Salary
💰 $175,000 - $190,000 per year
About the role
- Develop and implement an IT strategic plan that aligns with the institution’s mission and goals.
- Provide visionary and operational leadership for IT initiatives.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to drive innovation and technological advancement.
- Oversee the management of IT infrastructure, including networks, hardware, software, and cybersecurity.
- Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of IT systems and services through direct involvement in the selection, retention and development of key relationships.
- Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the institution’s IT architecture.
- Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions and resource allocation.
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities for IT projects and initiatives.
- Manage external vendors and contractors to ensure the optimization of resources
- Develop and maintain key partnerships and relationships
- Serve as the primary liaison between IT and other departments, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Present IT strategies and initiatives to stakeholders, including the Board of Directors and external partners.
- Advocate for the role of technology in enhancing outcomes.
- Develop and enforce IT policies, standards, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to best practices.
- Ensure data governance and privacy.
- Monitor and manage IT risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Support and enhance the organization’s reach capabilities through advanced technology solutions focused on efficient and effective information flow
- Collaborate with vendors to identify and implement IT tools that support program, financial, development/fundraising and people operations growth.
- Promote the use of data analytics and research the viability of artificial intelligence to drive innovation.
Requirements
- Bachelor�s degree (Master's preferred) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Programming, Information Systems, or a related field; IT experience will be considered in lieu of MS
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in IT leadership roles, preferably within a non-profit environment
- A minimum of 5 years of leadership and management experience in the IT field
- Experience in leading and developing high-performing teams
- Experience with security and compliance, i.e. NIST, CMMC, DFARS, ITAR, etc.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, etc.