IT Specialist Managers
Description
IT specialist managers plan, organise, manage and coordinate the provision of specialist IT services and functions in an organisation.
Tasks
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Plans, coordinates and manages the organisation’s IT provision or a specialist area of IT activity
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Liaises with users, senior staff and internal/external clients to clarify IT requirements and development needs
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Takes responsibility for managing the development of a specialist aspect of IT provision such as user support, network operations, service delivery or quality control
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Supervises the technical team and coordinates training
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Plans and monitors work and maintenance schedules to ensure agreed service levels are achieved
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Reports on IT activities to senior management.
Educational Requirements
Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.