Responsibilities for the IT Manager Job
Working with senior management to achieve the overall objectives of the organization from an ICT perspective.
Works with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment to achieve relevant goals and objectives.
Works with end users and clients to address their ICT and related service requirements.
Liaises with vendors and suppliers to ensure the best interests of the hospital are maintained.
Strives to ensure that projects meet objectives on time and on budget by increasing employee adoption and usage.
To optimize the utilization of in house capabilities in the delivery of ICT services
The post holder works within the policies and procedures laid down by the hospital in respect of ICT and other matters.
The post holder must be adaptable to new direction and instructions as issued by the Chief Executive Officer
Be responsible for the management and supervision of ICT support staff.
Ensure that a safe environment is maintained for staff and visitors in compliance with Health and Safety requirements and best practice.
Being responsible for the day to day security of the work area to which assigned, with particular awareness of fire regulations and security arrangements.
Keeping up to date with all relevant mandatory training for the department.
Support the Hospital in all ICT services.
Have agreed policies and procedures operated effectively throughout the hospital.
Will act as the Hospital’s Data Protection Officer and will provide leadership and guidance to the organization in data protection matters
Ensure that the hospital is fully compliant with data protection legislation
Develop and motivate staff in the ICT Department.
Meet targets within agreed reasonable timeframes.
Operate and manage the hospital systems in a safe, efficient manner, and in accordance with recognized standards.
Meet the ICT needs of end users given the limitations of the hospital’s overall procedures and policies.
Develop and maintain quality services and standards.
Build upon the positive image of ICT throughout the hospital.
Advise hospital on best ICT practice.
Deliver training and support to non ICT staff as appropriate
To identify, plan, develop and manage the delivery of Information & Communications Technology services in support of the Managements objectives.
To review and assess proven and emerging technologies which could be of benefit to the hospital with a view to determining their suitability and deployment within the Hospital.
To support and provide advice in the development of systems and operational structures for effective management.
To address systems development needs for servicing, output and outcome measurement.
To develop effective communication mechanisms with the end user population and ensure their participation and ownership of ICT Projects.
To plan, monitor and control the Department’s ICT work programs and budgets as delegated by Senior Management.
To monitor and control the delivery of ICT services by consultants and external agents to ensure that value for money and appropriate services are delivered and maintained.
To lead projects as identified by the senior management team
Qualifications for the IT Manager Job
Significant knowledge in managing an ICT infrastructure and possess strong Project Management and Leadership skills with the ability to effectively implement change.
Knowledge of commonly-used technology and procedures in the IT field including operating systems, servers, networks, network security, SAN, NAS, Microsoft, , firewalls, VPN, secure remote access internet access, virus protection, security filtering, LAN/WAN/MAN and Wireless etc
Significant experience in various ICT systems/languages etc
Excellent written and oral communications skills including an ability to translate technical ICT information into format that end users can understand
Relevant ICT Qualification
Healthcare setting experience desirable
Strong knowledge of data protection and associated legislation
Minimum four years’ experience in a similar role.
