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Chief Information Officer
The Royal Children's Hospital. Develop and drive RCH’s digital and technology strategy aligned with clinical and organisational objectives .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading digital transformation initiatives within the healthcare sector, focusing on technology strategy, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency. Proven ability to manage large teams and budgets while delivering measurable clinical and operational benefits.
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Digital Transformation LeadershipCybersecurity ManagementBudget ManagementHealth Data GovernanceAI Implementation
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Hard Skills
Information TechnologyComputer ScienceChange ManagementDigital Portfolio DeliveryHospital System ImplementationTechnology Solution DeliveryVendor ManagementContract ManagementAdvanced AnalyticsHealth Management
Soft Skills
Team DevelopmentRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsStakeholder EngagementLeadership
Tools & Technologies
EMRMedical EquipmentPatient Booking SystemsICT FunctionsPredictive Analytics
Certifications & Qualifications
National Criminal Record CheckWorking with Children CheckImmunisation History Statement
Industry Keywords
HealthcareGovernmentRegulated EnvironmentVictorian Department of HealthClinical Outcomes
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and drive RCH’s digital and technology strategy aligned with clinical and organisational objectives
- Plan, organise and execute all ICT functions and cybersecurity
- Oversee infrastructure, applications and development of new technical solutions
- Champion responsible and innovative technology use to improve patient safety, clinical outcomes, staff experience and operational efficiency
- Govern the digital and technology portfolio to deliver sustainable clinical and operational value
- Lead approximately 45 FTE in the digital and technology workforce
- Manage a significant ICT budget
- Drive responsible adoption of emerging technologies including AI and predictive analytics
- Set and drive RCH’s Digital and ICT Strategy
- Deliver measurable clinical, operational and financial benefits from the digital portfolio
- Lead cybersecurity and technology risk management
- Partner with clinical leaders to co-design digital solutions and support AI adoption
- Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing digital and technology workforce
- Represent RCH in government, research and industry forums
- Report to the Executive Director Digital Health & Chief Allied Health Officer
Requirements
What you’ll need- Tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years’ senior leadership experience in ICT or digital leadership roles
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
- Experience leading large-scale digital transformation in a complex health, government or similarly regulated environment
- Proven change management and enterprise digital portfolio delivery experience
- Hospital system implementation experience is highly regarded
- Experience delivering complex technology solutions within limited budgets and timelines
- Strong budget management, vendor and contract management skills
- Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks, health data governance and legislative compliance in the Australian health context
- Understanding of health-sector technologies, including EMR, medical equipment and patient booking systems
- Experience with shared, outsourced and in-house systems
- Ability to build relationships with clinical staff, executives, boards and government stakeholders
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Current National Criminal Record Check, or willingness to obtain one
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Compliance with RCH’s Staff Immunisation procedure
- Annual influenza vaccination requirement for Category A and B roles, unless medically exempt
- Australian Government Immunisation History Statement required
- Compliance with other vaccination or immunity directions, unless exempt
- Successful completion of background checks including reference checks
- Postgraduate qualifications in health management or business administration (MBA) are desirable
- Paediatric, tertiary or academic medical centre experience is desirable
- Familiarity with Victorian Department of Health digital health programs is desirable
- Experience implementing AI or advanced analytics in a clinical setting is desirable
- Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Salary packaging
- Early Learning Centre childcare
- Parkville location and close to public transport
- Discounted on-site car parking
- Award-winning health and wellbeing program
- World-class facilities surrounded by Royal Park
- Diverse and inclusive workforce
- Superannuation (plus salary, in line with Award)