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
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.