Director of Technology

We are looking for a dynamic individual and expert that will serve as the Director of Technology. You will lead and work alongside a dynamic IT team to further enhance the overall technology strategy and digital engagement services. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills combined with a high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills and will define the IT Technology vision, strategy and roadmap.

Impact You'll Make

• Take a strategic lead and be responsible for the planning, implementation, management and delivery of technology services across the school ranging from Kindergarten to Business College

• Liaise with Department Heads and staff on all issues relating to technology both in the classroom and the administration

• Be the most senior person in the school as far as technology is concerned and act as an effective bridge between staff and technology experts

• Be a member of the school’s senior management team

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems or an equivalent combination of experience and education

• Qualified teaching status

• 7+ or more years of experience in a leadership role 

• Leading transformational programs and coaching a team to deliver results

• Capability to represent the IT organization with internal and external entities

• Practical experience in analysis, development, and evaluation of standards, policies, and procedures

• Be fluent in English (knowledge in German and/or Cantonese would be an advantage)

• Be results-driven

GSIS offers benefits such as competitive salary, medical health insurance, 25 days’ annual leave, in-house cafeteria and 13th month salary payment. Staff bus transportation is provided between Central and the Peak Campus, subject to availability. We welcome candidates who show a commitment to continuous professional development and are willing to contribute to wider school activities.

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Please apply with cover letter, CV and references, via the GSIS online recruitment portal (http://mygsis.gsis.edu.hk/careers/jobopenings/), to the Director of Human Resources. 

Further information on the school, its facilities and programmes are available on the school’s website http://mygsis.gsis.edu.hk/.  

Applicants not invited for an interview after six weeks of the application deadline may consider their application unsuccessful.  Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

GSIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Full background checks will be conducted to safeguard all students at GSIS.