IT END-USER COMPUTING MANAGER

International French School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

The International French School (Singapore) is seeking a senior IT leader to drive end‑user computing, device lifecycle management, and IT support leadership across the organization. You will oversee MDM implementations, GPO management, and reporting while coaching a team of IT Support Technicians and ensuring services meet SLAs.

Required are a Bachelor’s/Master’s in IT, ITIL; PMP/PRINCE2 are a plus, and 4–7 years of IT systems leadership experience in an educational or international setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Sciences or Information Technology.
• ITIL and PMP/PRINCE2 training are advantageous.
• 4–7 years of IT systems management experience, including leadership in End-User Computing.
• Experience in education or international schools is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MDM and GPO implementations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-user computing and IT support leadership for the org.
• Oversee device lifecycle management, asset records, and procurement.
• Implement and manage SCCM, JAMF, Intune, and Google Admin Console.
• Manage changes, incidents, problems, and continual service improvement.
• Produce reports, manage vendors, and coordinate procurement.
• Lead and develop the IT Support team; ensure SLA compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Vendor management

IT service management

Customer focus

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Sciences or Information Technology

ITIL certification would be an added advantage

PMP or PRINCE2 training would be an added advantage

Tools

SCCM

JAMF

Intune

Google Admin Console

Azure AD

GoGuardian

Windows 11

ChromeOS

iPadOS

Windows 10

Active Directory

Druva Backup

GLPI

Job description

The International French School (Singapore) offers many career opportunities all year round for experienced, energised, passionate educators and administrators. IFS, one of the largest schools in the AEFE network, seeks to attract, nurture and retain individuals of the highest professional integrity and caliber who are committed to international education and fully believe in the power of a multilingual, multicultural environment as a gateway to educating tomorrow’s global citizens.
We seek individuals able to work well on teams and within the framework of the whole‑school project. We expect to see strong evidence of ability to work well within a team environment. Respect for others, loyalty and team spirit, lie at the heart of what we do.

Job Description

MISSION

Responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of end-user computing, software deployment, and device fleet management (MDM) across the organization. The role also involves managing and supporting the IT Support team to ensure the timely and effective resolution of IT incidents and service requests. The overall objective is to deliver secure, reliable, and efficient IT services that meet organizational needs while ensuring the optimal performance, maintenance, and regular updating of end-user systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This role is divided into two key areas: End-User Computing Management (~70% of the time) and IT Support Leadership (~30% of the time).

1. End-User Computing Management (70%)

Device Lifecycle Management:

• Manage the full lifecycle of IT assets including procurement, inventory management, deployment, maintenance, relocation, storage, and decommissioning.
• Define device requirements, plan refresh cycles, and ensure secure configuration and accurate asset records.

Software Deployment & MDM Expertise:

• Implement and manage large-scale targeted group policies (GPO) and Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions.
• Utilize tools such as SCCM, JAMF, Intune, Google Administration Console, and GoGuardian for investigating problems, collecting performance statistics, creating reports, and carrying out routine configuration, installation, and reconfiguration. Optimize performance and forecast resource needs.

Technical Operations, Change & Problem Management:

• Ensure the proper functioning, updating, and maintenance of end-user systems.
• Proactively identify and address technical issues, implementing remedies and preventative measures.
• Implement changes based on requests for change, applying change control procedures and ensuring stakeholder validation.
• Investigate and resolve problems in systems, processes, and services at strategic, tactical, and operational levels.
• Drive continual service improvement by developing process efficiency, optimizing processes, and supporting activities to gain insight into current support processes.
• Identify gaps or deficiencies and implement improvements, including documentation.

