Head of IT Operations and Deputy Director of IT
Glasgow Caledonian – the largest and leading modern university in Scotland – is a vibrant, values-led organisation with campuses in the heart of Glasgow and London. Through our strong commitment to delivering high quality education and research we are responsive to the needs of the communities we serve.
As the University for the Common Good, equality and diversity are at the heart of everything that we do. Our Equality Outcomes 2021-25 specify our actions to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations. They are clearly aligned with our Mission and strategic priorities, as well as our Values, with the overall aim of reducing inequalities and making a positive difference. We take a whole institution approach and are committed to ensuring that equality and diversity are mainstreamed into our core functions.
The Head of IT Operations and Deputy Director of IT will work with and deputise for the Director of IT in determining and delivering a technology strategy that meets the aspirations and objectives contained within the new University Strategy to 2030; and providing for the 24/7 needs of a community of c23,000 individuals. Balancing strategic and operational needs, you will manage the day-to-day operations being delivered by a team of professionals and managing high-value vendor and contractor relationships. Managing a range of ongoing projects; you will also be responsible for managing security, compliance and business continuity for a large and complex multi-site international business of education.
Minimum Requirements:
* Candidates will be educated to degree level and probably with a relevant IT professional qualification.
* You must have extensive experience of managing equivalent technology services in large and complex organisations with an emphasis on the delivery of high-quality customer focused technical services.
* Demonstrate good understanding and empathy with the challenges faced by the higher education sector, and the needs of a complex range of stakeholders in the academic context.
* In addition to your technical skills, you will also need to be able to demonstrate highly developed interpersonal skills, financial management capabilities and change management expertise.
Applications should be made via email to alan@dixonwalter.co.uk and must include on separate documents:
* a letter of application setting out your interest in the role and details of how you match the person specification
* a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV)
* details of three referees and notice period (referees will not be contacted without your permission)
* a completed Personal Details Form (available above)
The closing date for application is Sunday 13th October 2024.
Formal interviews will take place on w/c 21st and 28th October 2024.
Final interviews will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2024.
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