The last date for receipt of applications extended to 18th September, 2024.

Call for General Manager (IT) (On Contract)

1. Position: General Manager (IT) (On Contract)

2. Department: Computer Centre

3. Vacancy: 01 (One)

4. Job Responsibilities:

  1. Be overall responsible for all functions of Computer Centre related to Software, Hardware, Cyber Security, etc.
  2. Look after IT Governance, IT Program/Portfolio Management and IT Infrastructure Management
  3. Be abreast of the way technology is being used in the educational institute space and evaluate the applicability in the IIMC context.
  4. Engage with the entire cross-section of users and stakeholders to identify problems, requirements, wish-lists, needs, metrics to design, execute and monitor the digital transformation program.
  5. Provide digital backbone for delivery of content and services- on campus and remotely.
  6. Streamline, standardize and automate processes with the intent to eliminate waste, improve efficiency and develop insights.
  7. Take the Institute-wide view to identify opportunities, impacts, risks and interdependencies with other Institute-wide initiatives and conduct periodic reviews.
  8. Prepare and manage Annual Operation Plan for the functioning of Computer Centre.
  9. Exercise budgetary control and schedule adherence to both strategic and operational initiatives.
  10. Manage IT risk and ensure business continuity/ disaster recover readiness.
  11. Proactively communicate with stakeholders to keep them updated on planning, roadmap, execution status, launch, its impact, learnings, etc.
  12. Assess the organization’s culture, capacity and readiness for change and guide institutional change as required for executing the digital strategy.
  13. Integrate change management activities into overall project plans and work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment.
  14. Manage a team of officers, staff, consultants and third party personnel.
  15. Select and manage vendors in compliance with institutional policies and control mechanisms.
  16. Overall supervision of Computer Services Operations:
    1. Putting systems and procedure in place for smooth functioning of the Computer Services operations.
    2. Regular monitoring of Computer Services operations and acting on deficiencies, if any.
  17. Formulating Policies:
    1. Framing policies to provide secure access and prevent unauthorized access to applications.
    2. Formulating and constantly updating an overall information systems plan for IIMC.
    3. Constantly assessing the application landscape commensurate with an international institute of repute.
    4. Framing policies with respect to privacy and security of institutional, academic, and organizational data and all digital assets.
    5. Preparing and implementing disaster recovery plans for all applications.
  18. Project Management:
    1. Forming project committees and organizing regular meetings of the project committees to coordinate with the stakeholders and vendors.
    2. Monitoring progress and keeping track of projects and the milestones achieved.
    3. Ensuring vendors to comply with all terms and conditions mentioned in the contract agreement.
    4. Ensuring smooth go-live and handover on completion, if development and implementation of projects are successful.
    5. Preparing reports on key IT assets, licenses, maintenance and costs.
  19. Management of IT Personnel:
    1. Participating in hiring of suitable people for software related tasks.
    2. Allocating tasks and responsibilities to different personnel.
    3. Mentoring and training support staff.
  20. Finance and Administrative Part:
    1. Coordinating with different user departments and computer services team to ensure budgetary allocation for various applications.
    2. Ensuring that base software and application software licensing laws and agreements are adhered to.
    3. Process ownership relating to procurement, PO issuance, renewal, billing, etc. relating to software and applications.
    4. To act as the central repository of all important documents relating to all application environments.
  21. Any other relevant jobs as assigned by the Competent Authority from time to time.

5. Academic Qualification:
Essential:

  1. B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Technology/Computer Science & Engineering/Information Technology/ECE with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized University/Institute.
    OR
  2. M.C.A. or M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized University/Institute.

6. Experience:

  1. Minimum 15 (Fifteen) years relevant professional experience in reputed organizations in the field of IT out of which 05 (Five) years should be in the leadership position; visioning, designing, architecting, implementing and servicing information systems/ information technology platforms to achieve organizational strategy and execution excellence.

