We're hiring a Global Technology Manager

 
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Science Gallery International is seeking to hire a full-time Global Technology Manager. Reporting to the Global Operations Manager, and also working directly with the Executive Director, the Global Technology Manager is a key role within the SGI team, providing key project management resources and technical expertise to the six person, fast-moving team established to grow and support the Global Science Gallery Network – the world’s only university network dedicated to public engagement with science and art.

BACKGROUND

Science Gallery International is a charitable organisation headquartered in Dublin, providing the services, tools and resources to power and expand the network.

In January, Science Gallery International achieved its founding goal of establishing eight Science Galleries worldwide by 2020. SGI continues to work with its members in Atlanta, Bengaluru, Detroit, Dublin, Melbourne, Rotterdam and Venice to ignite the creative potential of young people to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. For more about SGI please see sciencegallery.org. 

ROLE SPECIFICATION

Working primarily with Global Operations Manager, the Global Engagement and Insights Manager and the Global Communications Manager, as well as with key stakeholders from across the global Network this role will include the following:

  • Work as the project manager and technical lead on joint Network digital platforms:

    • Provide advice and guidance on technical matters to the SGI team and to core staff at each Network member location

    • Negotiate/coordinate the effective hosting of web content

    • Lead on the specification and implementation of new digital platforms to support the next phase of the Network

    • Monitor and report on technical (and related) aspects of commissioned projects to ensure these remain on track, and suggest solutions where problems arise

    • Coordinate cross-functional and cross-Network working groups

    • Act as an ambassador for joint approaches to digital platforms

    • Manage project timelines and budgets

  • Oversee the day to day management of all Network services including Websites (internal and external), LMS, GSuite, Open Call, CRM and other platforms as appropriate

  • Work with the SGI team to develop imaginative and innovative projects as required with particular reference to the technical aspects, and ensure that the senior team receives timely updates on new developments.

  • Manage the in-house administrative technical and IT requirements and support for SGI (internet supply, networking, telephony, software, server and cloud computing, printers, hardware) to ensure high level of uptime and efficiency.

  • Provide support for the implementation of the Network sharing and learning initiatives.

  • Any other tasks that may be deemed as appropriate by management.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information, please download this detailed job spec.

Apply in confidence by email only with covering letter outlining your motivation, key experience and suitability for the role, and CV, to Sarah Durcan, Global Operations Manager at sarah.durcan@sciencegallery.org.

Application email must include this subject line: ‘SGI Tech Manager position’.

Deadline for applications is Thursday 26th March at 5pm. Provisional dates for first round interviews are 1st/2nd April 2020.

 
Lucy Whitaker