Executive Director of Information Technology

American International University

Employer Active

Posted 9 hrs ago

Experience

8 - 10 Years

Job Location

Kuwait - Kuwait

Education

Any Graduation, Ph.D/Doctorate

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of a multi-year IT strategy aligned with institutional objectives.
  • Oversee implementation, integration, and optimization of core enterprise platforms (Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Oracle, Tableau).
  • Drive data and analytics initiatives to support decision-making and institutional effectiveness.
  • Establish strong cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management policies.
  • Collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to assess technology needs and drive user adoption.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team with a culture of innovation and service.
  • Manage the IT budget, vendor relationships, and technology contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

  • Master s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).
  • 8 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education.
  • Direct experience with Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Oracle Finance, and Tableau.
  • Proven record in digital transformation, project management, and organizational change.
  • Strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL, CCIO) are an advantage.

Desired Candidate Profile

Master s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).

8 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education.

Direct experience with Banner, Canvas, Salesforce, Oracle Finance, and Tableau.

Proven record in digital transformation, project management, and organizational change.

Strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.

Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, ITIL, CCIO) are an advantage.

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Executive Director Of Information Technology

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American International University

American International University (AIU) is a private, co-educational institution in Kuwait, established in 2019, offering undergraduate degree programs based on the American model of higher education. The language of instruction is English, and current programs span Engineering, Architecture & Design, and Business Administration.

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