Key Skills and Requirements:

  1. Proven experience in digital transformation- strategy, roadmap and full lifecycle of execution- in India or abroad.
  2. Demonstrate both cultural compatibility and change agent capability to achieve short term and long term goals of the digital transformation program.
  3. Experience in managing campus site and providing campus wide connectivity.
  4. Experience in change management in various organizational contexts by working with sponsors, coaching key personnel, training users and managing resistance.
  5. Ability to run very large complex projects or a portfolio of small projects.
  6. Ability to implement best practices and continuous improvement in IT service management.
  7. Excellent communication, influencing skills, judgement, analytical skills, management skills such as project management, time management, supervision, negotiation and systems thinking.
  8. Sharp focus on automating repeatable tasks and reducing operational overheads.

8. Age: Preferably Up to 50 years as on last date of applications.

9. Emoluments:

A consolidated emolument of Rs.2.40 lakh per month (negotiable), based on the experience and job profile of the candidate. In case the incumbent is availing the Institute’s accommodation, 15% of the consolidated emoluments will be deducted. In addition to the consolidated emoluments, the other benefits includes medical reimbursement, mediclaim insurance etc. as per the Institute’s policy. The salary will be revised annually based on performance as per Institute policy. The salary will not be a constraint for deserving candidates.

10. Tenure:

This is a contractual position for a period of 03 (Three) years only. During the engagement, Candidate may opt out from service of the Institute or the Institute may terminate the engagement, by giving 30 (thirty) days written notice by either side.

General Information:
  1. Candidates on selection are required to submit relieving letter from their employer (Govt./Public Sector/Private) at the time of joining the Institute, without which they will not be allowed to join.
  2. Application forms should be supported by self-attested photograph and documents in respect of qualification, experience etc. of the candidates.
  3. Age relaxation for SC/ST and OBCs is applicable as per Government of India norms.
  4. The candidates should super-scribe the position applied for at the top of the envelopes containing the application form.
  5. The prescribed essential qualifications/experience indicated above is bare minimum and mere possession of the same will not entitle the candidates to be called for test/ interview. The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates to be called for interview to a reasonable number on the basis of qualifications and experience.
  6. Degree as referred above should have been awarded by a recognized University/Institute.
  7. Competent authority may relax the age and/or experience in deserving cases.
  8. Subsequent amendments/modifications etc., if any, will be notified on the Institute’s website (www.iimcal.ac.in) and may be referred by the interested candidates.
  9. Application fee of Rs.500/- (Rupees Five hundred) only (non-refundable) should be submitted in the form of Demand Draft in favour of “Indian Institute of Management Calcutta” payable at Kolkata. For Online Bank Transfer, Bank Details may be found as attached. SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates will not be required to submit the application fee.
  10. Only the selected candidate(s) in respect of the previously mentioned post (if any) will be intimated accordingly. No interim queries will be entertained.
  11. The authority reserves the right to reject/accept any/all candidature without assigning any reason.
  12. Out stationed candidates shortlisted for personal interview would be reimbursed to and fro fares as travelling allowance on submission of bills as mentioned below: Travel Entitlement - Economy Class by air or AC-I by train.
  13. Incomplete applications or applications without self-attested copies of certificates/ testimonials or received after the last date are liable to be rejected.
  14. Canvassing in any form will lead to the cancellation of the candidature.
  15. The Institute reserves the right not to fill up the post advertised, without assigning any reason.
  16. In case of any dispute the decision of the Institute will be final.
  17. Applicants who had applied for the same position against any advertisement published in recent past and were not shortlisted for interview for the said position, need not apply within the next one year against any advertisement.

    18. Interested candidates meeting the above requirements may apply on prescribed form addressed to: 'Senior Administrative Officer (HR)’, Indian Institute Of Management Calcutta, D. H. Road, P.O. - Joka, Kolkata – 700 104 and the hard copy of the application should reach on or before 4th September, 2024.

    The last date for receipt of applications extended to 18th September, 2024.

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