FA-2412 – HEAD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES UNIT
Permanent contract Belval
Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and
Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment
and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and
tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their
decisions and businesses in their strategies.
Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https: // www. list.lu/
https: // www. list.lu/en/institute/who-we-are/
How will you contribute?
In this role, you lead and manage the information technology services in LIST
including IT communication and networks, IT operations, information systems
development, information security, and all services or initiatives related to
corporate IT/IS and IT security. You serve as the principal technology leader
for developing and implementing information technology strategies and
initiatives to support LIST business activities. Ideally you have a high level
of familiarity with LIST business processes both administrative and RDI,
combined to a good overview of the various constituents and a good
understanding of the diverse IT/IS needs existing across all departments or
units.
You are dedicated and based on your previous experience, you can anticipate
and maintain a vision for the future IT/IS needs. As manager, you define
strategies, priorities, and projects; It does include the definition of
technology investments including cost/benefit analysis, ensuring the best use
of LIST resources. You lead and manage your team members and, as per so, you
are accountable for the performance and results of your unit.
Among others, your duties include:
Leading the development of a strategic direction for the LIST information
technology services anticipating the diverse needs, monitoring trends, and
developing and implementing long / short-term plans.
Ensuring IT data security, IT risk management, IT disaster recovery and
business continuity planning processes are in place and receiving regular
review.
Ensuring the security of IT systems and operations adhere to applicable
laws and regulations.
Exercising diligent evaluation and careful budgetary management, including
preparation of annual budget particular to the IT unit and follow up its
execution.
Developing, implementing, and overseeing IT/IS policies and processes,
which means ensuring a good level of service and effectiveness.
Providing leadership, guidance, and supervision to teams under your
responsibility. It includes developing and organising IT/IS talent
management to ensure efficient delivery of services across the
organization.
Maintaining the good operations and strategic development of information,
communications infrastructure and systems infrastructure.
Establishing the IT unit goals, objectives and operating procedures.
Assessing and identifying the most cost-effective investment on IT
systems, product purchases and/or in-house development activities.
Prioritizing and controlling the IT project demands; negotiating
priorities and timelines as appropriate and necessary.
Performing other duties and functions as assigned.
Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply
now!
As to join us, you:
Master's degree in a technology related area, Business Administration, or
other field of study, with significant relevant IT/IS work experience.
Extensive experience in all aspects of information technology planning,
development and implementation, including but not limited to enterprise
resource planning (ERP), systems architecture, telecommunications,
database administration, Web and social media development and security and
compliance issues.
Broad technical knowledge and skills on computing, telecommunications, and
technologies.
Demonstrated experience with IT budgeting and personnel management.
Demonstrated experience and skills in negotiating with vendors,
contractors, and others.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Excellent presentation skills and effective oral and written communication
capabilities in EN/FR.
Strong commitment to customer service.
Your LIST benefits
An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in
Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research
projects
Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential
role in paving the way to a green society
Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000
square metres, including innovations in all that we do
An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in
all areas
Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical
skills
Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50
nationalities represented in our workforce
Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil
their personal and professional ambitions
Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and
retain women in science
32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory
health insurance
Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers
Apply online
Your application must include:
A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your
experience;
A detailed CV
2 refences
Application procedure and conditions
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical
purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring
equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept
confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal
opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a
diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without
discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An
assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to
guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for
selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and
expertise with the requirements mentioned above.
REQUIREDLANGUAGES
To be considered for this position it is crucial that you have knowledge of
the following languages
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
OPTIONAL LANGUAGES
The following languages are optional but are considered a plus.
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
Read C1 Advanced
Write C1 Advanced
Speak C1 Advanced
minimum required Education
Required work experience in years
0 or more years
Job Category
Details
Employment type
Contract type
Hours per week
40
Location
Country
City
Esch-Sur-Alzette
Recruiter in charge
Kristel WEINREICH
Employment type
Full-Time
UO
Finance & Administration
Profile type
Support staff
