Occupation: IT and telecommunications

Reference: 1553427

Selection Criteria

- SC1 Demonstrated strategic leadership and planning, including the ability to develop and implement long-term ICT strategies, technology roadmaps and infrastructure plans that support organisational priorities and future growth.
- SC2 Highly developed technical expertise across complex ICT environments, including network infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity, device management and the integration and maintenance of technology platforms.
- SC3 Proven leadership and team coordination skills, including the ability to set clear priorities, manage competing workloads, develop staff capability and foster a collaborative, accountable and service-focused team culture.
- SC4 Highly developed project management, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead complex ICT projects, manage technology lifecycles, assess risks and deliver effective, sustainable solutions within agreed timeframes and resources.
- SC5 Highly developed communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to provide strategic technical advice, explain complex issues clearly and build effective working relationships with leadership, staff, external providers and other stakeholders.
- SC6 One of the core responsibilities of schools is to keep children safe. Ministerial Order 870 and the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority, (VRQA) outline the responsibilities of schools for child safety.

Role

The ICT Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of information and communication technology across the College.





The role combines strong technical expertise with strategic planning, project management, team leadership and stakeholder engagement to ensure the effective delivery of reliable, secure and sustainable technology services. The ICT Manager is responsible for maintaining fit-for-purpose ICT infrastructure and systems while planning for emerging technologies, future requirements and ongoing improvement.

A key focus of the role is to support a consistent, integrated and proactive ICT service across the College, strengthen systems and processes, build team capability and ensure technology investments deliver long-term value to the College.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

- Develop and maintain a strategic ICT plan that supports the College's priorities and future growth.
- Ensure reliable, secure and consistent ICT services across the College.
- Lead and develop the ICT team, promoting accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Effectively manage ICT projects, infrastructure, budgets and resources to deliver sustainable, fit-for-purpose technology solutions.
- Reliable, efficient, and secure ICT systems across the College.
- Timely, effective support that fosters staff and student confidence in using technology.
- A positive, professional, and welcoming approach when responding to ICT queries, ensuring staff and students feel well supported and valued.




- A collaborative team culture that supports the College's ICT vision and the broader goal of enhancing teaching and learning through technology.
- Accurate documentation, record keeping, and communication that supports the efficient management of ICT operations.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic leadership and long-term planning

- Develop, implement and maintain a College-wide ICT strategy and multi-year technology roadmap aligned with the College's strategic direction, Annual Implementation Plan and evolving educational needs.
- Provide expert advice to the Principal, Business Manager and leadership team on technology priorities, emerging opportunities, infrastructure requirements, risks and investment decisions.
- Lead long-term planning for ICT infrastructure, hardware and software lifecycles, network capacity, digital platforms and technology replacement programs.
- Anticipate the technology implications of College growth, campus development, building projects, changes in enrolments and evolving teaching and learning practices.
- Establish transparent priorities, service standards, performance measures and improvement plans for the ICT function.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend practical, secure and cost-effective solutions that improve educational outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Develop sustainable approaches to technology management that balance innovation, reliability, security, usability and whole-of-life costs.

2. ICT operations, infrastructure and technical excellence

- Provide leadership and oversight of the College's ICT infrastructure, including netw

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