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SalaryJob Title: Technology Partner
Job Location: UKO, Moorfields, London (Hybrid home and office working)
Salary: £46,839 to £50,659 per annum based on 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £46,839 to £50,659 per annum based on 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Could you act as the relationship link between Technology and the business, acting as the primary point of contact for business leaders and technologists to access specialist advice and support?
Can you be a conduit by which technology requests are raised, progressed, decisions made and communicated and will share knowledge of technology risks and opportunities in order to develop solutions that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the charity?
Could you bring all business technology stakeholders together to create and maintain technology systems roadmaps for core capabilities?
Could you act as facilitators of internal engagement and communication, supporting the flow of information through Technology to the business and vice versa?
Could you bring all business technology stakeholders together to create and maintain technology systems roadmaps for core capabilities?
Could you act as facilitators of internal engagement and communication, supporting the flow of information through Technology to the business and vice versa?
What will a Technology Partner's job involve?
- Establish and maintain a strategic relationship with key stakeholders in assigned directorates and within the Technology team.
- Work closely with the business to develop and implement strategic technology plans that align with organisational, directorate and Technology strategic objectives.
- Establish and manage a business solutions stakeholder group, to encourage cross- functional relationships, share roadmaps and identify areas of integration.
- To champion and communicate the governance process for change projects requests and prioritisation.
- Participate in business planning meetings to define short- and long-term solution roadmaps with solution architects.
- Support the Technology team with annual planning and translating plans into multi- year roadmaps to track throughout the year.
- Regular reporting on pipeline asks to the Head of Portfolio Management and at the monthly Portfolio Management meeting to give early visibility.
- Support the Head of Portfolio Management to facilitate and coordinate Technology input into organisational strategic planning and budgeting cycles.
What will a Technology Partner need to be successful?
- Knowledge of trends in technology in service design and the workplace.
- Knowledge of IT solution definition, development, evaluation, recommendation and selection processes.
- Skilled relationship manager.
- Strong written communication skills and a confident presenter to senior stakeholders.
- Skilled in strategic planning and coordinating roadmap development and maintenance.
- Experience of working on implementing a technology solution in a complicated business unit.
- Proven experience in building and maintaining relationships with key business counterparts.
- Proven experience of working with senior level management to develop plans and roadmaps that integrate with IT.
- Experience in defining innovative technology initiatives that meet the needs of the business.
- Managing complex stakeholder requirements and influencing collaborative working to achieve programme aims.
The closing date for completed applications is 23:59hrs on Sunday the 14th of July 2024 with interviews to follow.
Please apply early, as we’ll be reviewing candidates throughout. We reserve the right to close the ad in advance of the published date.
At the British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
Please apply early, as we’ll be reviewing candidates throughout. We reserve the right to close the ad in advance of the published date.
In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
At the British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
