Director of IT & Digital Strategy

NTEN; Michigan; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Skillman Foundation is seeking a Director of Information Technology to guide technology strategy and operations in Detroit. Reporting to the COO, you will lead system upgrades, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise-wide IT services to support mission delivery.

You will partner with executive leadership and external vendors to implement strategic IT initiatives, drive workforce training, and ensure secure, compliant technology usage across the foundation.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of IT leadership experience.
• Experience overseeing contractors and vendor teams.
• Nonprofit/philanthropy experience preferred.
• Strong cybersecurity and governance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Foundation's technology strategy and IT operations.
• Oversee IT systems modernization and data security.
• Manage outsourced partners and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate across departments to align IT with program goals.

Skills

IT leadership

Vendors management

Cybersecurity

Cloud computing

Budgeting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Nonprofit/philanthropy experience preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Data governance tools

Job description

The Skillman Foundation is seeking a Director of Information Technology to guide technology strategy and operations in Detroit. Reporting to the COO, you will lead system upgrades, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise-wide IT services to support mission delivery.

You will partner with executive leadership and external vendors to implement strategic IT initiatives, drive workforce training, and ensure secure, compliant technology usage across the foundation.