Job
31 Jul 2026
Information Technology (IT) Manager
Posted 3 hours ago
About the Role
Chisipite Senior School invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and dynamic professionals for the position of Information Technology (IT) Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership, management, maintenance and development of the School's technology infrastructure and systems, ensuring effective delivery of technology services that support teaching, learning, administration and the School's long-term strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Technology Development
- Develop and implement an IT strategy aligned with the School's educational and operational goals.
- Lead and manage technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Identify and implement innovative technology solutions that enhance teaching, learning and administrative efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team on technology planning and digital-transformation initiatives.
Infrastructure and Network Management
- Ensure the reliability, performance and security of the School's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, servers, networks, data storage and solar-related technology.
- Plan, manage and implement upgrades to network, server and end-user systems.
- Monitor system performance and ensure business continuity through effective backup and recovery.
Educational Technology and User Support
- Support and enhance the School's educational technology platforms, Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Management Information Systems (MIS).
- Oversee the provision of IT support services to staff and pupils.
- Provide guidance and online support to parents using School management systems.
- Coordinate training programmes for staff to maximise effective use of technology.
Budgeting, Procurement and Resource Management
- Manage the School's IT budget.
- Plan and prioritise future technology investments in line with strategic and financial objectives.
- Oversee the procurement of hardware, software and technology services.
Cybersecurity, Compliance and Risk Management
- Develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures that ensure the security and integrity of IT systems and data.
- Ensure compliance with relevant data protection, privacy and cybersecurity regulations.
- Proactively identify and mitigate technology-related risks.
Vendor and Service Provider Management
- Manage relationships with external service providers and technology vendors.
- Ensure the quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of outsourced services and support contracts.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Technology Development
- Develop and implement an IT strategy aligned with the School's educational and operational goals.
- Lead and manage technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Identify and implement innovative technology solutions that enhance teaching, learning and administrative efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team on technology planning and digital-transformation initiatives.
Infrastructure and Network Management
- Ensure the reliability, performance and security of the School's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, servers, networks, data storage and solar-related technology.
- Plan, manage and implement upgrades to network, server and end-user systems.
- Monitor system performance and ensure business continuity through effective backup and recovery.
Educational Technology and User Support
- Support and enhance the School's educational technology platforms, Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Management Information Systems (MIS).
- Oversee the provision of IT support services to staff and pupils.
- Provide guidance and online support to parents using School management systems.
- Coordinate training programmes for staff to maximise effective use of technology.
Budgeting, Procurement and Resource Management
- Manage the School's IT budget.
- Plan and prioritise future technology investments in line with strategic and financial objectives.
- Oversee the procurement of hardware, software and technology services.
Cybersecurity, Compliance and Risk Management
- Develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures that ensure the security and integrity of IT systems and data.
- Ensure compliance with relevant data protection, privacy and cybersecurity regulations.
- Proactively identify and mitigate technology-related risks.
Vendor and Service Provider Management
- Manage relationships with external service providers and technology vendors.
- Ensure the quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of outsourced services and support contracts.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- A Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years' experience in IT management, preferably within an educational environment.
- Strong leadership, organisational and project-management skills.
- Extensive knowledge of IT infrastructure, network administration, systems management and cybersecurity best practices.
- A sound understanding of data protection and privacy requirements relevant to educational institutions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
Personal Attributes: integrity, professionalism and ethical practice; the ability to maintain strict confidentiality; a collaborative, service-oriented approach to leadership; dependability, responsiveness and initiative; strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; and a forward-thinking, continuous-improvement mindset.
Chisipite Senior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory reference and background checks.
How to apply: submit a detailed CV and cover letter to [email protected] no later than Friday 31 July 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- A Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years' experience in IT management, preferably within an educational environment.
- Strong leadership, organisational and project-management skills.
- Extensive knowledge of IT infrastructure, network administration, systems management and cybersecurity best practices.
- A sound understanding of data protection and privacy requirements relevant to educational institutions.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
Personal Attributes: integrity, professionalism and ethical practice; the ability to maintain strict confidentiality; a collaborative, service-oriented approach to leadership; dependability, responsiveness and initiative; strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills; and a forward-thinking, continuous-improvement mindset.
Chisipite Senior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory reference and background checks.
How to apply: submit a detailed CV and cover letter to [email protected] no later than Friday 31 July 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.