Zurich IT Systems Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant experience managing digital platforms or software applications across their lifecycle, including development, maintenance, and improvement.
• Experience coordinating agile software development and working with external developers or technical vendors.
• Good understanding of system architecture, platform design, and digital platform development, with experience contributing to systems improvements, redesign or redevelopment initiatives.
• Experience translating user needs into technical requirements and system development priorities.
• Experience managing technology budgets, contracts, and supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement improvements to system functionality.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to bridge technical and non-technical audiences.
• Understanding of data protection, system security, and digital governance considerations.
• Interest in climate resilience, sustainability, or international development is an advantage.
• Proficiency in English.

Platform Ownership and Strategic Development

• Lead the strategic management and development of the CRMC platform, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of programme teams and practitioners.
• Develop and maintain a platform development roadmap, identifying priorities for system improvements, upgrades, and future development.
• Ensure the platform evolves in line with the needs of the Zurich Foundation and Climate Resilience Alliance partners.

System Development and Lifecycle Management

• Support the management of supplier relationships and contracts, including monitoring service delivery and contributing to contract discussions where required.
• Translate user and organisational requirements into clear functional specifications and development priorities.

Vendor and Budget Management

• Manage relationships with external developers and technology providers, ensuring delivery of high-quality system development and support.
• Support the management of supplier relationships and contracts, including monitoring service delivery and contributing to contract discussions where required.
• Manage the CRMC platform development budget, ensuring resources are prioritised effectively and developer costs are monitored and approved.

To apply, click the following here. Please submit your application by 19 July.