Head Information Technology | One of the leading university in South India

We are hiring for one of our reputed client in Higher education.

Role Overview

The Director – IT is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the Information Technology and Knowledge Management strategy. As the head of the Directorate, the incumbent will ensure that cutting-edge digital infrastructure, knowledge systems, and corporate communications are seamlessly integrated to support the University’s academic, research, and administrative functions. The position is a full-time, on-campus role.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute a technology and knowledge management roadmap aligned with the University’s vision, mission, and growth objectives.

Define strategy, set measurable KRAs, and ensure alignment with institutional priorities.

Contribute to overall University strategy and decision-making as part of the leadership team.

Technology & Digital Transformation

Establish and oversee the Directorates of IT, Knowledge Management, and Corporate Communications.

Design and deploy state-of-the-art IT infrastructure to enable academic, research, and administrative excellence.

Drive digital transformation initiatives, including ERP implementation, e-governance, and data-driven decision-making.

Formulate IT policies, processes, and standards in line with global best practices— covering data security, network management, and information privacy.

Ensure system uptime, resilience, and scalability to meet current and future needs.

Knowledge Management & Communications

Lead initiatives to capture, share, and manage institutional knowledge for academic and administrative advantage.

Promote the brand through digital, print, and audio-visual media, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.

Oversee website management to maintain a dynamic, engaging, and compliant online presence.

Guide the creation of brand collaterals and enforce brand compliance across channels.

Encourage active stakeholder participation in enhancing the university’s visibility and reputation.

Operational Excellence

Build a high-performing, customer-centric IT team with clear metrics and performance review mechanisms.

Manage budgets, vendor relationships, procurement, and asset management effectively.

Monitor IT operations daily to ensure high availability, security, and service quality.

Collaborate with other campuses and units for seamless integration of IT systems and services.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, Management, or related field from a recognized institution.

Minimum 15 years of relevant leadership experience, preferably in reputed Universities or Higher Education Institutions.

Strong knowledge of IT strategy, infrastructure management, network systems, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications.

Demonstrated ability to lead digital transformation and technology adoption at scale.

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate across academic and administrative functions.

Exposure to global best practices and experience handling large-scale academic environments is highly desirable.

Preference for candidates from top engineering institutes with international exposure.