Position Title: IT Director

Department: IT Department

Report to: Pro-Vice Chancellor

Date: ASAP

Type of Position: Full-time

Number of Hiring: 1

Job Post Number: IT-2023003

Position Description

The incumbent will be responsible for manage and lead GTIIT IT Department.

Duties and Responsibilities   

·Composition and implementation of GTIIT IT strategic plan.

·Responsible for the construction of smart campus and IT infrastructure system with the development of the university.

·Select and implement suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.

·Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve university users experience.

·Plan the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the university.

·Advise towards procurement of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.

·Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance.

·Set objectives and strategies for the IT department.

·Direct and organize IT-related projects.

·Work closely with the counterparties and colleagues at the Technion in Israel.

Required Job Specifications

·Required qualification/academic degree: BSc in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MBA will be preferred.

·Required experience: Proven experience as IT Director or similar managerial role, preferably in Higher Education technological institution.

Required Job Competencies   

·Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure, including leading ERP implementations.

·Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning ERP implementation.

·Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations and processes.

·Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

·Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

·Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities both English and Mandarin.

·Chinese, preferably Party member of Communist Party of China.

Application Information  

Please send your cover letter, English and Chinese CVs to hr@gtiit.edu.cn in the format of name + position. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.