Head of ICT

Salary: £67,435

Location: Merthyr Tydfil

This is a Permanent, Permanent, Full Time - We currently operate a 4-day week based on 100% pay for 80% of time and 100% productivity - see our website for more information. vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

Vacancy

Are you someone who is passionate about making a real difference in an organisation already known for its strong values and sense of social purpose?

If so, we would love you to come and join our amazing Mutual.

About You

We are really excited to be advertising this role! As our new Head of ICT you will be responsible for the delivery of our ICT services ensuring that they are delivered in a way that supports colleagues to provide excellent services. You will be joining us at an exciting time, our current ICT strategy is coming to an end and you will play an integral part in designing and delivery our strategy for the next 3-5 years.

You will develop excellent working relationships and work as part of our strategic leadership team.

You are an excellent communicator with strong influencing skills and supportive capabilities. You’re someone who writes and presents well to a range of audiences, tailoring your approach as required.

You will have an in-depth understanding of all relevant ICT solutions, legislation and best practice and will be able to translate this into strategies and action plans which enhance the great services we already offer.

You are someone that takes real pride in the success of your team and are able to lead and coach where necessary.

How to apply:

You will need to submit your CV and fill out a short application form which you can do by clicking on the Apply button at the top of this page.

Closing date for applications is Monday 21st October 2024 at 10:00am.

Our Mutual

As well as having a great culture, we offer a range of excellent benefits. These include generous annual leave and pension contributions, family friendly working arrangements, exciting career progression opportunities, 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Happy Me, our very own initiative to support your wellbeing and help you to thrive.

There’s more – we’re trialling a 4 day working week exploring the possibility of balancing a shorter working week with higher productivity and improved services to tenants. So, 100% of our services, in 80% of the hours, for 100% of the salary.

You can be proud to be part of an organisation who’s passionate about giving back in every aspect of what we do. We’re an anchor investor, proudly supporting our communities and the people who live in them. 

We are committed to our responsibilities as a landlord, business and mutual in every way. We are passionate about playing our part in tackling the climate emergency, and our new Climate Strategy clearly sets our commitments, actions and goals to do this. 

Joining our mutual will give you the opportunity to become a member and have your say. Our Chief Executive, Michelle Reid, is hugely committed to tenants and employees working together to grow and shape our mutual. To meet our CEO and to get a better sense of who we are, grab yourself a cuppa and click here. 

Diversity & Inclusion

We don’t like to complicate things at MVH. If you are driven to perform, you’ll fit right in, it’s as simple as that really! We believe people’s differences are what make them great and actively seek out multiple approaches and perspectives. We’re passionate about building a culture where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic, whole self to work. 

We’re committed to the principles of equality and diversity, and we want to be a mutual for everyone. We have been awarded the prestigious Tai Pawb “Quality in Equality and Diversity” accreditation, but we know that we still have work to do. People from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities are currently under-represented in our mutual. We actively encourage people from these communities to apply for this and other roles within the organisation. We operate the Rooney rule and guarantee to interview all under-represented people who meet our essential criteria.

About Us

We are all about people, communities and delivering high quality affordable services. We are the first tenant and employee mutual housing association in Wales. The principles of mutuality guide what we do, from being a living wage employer and living rent landlord, to the mixed representation from tenants and employees we have within our uniquely designed governance structure. We are a successful organisation with great housing services, we have sound finances and believe in being efficient. You can read our latest Annual Report, Democratic Body Report to Members, and Value for Money statement by clicking here.

Our Benefits

Merthyr Valleys Homes is a great place to be! Find out about all our great benefits by clicking here. 