Head of Digital (Interim) – 5446

My client is seeking a Head of Digital to be based in their Colchester, Essex office.

Responsibilities

To be the Head of the ICT profession and lead, direct, manage and review the ICT Team including the recruitment, development and retention of high-performing staff to ensure the delivery of resilient, high quality, customer-focused services in a cost effective, safe and efficient manner

Ensure robust ICT security to prevent data breaches and ensure the continued security of software, data and infrastructure.

Transform how we work internally using technology to drive the right outcomes for our residents, communities and businesses and lead all digital aspects of the Council’s transformation programme.

Ensure all other aspects of the transformation programme are enabled by the Digital Devices.

Lead and manage the Digital Service to deliver agreed levels of customer performance

Manage the team’s Human Resources in terms of performance, development, attendance and health and safety.

Manage the financial and physical resources of the services within agreed budget levels

To build elected member and CBH board member confidence in the Council’s/CBH’s abilities to meet the needs of internal users and communities through effective relationships.

Be responsible for the collection, maintenance and integrity of personal data ensuring confidentiality is maintained and data is processed in an accountable manner. Comply with our data protection policies and procedures to ensure we meet our legal responsibilities under data protection legislation. Ensure a wide understanding of this legislation in the Digital Service and that it me

Skills

Be able to develop and lead the implementation of Digital Strategy and a clear digital roadmap

Be able to prioritise competing calls on digital resources

Give clear strategic direction

Initiate and lead organisational change

Be able to inspire and motivate others

Have organisational and political awareness

Empower and enable staff

Be decisive and accountable

Have business acumen and financial awareness

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Job Title:

Head of Digital (Interim) - 5446Job Reference:

5446

Contact: Start Rite Business CentreBroadland Business ParkPeachman Way. Norwich.NR7 0WF

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