Head of Digitalization Team | Leitung für das Team Digitalisierung
Stadt Laatzen Verwaltung
Job Summary
The City of Laatzen is seeking an experienced and inspiring leader to head the Digitalization Team within the Internal Service Department. This pivotal role involves actively driving the digital transformation of the city administration, overseeing a team of seven employees, and ensuring the successful implementation of digital projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include the disciplinary and organizational leadership of the team, setting objectives, managing complex individual cases, and handling internal and external communication interfaces. The Head of Digitalization will also be responsible for budget planning, cost, time, and quality controlling for the digitalization sub-budget. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Administrative Informatics, Business Informatics, or Business Administration with a focus on Management and Digitalization, coupled with at least three years of relevant professional experience. This position offers an attractive, permanent contract (unbefristet) in a dynamic environment where strategic thinking and innovative solutions can make a significant impact on public service efficiency and transparency.
Required Skills
Education
Bachelor of Science in Administrative Informatics, Business Informatics, or equivalent; OR Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Management and Digitalization, or equivalent.
Experience
- Minimum three years of relevant practical professional experience (in addition to required academic degrees)
- Leadership experience (team-oriented and cooperative style preferred)
- Profound expertise in implementing digital procedures and coordinating interdisciplinary projects
- Experience in analyzing and optimizing business processes
Languages
Additional
- Unrestricted work permit for Germany (implied by public sector role); Willingness to work full-time (39 hours/week), though part-time is possible; Must meet formal prerequisites regarding academic degree and professional experience; Must provide cover letter, CV, and certificates with application.