Group Leader Systems Specialists

Group Leader Systems Specialists -2400725

 

INFORMATION SYSTEMS GROUP
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

The University of Otago is New Zealand's oldest University and is growing its digital capabilities to position for the future. To this end the organisation has modernised its Information Systems department with new roles and a mission to deliver future focused digital systems that will enable the organisation for the years ahead.

Come and join a talented team that helps the future happen.

•    Make your mark in this key role managing a broad enterprise systems portfolio.
•    Experience in one of the country's most complex IT environments.
•    Great people and a collaborative IT culture.
•    Awesome employee benefits, flexi work options.
•    Competitive salary and 5 weeks annual leave.

The Role/Te mahi

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to recognise your digital skills and experience, stepping up to manage and supervise a team of product leads and systems specialists that deliver services across the University-wide portfolio of existing systems – both on-premise and cloud-based services.

The portfolio of enterprise systems is broad and diverse reflecting the complexity of the University, so you will be the type of person that enjoys variety and can comfortably manage a range of different work streams.

In this role you will oversee the operational day-to-day delivery and improvement of the enterprise-wide portfolio of enabling information systems across administrative, operational, teaching and research functions.

Kā pūkeka me kā wheako/Skills and experience

Ideally, you will have a strong client focus and the ability to champion product-focused service delivery, continuous improvement and change.

You will have experience in supervising software application focused technical teams in a complex environment and large-scale enterprise systems environment. You will be a strong collaborator who is accustomed to working closely with other teams across development, test, data and integration functions to deliver agreed outcomes.

Strong knowledge of ITIL processes, agile methodologies, change management, and data analysis experience will be key in helping you to manage specialist support functions, enhancements and improvements of software and SaaS systems across the enterprise.

Strong and varied technical experience and previous experience managing critical enterprise systems that required working closely with business owners to deliver great outcomes will enable you to lead from the front in this role.

Mō te tīma/About our Team

At the University of Otago, you would be joining the team responsible for empowering the future of New Zealand thinkers every day. You will be making learning easier for 21,000 students, setting 5,000+ staff up for success, and enabling the ground-breaking research which kick-starts innovations to benefit generations to come.

Pūroko / Further details

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) position, located in Dunedin. 

We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. More information regarding employee benefits can be found here: Employee Benefits

Applications from candidates with Māori and Pacific backgrounds or strong competencies in these areas are warmly encouraged.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job.

For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Paul van Tuel via the email address below.

Tono/Application

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2400725 will close on Sunday 28 April 2024. 

Applications will be reviewed as submitted and candidates may be asked to interview immediately. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Paul van Tuel

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location
 NZL-SI-Dunedin
Employment Status
 Permanent 
Salary Level and Range The University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
Organisation
 Information Systems
Job Function
 Information and Communications Technology