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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Chief Information Officer (CIO) |
| Position Code: | 7000 | | Career Level: | 7 |
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Responsible for
Ensuring the effective development and operation of computing and information services which support strategic operations of the organisation. |
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Reports To
Chief Executive/Managing Director. |
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Supervises
Operations staff, systems development and support staff. |
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Main Activities
Participating in major corporate long and medium term decisions and strategies, particularly where IT has a major influence on the competitive advantage and profitability of the organisation.
Setting and controlling IT operational and development expenditures within budget.
Developing the forecasting and planning for equipment and software purchases in relation to projected user requirements.
Establishing and maintaining standards in relation to operations, programming, and security.
Participating in policy-making as a member of a senior management team.
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Key Skills
Proven people management and leadership abilities, together with professional standards of planning and budgeting.
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Internal Contacts
Senior Management, All User departments, Finance and Administration. |
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External Contacts
Suppliers of non company equipment and peripherals, software suppliers and consultants. |
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Typical Experience
At least 12 years of experience in computing, with at least 5 years in large sites and/or proven business and management skills. Typically has formal business training in addition to technical IT experience. |
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Other Comments
Alternative Titles: EDP Division Manager or Chief Manager MIS. |
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