Description
The Northern Ireland Office is seeking a Digital Manager to lead the development and day-to-day management of its digital services. The successful candidate will oversee the introduction of new ways of working and technologies, including Google Workspace and AI tools, to keep the department modern and efficient.
The Digital Manager will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic leadership and improving how teams use information and record-keeping tools
- Designing and overseeing key stages of an employee's journey, ensuring efficient and well-managed processes for data security and information management
- Leading the strategy for training staff to use digital tools, specifically driving the adoption of Google Workspace, Gemini, and Content Management systems
- Collaborating with partners across the Knowledge and Information Management team and the wider government to align goals, manage information risks, and promote best practices
- Leading projects to move data from older legacy systems to modern platforms, establishing clear standards for accurate and easy-to-use information
- Acting as the main contact for the relationship with The National Archives (TNA), planning and managing the transfer of digital records to meet national standards
- Directing, upskilling, and managing digital team staff to maintain high performance and optimize resource deployment
- Overseeing the operational management of digital assets, third-party IT/digital contracts, and associated service delivery budgets
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience leading digital technology initiatives or information systems management within a complex, fast-paced corporate environment
- Proven communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and manage third-party suppliers or operational contracts
- Advanced technical knowledge of digital record-keeping architecture, information compliance frameworks, and systems integration
The role is permanent, with a salary range of £42,914 - £53,081 per year, depending on location and experience.