Assistant Director - Digital Transformation LeadJM 117738 Hackney£347.24 per day PAYEContract Length: 6 months35-37 hours per weekLocation: Hackney LondonOur client is seeking an Assistant Director, you will be the driving force behind our corporate Digital Transformation Programme. Reporting to the Executive Director – Transformation, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to IT and digital services, ensuring they are aligned with the organisation’s corporate objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Spearhead the development, strategy, and implementation of an ambitious Digital Transformation Programme.
* Lead the corporate IT strategy, ensuring it supports wider transformation goals.
* Advise senior leadership and decision-makers on strategic digital opportunities and priorities.
* Champion the development of the organisation’s website to enhance user experience and accessibility.
* Foster a culture of innovation by exploring and adopting new technologies and digital approaches.
* Ensure the benefits of digital transformation are effectively communicated to employees, stakeholders, and service users.
* Embed robust frameworks such as ITIL and TOGAF to ensure service excellence.
Essential Experience:
* Significant experience in developing and implementing successful digital transformation and IT strategies and programmes.
* A demonstrable history of managing complex programmes and projects that have led to clear improvements.
* Proven experience in driving and communicating transformational change.
* Extensive experience with programme and project management tools.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
* A thorough understanding of digital transformational change, IT operations, and performance management.
* A comprehensive grasp of strategic digital models, including cloud-based solutions and “digital by default” principles.
* The ability to horizon scan and identify key opportunities and drivers for the organisation.
* Strong analytical skills to critically evaluate programmes and develop innovative and practical solutions.
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* A relevant professional or post-graduate qualification or equivalent experience.
* ITIL certification is desirable.
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