Head of Central Unit 'Digitalization and IT' | Leitung (m/w/d) der Zentralen Betriebseinheit "Digitalisierung und IT"
Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
Job Summary
This leadership role involves spearheading the digitalization strategy for one of Europe's largest music universities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive digitalization strategy, coordinating and managing various digitalization projects across teaching, research, artistic practice, and administration, including the library. A key aspect of the role is advising the Rectorate on all digitalization matters and fostering a network of internal and external partners. The position requires strong leadership in guiding the central operational unit, promoting internal communication, and ensuring knowledge exchange on digitalization topics. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a passion for digital transformation, especially within a higher education or cultural context, to make a significant impact on the institution's future.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Business Informatics, Media Studies, Musicology, Cultural Management, or comparable disciplines)
Experience
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of current challenges in digitalization, ideally in a university environment or cultural sector
- Proven experience in strategic planning, conception, and implementation of digitalization projects
- Leadership experience
- High social competence in leading, coordinating, and organizing existing teams
Languages
Additional
- Not specified