About the RSPCA

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Queensland (RSPCA Qld) is the state’s leading animal welfare charity, dedicated to improving the lives of all domestic, farmed and native animals throughout Queensland. Formed in 1883 in Queensland, animals have been turning to us for nearly 140 years. