Systems & Digital Lead Professional

Brook Street Social Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organisation seeks a Systems & Digital Lead Professional in Birmingham to oversee strategic IT management, including security protocols and digital innovations. This senior role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 and opportunities for professional growth, alongside 28 days of annual leave and involvement in social initiatives.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Blue light discount

Opportunity to participate in fundraising activities

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior IT leadership role.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and GDPR regulations.
• Proven track record of managing IT projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead IT strategy in collaboration with the Director of Finance.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and oversee IT security.
• Manage and implement IT policies focusing on innovation and cybersecurity.

Skills

IT strategy development

IT security management

Data protection and GDPR compliance

Project management

Artificial Intelligence analysis

Job description

Role: Systems & Digital Lead Professional
Location: Birmingham
Salary: 50,000

I am currently working with a charitable organisation that is looking to add to their senior team.

You will be responsible for the strategic management of back office, mainframes and systems within the organisation, ensuring the organisation is safeguarded against potential security risks.

This role will guide the organisation in aligning with innovative digital and IT implementations, positioning it strategically for 21st-century advancements.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead the IT strategy in collaboration with the Director of Finance
- Ensure the organisation is aligned with new digital innovations.
- Implement and monitor GDPR practices and data protection protocols.
- Oversee IT security, ensuring compliance with privacy laws and regulatory practices.
- Develop and implement IT policies and best practices, focusing on new technologies, AI, and cybersecurity.
- Manage and implement projects.
- Liaise with external companies for effective ICT coordination.
- Maintain and review policies and procedures.
- Oversee software platforms to ensure they are fit for purpose.
- Keep the Executive Leadership Team and senior management updated on IT projects, strategy, and implementation.
- Prepare reports for Committee or Board meetings as required.
- Administer system devices and peripherals, including mobile technology, in collaboration with third-party IT providers.
- Ensure the availability of network services and data.
- Formulate, implement, and test business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Identify and mitigate future IT challenges and security vulnerabilities.
- Lead the analysis of AI possibilities to drive efficiencies without compromising security.

For your hard work and commitment, you will have a salary of 50k, and get the opportunity to be part of the senior management team, grow and develop within the SLT, 28 days annual leave, blue light discount and the opportunity to be part of the social enterprises and fundraising days.

To be consider for this role CLICK APPLY or Call Carina in our Midlands Care branch.