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Manager Information Services

He angitūtanga | The Opportunity

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for information services and a commitment to driving digital transformation?
Our Council is seeking an experienced Information Services Manager to lead and align our Information Services (IS) functions with our strategic goals, ensuring they support our community now and into the future.

As the Information Services Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our council’s IS strategy. You’ll lead a dedicated team, drive digital innovation, and ensure our information services are agile, resilient, and aligned with our long-term goals. Your strategic insight and technical expertise will be crucial as we enhance our digital infrastructure, strengthen cyber resilience, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our council and community.

This is a fulltime permanent position based in our main offices in Marton.

He aha te mahi| What you will do

  • Develop, review, and execute councils Information Services (IS) strategy, providing strategic guidance
  • Effectively lead direct reports by developing capability through coaching, mentoring, development planning, and actively sharing knowledge and expertise
  • Develop and oversee IS budget and provide guidance on Technology investments, budget allocation and resource planning.
  • Oversee delivery of IS projects and assignments
  • Oversee contract negotiations with IS vendors, contractors, and service providers
  • Ensure cyber resilience and compliance with data protection guidelines
  • Ensure the identification, evaluation, mitigation and monitoring of Information Management, Digital Infrastructure and Departmental risks

Ko wai to Pukeka| What you will bring

  • Tertiary degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Project Management qualification or relevant experience with the application of methodologies
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and supervise a technologically diverse team
  • Demonstrable experience in risk identification, mitigation, Information Technology project management
  • Financial management / analysis experience


Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

  • Personalised career and development plans
  • Training opportunities
  • Tailored wellness benefits
  • Supportive & inclusive workplace


The closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Sunday 24 November 2024, however applications will be reviewed and progressed as they come in, so get in early!
For any enquiries about this role please contact Leanne Macdonald at leannemacdonald@rangitikei.govt.nz.


Ko wai mātou | Who are we

We are driven by our values.
Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day.

The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome and support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions and those with disabilities or are neurodiverse.

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