technology continuity / disaster recovery capability in the context of the business continuity plan.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in a senior technology leadership role, preferably within a similar-sized organisation.
• Strong strategic and operational planning abilities, with a track record of developing and executing technology strategies.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse technology team.
• Experience of technology / engineering delivery models including waterfall and agile methods, toolsets and skillsets.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging with executive-level leaders, peers, other stakeholders such as Trustees, and cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

A competitive basic salary, Health insurance and pension.