Alternance – Chef de Projet Innovation et Technologie (H/F)

Job Summary

Coordinates the overall Information Systems and Operations with the objective to support the needs of teaching, administrative, research and student functions of the University.

Responsibilities

• Develops a comprehensive strategic plan that integrates IT strategies and resources as per the goals and objectives of the University.
• Identifies IT requirements and prioritizes current and future resources to accomplish the IT strategic plan.
• Provides leadership with the continuous investigation of new technologies and products available in the market.
• Recommends the acquisition of those products that will satisfy University’s initiatives and priorities.
• Develops information GDPR policies, security policies, technical standards, procedures and controls that will ensure an efficient and secure environment.
• Maintains compliance with University’s policies by monitoring operations and implementing corrective measures as needed.
• Provides direction and leadership in the review of present IT systems and assets, and in the development, acquisition and deployment of new assets and revised systems.
• Assesses campus-identified needs and priorities and develops strategies to meet those needs.
• Integrates and coordinates the development and implementation of IT applications across the University to minimize duplication of effort, realize operating efficiencies, and minimize IT costs.
• Promotes integration of networks and hardware with emphasis on the mutual goals of increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assesses competing vendor and equipment alternatives, prepares and manages bid processes, and awards contracts in collaboration with the CEO & President of the Council.
• Establishes administrative processes that optimize (cost/benefit valuation) purchased services and equipment across the University.
• Develops and executes policies for the standardization of IT equipment and software across the University.
• Coordinates system-wide vendor oversight, problem resolution and pilot initiatives.
• Manages the operations (facilities and maintenance) division; is responsible for the preparation of the operating budget; prepares annual expense forecast and justifications; manages expenditures within the approved budget; adjusts priorities and operating plans accordingly.
• Operates the information technology infrastructure necessary to deliver technology services in support of students, faculty and staff in their teaching, learning and research endeavors.
• Serves as the University resource responsible for supporting administrative information systems.
• Participates in the development, maintenance, and secure operation of the state‑of‑the‑art applications using centralized student and other databases.
• Oversees the training of faculty and staff and provides the skills needed to enrich their educational knowledge.
• Is responsible for all telecommunications services within and among University locations and outside networks to accommodate communication needs.

Competencies

• People Leadership
• Drives Engagement
• Collaboration
• Student Focus
• Accountability

Additional Attributes

• May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
• Exercises excellent organizational, communications and managerial skills.
• Is able to follow the technological changes and act proactively.
• Be aware of the legal and ethical issues related to the use of technology.