IB School IT Executive

Overview

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the schools IT network infrastructure including servers switches and wireless systems.
• Coordinate with educational technology specialists to ensure that the IT infrastructure meets the needs of the IB curriculum.
• Provide technical support to students faculty and staff for hardware software and networkrelated issues.
• Implement and manage security measures to protect the schools digital assets and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network hardware and software issues ensuring minimal disruption to teaching and learning activities.
• Collaborate with external vendors for procurement installation and maintenance of IT equipment and software.
• Lead the planning and implementation of IT projects such as infrastructure upgrades and technology integration initiatives.
• Conduct regular training sessions for staff and students on effectively utilizing technology for educational purposes.
• Manage the inventory of IT assets and ensure proper documentation and tracking of equipment and software licenses.
• Stay updated with advancements in educational technology and make recommendations for improvements to the IT infrastructure.
• Participate in decisionmaking processes related to IT policies budgeting and future technology investments.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for IT procedures user guides and system configurations.
• Collaborate with the school leadership to align the IT strategy with the overall educational goals and objectives.
• Maintain effective communication channels with stakeholders to understand their IT needs and provide appropriate solutions.
• Support the implementation of elearning platforms and assist in leveraging technology for studentcentred pedagogy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field.
• Relevant certifications in IT management networking or security (e.g. CompTIA Cisco Microsoft).
• Proven experience in managing IT infrastructure and support in an educational environment preferably in an IB school.
• Indepth knowledge of educational technology tools platforms and best practices.
• Strong understanding of Securities (Firewalls) networking protocols systems administration and cloud computing.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware software and networkrelated issues.
• Experience in project management and leading IT initiatives from planning to implementation.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders including students faculty and administration.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines in a fastpaced educational setting.
• Familiarity with data protection regulations and best practices for maintaining the privacy and security of educational data.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology trends and integrate new solutions into the educational environment.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities to address complex IT challenges in an academic context.
• Experience in managing IT procurement vendor relationships and budgeting for technology resources.
• Understanding of elearning platforms and their implementation in educational settings.
• Commitment to supporting the educational mission of the school through effective technology integration.

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