Digital Capability Manager

Are you looking to make a difference by supporting people who are blind or have low vision?

With over 300 employees and around 6,000 volunteers the Blind Foundation is New Zealand’s leading provider of services and support to people who are blind or have low vision. One of New Zealand’s most trusted and iconic Not for Profit organisations, we need a Digital Capability Manager to join us.

Are you passionate about executing organisational wide digital training programs?

You will help the organisation achieve our vision of a “life without limits” for New Zealanders who are blind or who have low vision.

We are currently seeking an experienced Digital Capability Manager to be based in our Awhina House, Auckland office. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) position. You will be required to travel to other parts of New Zealand to deliver training as a part of the role.

As a part of the wider Digital and Information Technology Team, the Digital Capability Manager’s focus is to create and execute an organisation wide digital training program and technical support center. As an experienced staff member, you will mentor more junior staff members, provide support, and lead projects assigned. Ongoing reviews of training, support tools and engagement with 3^rd party suppliers will also form a big part of the role.

What we are looking for:

• University degree in a relevant field of teaching/training or IT.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of IT gained from on the job experience.
• 10 years + experience delivering adult training in technology.

• Significant experience in execution of IT training strategies.

• Experience with the Salesforce platform and all related Salesforce products.

• A passion for new technology and the initiative to bring new ideas or get involved in projects.

• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.

Become part of a friendly, supportive, collaborative team that works together. Comprehensive induction, on-going training and professional development will be provided.

We also offer a varied, interesting and challenging role within a progressive, professional and respected organisation .

Become an ambassador for the Blind Foundation!  Our staff take an active interest and participate in fundraising and volunteer opportunities.

If you believe you have what we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Please submit a formal application through our Careers Portal, where you can also view the position description. If you have any questions please contact our Recruitment Team on 09 355 7135.

Applications close at Friday 11 January 2019.

The Blind Foundation welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages suitably qualified people who are blind or who have low vision to apply for roles within the organisation.

Please note that this position is currently being filled by someone in a temporary capacity who will be eligible to apply for the position.