We are actively seeking a high-calibre Head of IT/Digital for a Charity organisation on a 6-month contract opportunity. This role offers the flexibility of a 3-day per week schedule confirmed as Outside IR35.
This role requires you to be ON SITE 3 days per week and will suit candidates based within a 30 min daily commute of Edinburgh.
If you're a strategic IT leader looking for high-impact work without the full-time commitment, this is the ideal assignment for you.
The Mandate: Strategy, Security, and Governance
Reporting to the CEO, you will be solely responsible for the strategic direction of the organisation's IT and Digital function. Your focus will be on governance, security, and team development:
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Own the IT/Digital Strategy: Lead the team to deliver a robust IT/Digital strategy aligned with the corporate Business Plan.
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Cyber Security Authority: Ensure an efficient, robust, and secure ICT function. This includes leading on GDPR compliance and the achievement of Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.
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Corporate Influence: Serve as a key member of the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT), providing strategic advice and papers to the Board and Sub-Committees.
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Hands-on Management: Oversee all systems, budget control, procurement, and management of key third-party service contracts (SLAs).
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a candidate who is immediately available and can hit the ground running, bringing experience from a similar leadership role, ideally within a charity or Not-for-Profit environment.
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Proven experience as an IT Director or Head of IT/Digital, comfortable engaging with executive and Board-level stakeholders.
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Expert knowledge of Cyber Security best practices and regulatory compliance (GDPR).
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Strong background in strategic IT development, vendor management, and budget control.
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Must be able to commit to the 6-month term on a 3-day per week basis.
This strategic Outside IR35 contract offering genuine part-time hours is unique. Don't miss out on this chance to secure a high-impact, flexible assignment.
