About IRRI

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), develop, coordinate, implement and manage the corporate information technology strategy, provide support and services to customers in research and institutional services with technology, information management, or knowledge management needs, and contribute to the Digital & Data strategy of CGIAR as a whole.

This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and is open for international applications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, maintain, and implement the corporate information technology strategy
• Direct and manage the operation of the Institute’s IT infrastructure used for administrative computing, research computing, and communications
• Enhance the strategic use of IT for the achievement of the goals of the institute including use of IT in hybrid work scenarios
• Manage the Institute’s IT security and the IT component of its business continuity processes
• Act as the institute’s data privacy officer
• Provide support and services to researchers related to information technology, management, knowledge management and telecommunication needs
• Supervise a team of system engineers responsible for providing and applying management information services
• Supervise managers responsible for network systems and desktop support services
• Manage the virtual library and the related scientific literature services
• Manage relations with external IT service providers
• Plan and manage the Institute’s capital and operational expenditure on information technology and related services
• Contribute to the Digital & Data strategy of CGIAR
• Provide information technology related training services to customers, particularly in relation to information security and privacy

Qualifications

• Advanced University Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or any relevant discipline
• Has at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in IT leadership roles
• Has extensive, related technical and managerial experience, preferably in multicultural settings

Skills Required

Mandatory

• Technically contributed to the field of expertise
• Has demonstrated contribution to the delivery of strategies and plans of multiple projects
• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies
• Demonstrated experience in managing IT budgets and vendor relationships

Preferred

• Project management experience and certification

IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances.

Join our team and be part of our story!

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.