Director Of It

Description

• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness
• Transparency

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Stability: Ensure the operational stability of the suite of systems & services provided by the IT Team across the organisation, including day-to-day operations, application support, BCP readiness, cyber security, data protection, and reporting. Identify vulnerabilities, the need for upgrades, and opportunities for IT service improvement.

• Team Management: Manage a skilled team comprising of the Technical Architect, Helpdesk Services Delivery, and Application Support teams to ensure they operate efficiently and are aligned with the delivery of the organisations strategic objectives.

• Performance Management: Meaningfully engages in the performance management of staff – providing in-depth mentoring, coaching and training; encouraging all team members and supporting their growth and contribution.

• Risk Management: Support the organisation in overseeing and addressing any key IT Risk, GDPR, AI or Cyber Information Security risk and concerns within operations. Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

• Performance and Inclusion: Contribute to a high-performance environment and foster an inclusive work environment, supporting the vision, values, and business strategy for the team. Maintain the highest standards of security and data protection, keeping up to date with all relevant legislation and regulation. Develop and monitor ICT policies, procedure and governance protocols.

• Budget and value for money: Manage the ICT budget, prepare budget proposals as part of the annual budget process, and report periodically on expenditure. Leverage collaborative arrangements to ensure value for money and innovative thinking is applied to service delivery challenges.

• Project Management and Oversight: Direct and oversee technology projects related to the implementation of new systems and technologies.

• ICT Strategic Priority Planning: Develop and execute a comprehensive digital strategy that aligns with and supports the overarching goals of the organisation. Stay ahead of technological trends by continuously monitoring emerging technologies and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance member services.

• Advice to Council: Provide best in class guidance and advice to the Council of The Bar of Ireland on IT, risk management, cyber security, and data protection matters as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required (or equivalent experience).
• At least 10 years proven experience in senior IT leadership roles within large, complex organisations.
• Significant experience of managing day to day ICT service delivery.
• Experience of working in a complex ICT environment that uses third party suppliers to deliver efficient services.
• Excellent procurement and financial management skills and experience.
• Proven ability to think strategically and align technology with organisation objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to explain and justify technology solutions in business terms.
• Strong understanding of risk management, cyber security, and data protection. CISSP qualification and/or qualified DPO or similar experience an advantage
• Excellent leadership and people management skills. Ability to work collaboratively with strategic enterprise technology partner
• Highly organised with excellent planning and organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Education Support
• Defined Contribution Pension
• Death in Services (DIS)
• Income Protection
• Laya Digital Gym & Wellbeing Studio

About ES Talent Management