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Head of Digital - Colchester City Council

Essex

n/a - n/a
£61,520-£80,917
Colchester
Fixed-Term
Information Services

Role

Head of Digital - Colchester City Council

Colchester City Council

From £61,520 to £80,917 per annum

Location: Colchester

Closing Date: Wednesday 19th March 2025


Contract Type: 6 Month Secondment
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Interview date: TBC

 

Transform Digital Services for Colchester
Colchester City Council is committed to delivering high-quality, accessible services that enhance the lives of residents, businesses, and visitors. As a forward-thinking authority, we are embarking on a digital transformation journey to modernise the way we operate, ensuring technology enables efficiency, innovation, and excellent customer service.
 
We are seeking an Interim Head of Digital to lead this transformation, shaping and delivering a customer-focused digital strategy that drives innovation, enhances service delivery, and ensures operational resilience.
 
Your Role:
As part of the Transformation, Insight and Business Improvement team, you will:
  • Lead the Digital & ICT function, driving a high-performance culture within the team.
  • Oversee the development and delivery of digital strategies that align with Council priorities, ensuring seamless service for residents and businesses.
  • Champion technology adoption, automation, and AI to improve efficiency and service quality.
  • Ensure robust ICT security and compliance, safeguarding data and systems against cyber threats.
  • Manage budgets of up to £4.5 million, ensuring cost-effective digital solutions.
  • Engage with senior leadership, elected members, and external partners to shape the future of digital services.
 
What You’ll Need:
  • Proven leadership experience in digital transformation, ICT strategy, or technology implementation.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Expertise in data-driven decision-making, automation, and emerging digital trends.
  • A track record of delivering large-scale digital projects and managing change effectively.
  • Knowledge of ICT security, GDPR, and compliance frameworks.
 
What We Offer:
At Colchester City Council, we invest in our people. You’ll benefit from:
  • A supportive, forward-thinking work environment
  • A generous pension scheme
  • Flexible working options
  • Discounts on gym memberships, travel, and online retail
  • Excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities
 
For further information regarding this vacancy, please email sadie.orwell@essex.gov.uk 

 

Colchester City Council has a wide range of services and facilities that can involve dealing with children or vulnerable adults. We treat our obligations for the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously and expect our staff to be committed to the principles of our published policies and to adhere to the procedures contained within them.

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