Guangdong Technion-Israel Institute of Technology

Job Post – IT Director

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.