£19,240
Average salary at age 20
£53,040
Average Salary
37
Average hours per week
Description
Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources necessary to provide and operate information technology and telecommunications services within an organisation.Main Tasks
- Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT/telecommunications strategy of the organisation;
- Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT/telecommunications strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards;
- Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT/telecommunications to deliver agreed service levels;
- Considers the required IT/telecommunications staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy;
- Prioritises and schedules major IT/telecommunications projects;
- Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation’s broad requirements.
Qualifications
There are no pre-set entry requirements although candidates usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification together with substantial, relevant work experience. A variety of professional and postgraduate qualifications is available.UK Prospects
167900
Workforce Size
9.59%
Predicted growth 2025 - 2035
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