Reporting & Analytics:

• Produce relevant reports in a standard format within agreed timeframes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to discuss reporting process changes and provide insightful commentary on data sets.
• Manage hardware & software vendors and external service providers, particularly those providing L1-related services such as device, projector, and printer maintenance, and IT consumables provisioning.
• Coordinate procurement, quotations, budgets, equipment maintenance, and service delivery.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of IT-Support Technicians.
• Provide guidance for critical incidents and management support requests.
• Coordinate support processes with IT Applications, IT Infrastructure, and the IT Director.
• Oversee ticket assignment, prioritization, escalation, and resolution.
• Ensure timely responses and compliance with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Coordinate escalations to Level 2 and Level 3 support teams.

Support Processes, Documentation & User Training:

• Maintain IT Support procedures, documentation, team schedules, and escalation processes to ensure efficient operations and timely escalation to L2 and L3 teams.
• Coordinate onboarding and training for IT Support team members.
• Promote IT best practices among users, including Google Drive synchronization, docking station usage, internet access, and software applications.

Performance and Resource Management:

• Monitor ticket volumes, response times, resolution rates, and SLA compliance.
• Prepare team performance reports and identify improvement opportunities.
• Plan staffing, shift coverage, training, and recruitment as required.

SKILLS, ABILITY, AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Sciences or Information Technology.
• Certifications:
• ITIL certification would be an added advantage.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 training and certification would be an added advantage.
• Experience :
• 4 - 7 years of IT systems management experience, including at least three years in a similar End-User Computing leadership role.
• Experience in education, campus, or international school environments is an advantage.
• Technical Skills:
• Robust knowledge of MDM tools and implementations of large-scale targeted Group Policies (GPO).
• Familiarity or expertise with tools such as SCCM, JAMF, Intune, Google Administration Console, Azure AD, GoGuardian.
• Well-versed in a variety of Operating Systems: Windows 11, ChromeOS, iPadOS.
• Working experience and technical knowledge in supporting and troubleshooting: Microsoft Windows 10, Apple iPad, Google Chromebook, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Active Directory user administration, Backup solutions (Druva), PC mastering solutions and scripts, Ticketing tools (GLPI), and Basic Network troubleshooting (Wi-Fi, LAN).
• Ability to adequately match hardware to meet software requirements and to handle procurement (Device sizing, quantity sizing, budget sizing, quotations).
• Soft Skills:
• Customer & User Focus: Understand user needs, engage with stakeholders, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions. Maintain a strong customer service and user-focused approach.
• Ownership & Initiative: Take ownership of issues through to permanent resolution. Demonstrate a proactive, responsible, and can-do attitude.
• Problem-Solving: Apply analytical thinking and creative approaches to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Organizational Skills: Work in an organized and methodical manner, manage priorities, and deliver projects on time and within budget, with strong attention to detail.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrate proven leadership skills, coach team members, and foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Vendor Management: Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely procurement, delivery, and quality of services.
• IT Service Management: Knowledge of ITIL principles and service management practices, with ITIL certification at the required level.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time).
• Work Hours: 42 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with occasional requirement to attend out of office hours projects (management events, high-profile events, migrations)).
• Remuneration: Remuneration based on experience and the IFS salary scale.
• Benefits: Health insurance coverage for employees, along with other benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Leaves Entitlement: The employee will be entitled to leave benefits in accordance with the IFS Leave Policy and applicable Singapore employment regulations.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English and French is required to maintain IT systems and communicate with stakeholders (staff, institution, French and local vendors) in both languages.

LINE MANAGER

• Direct Supervisor: IT Director, or any other person designated by the School.
• Direct Reports: A team of four IT Support Technicians / Helpdesk Technicians.

WORK RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal Relationships : Works closely with the IT Director, IT Support, IT Apps, IT Infra and End-User Computing L2 engineering teams to coordinate IT support processes, resolve escalated incidents, implement changes, and improve service delivery. Interacts with academic teams, the Communications team, school staff, management, and other users to address IT requirements and ensure effective support services.
• External Relationships : Manages relationships with hardware and software vendors and external IT service providers to coordinate procurement, maintenance, technical support, and service delivery, ensuring compliance with agreed service levels.