Head of Information Technology
- Kowloon, Hong Kong
- $70,000-90,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Formulate and develop the IT strategic plan in alignment with the organisation’s overarching strategic objectives.
- Stay abreast of upcoming system solutions, trends and new technology available in the market in formulating IT strategies to the management and Information Technology Committee, including goals, priorities, policies and cost management to achieve optimal performance such as reliability, efficiency, recoverability and innovation.
- Plan, direct and coordinate activities such as proposal writing, tendering, vendor sourcing to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frames and budget, liaise with vendors and other departments/users for system enhancements and development, use stakeholders’ feedback for continuous improvement.
- Prepare and manage IT budgets and expenses to evaluate technological performance, and maintain an accurate inventory records.
- Identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks related to IT and cyber security, as well as software and hardware management.
- Maintain operational efficiency by reviewing and providing advice on the procurement, vendor management and maintenance of hardware, software, network systems, and IT applications.
- Ensure robust data management and cybersecurity measures to protect consumer data and comply with industry and legal regulations.
- Provide user training, professional advice and support to the departments and service units on matters relating to IT such as corporate website, social media, online donation and payment, training platform, etc.
- Discharge any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
- Proven track record in developing and managing large scale projects, with ability to engage stakeholders within or outside the organization
- Proficiency in working with Linux, Microsoft Windows Server, Office 365 administration, Active Directory, VMware vSphere, MS SQL Server, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
- Knowledge of Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Switch, Wifi AP, VPN, Anti-Spam, Anti-Virus, and IT security
- Energetic, proactive, resourceful, and a strategic thinker
- Strong team leadership and ability to develop, coach and inspire team for success. '
- Be an ambassador to user departments and major stakeholders to serve their needs and requirements
- Possessing over eight years of experience in information technology at managerial level, with at least five of those years in a leadership capacity at a major corporation. A fast learner and can seamlessly adapt to non-commercial entities and their unique environments.
- A probationary period of six months will be applicable.
- Three-month notice period
- Monthly Salary: 70K-90K