POSITION DESCRIPTIONAUSTRALIAN IT SPECIALISTS NOVEMBER 2008
Position Title: Chief Information Officer - Large Site (501-5000 screens)
Position Code:2
Career Level:7

Responsible for
Developing and managing the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of Information Technology to support and achieve the objectives of the organisation. Site size is 501 - 5000 screens.
 
Reports To
Depending on organisational structure, may report directly to CEO or to a member of the Executive team.
 
Supervises
All IT Specialists within organisation. Direct reports will typically be Senior Managers - Applications, IT Services/Infrastructure, Security, Architectural Services.
 
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.
  • Guiding the forecasting and planning of equipment and software purchases in relation to projected user requirements.
  • Establishing and maintaining standards in relation to enterprise infrastructure, applications and security.
  • Participating in policy-making as a member of a Senior Management team.
  • Positioning the company technologically ahead of competitors, particularly focusing on current and anticipated requirements.
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    Key Skills
  • People management and leadership skills, together with professional standards of planning and budgeting.
  • Sound administrative skills and a proven record of successful staff management.
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    Internal Contacts
    Senior Management, All User Departments, Finance and Administration.
     
    External Contacts
    Suppliers of Firmware and Peripherals, Software and Professional Services.
     
    Typical Experience
    At least 10 - 15 years of experience in Information Technology coupled with relevant tertiary qualifications. Typically has extensive management experience in addition to 'hands-on' IT experience.
     
    Other Comments
    Alternative Titles: IT Director; Manager Information Services.
     
     

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