Executive Director of Information Technology

American International University, Kuwait; Jahra; On-site; KWD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kuwait is seeking an Executive Director of Information Technology to oversee enterprise technology systems. The role involves strategic leadership of IT initiatives, digital transformation, and managing a high-performing IT team. Candidates should possess a master’s degree in Information Technology and 8–10+ years of IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education.
• Direct experience with enterprise platforms including Banner, Canvas, and Salesforce.
• Strong cybersecurity and data privacy management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a multi-year IT strategy.
• Oversee implementation and optimization of core enterprise platforms.
• Drive data and analytics initiatives for decision-making support.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Digital transformation

Education

Master’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Banner

Oracle Finance

Canvas

Tableau

Job description

Position Overview

American International University (AIU) in Kuwait is seeking a strategic and hands-on Executive Director of Information Technology to lead all enterprise technology systems across the university. This senior leader will oversee the Student Information System (Banner), Learning Management System (Canvas), Customer Relationship Management (Salesforce), Enterprise Resource Planning/Finance systems (Oracle), and analytics platforms (Tableau). The Executive Director will drive digital transformation, ensure operational excellence, and align IT initiatives with the university’s long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a multi-year IT strategy aligned with institutional objectives.
• Oversee implementation, integration, and optimization of core enterprise platforms (Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Oracle, Tableau).
• Drive data and analytics initiatives to support decision-making and institutional effectiveness.
• Establish strong cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management policies.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to assess technology needs and drive user adoption.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team with a culture of innovation and service.
• Manage the IT budget, vendor relationships, and technology contracts.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
• 8–10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education.
• Direct experience with Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Oracle Finance, and Tableau.
• Proven record in digital transformation, project management, and organizational change.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL, CCIO) are an advantage.

About American International University (AIU)

American International University (AIU) is a private, co-educational institution in Kuwait, established in 2019, offering undergraduate degree programs based on the American model of higher education. The language of instruction is English, and current programs span Engineering, Architecture & Design, and Business Administration.

For more information, visit www.aiu.edu.kw