Director ICT & Digital (Grade 4) ref no: 291

SOLAS (An tSeirbhís Oideachais Leanúnaigh agus Scileanna), the Further Education and Training Authority of Ireland was established on 27 October 2013. Its mission is to fund, co-ordinate and monitor a range of Further Education and Training (FET) provision to support economic and social wellbeing, while simultaneously playing its part in influencing and supporting the development of a FET sector that is more responsive to the needs of learners and employers. Set out in the Education and Training Act, 2013.

SOLAS is an agency of the newly formed Department of Higher Education, Innovation and Science. It works in close collaboration with Education and Training Boards (ETBs) on provision of high-quality further education and training, equipping learners with relevant skills and knowledge, providing a pipeline of talent into employment and to the Irish economy and society. Working with sister agencies, SOLAS leads actions in key policy and strategy documents including the most recent Further Education and Training (FET) Strategy 2020 – 2024, the evaluation of the National Youthreach Programmes (2019), the National Skills Strategy 2025 and others.

SOLAS is now seeking to recruit a Director of Information & Communications Technology (ICT) & Digital. Reporting directly to the Assistant Chief Executive – Support, the Director of ICT & Digital will have broad relevant work experience at a senior level, leading the IT function in a complex organisation and a record of continuous development, improvement and innovation. The successful candidate must be flexible, positive and enthusiastic and able to demonstrate an outstanding record of achievement in their career to date. They will have ownership of organisational data quality, security and systems and will identify and lead on the SOLAS Digital Transformation agenda. They will also focus on achieving consistency, quality and protection of SOLAS systems and data and will have knowledge of the strategic role of SOLAS within the development of national policy.

This is a permanent position for which the salary scale ranges from €89,072 to €109,547 per annum (inclusive of two long service increments) for a 37-hour week. Starting pay will be at the minimum point of the scale as per Government Circular E100/8/82. Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current service in the Civil/Public service.

SOLAS offers an excellent benefit package including a contributory pension scheme and the opportunity for further training and development.

Applications must be made by submitting a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae showing your relevant achievements and experience in your career to date. A short letter of application or personal statement (no more than 2 pages) should accompany your CV, outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills and experience meet the requirements of the post of Director of Information & Communications Technology (ICT).

Applications must be submitted through recruitment@solas.ie with the relevant documentation attached quoting reference number 291 by Friday 1st January 2021 by 5pm.

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SOLAS is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify.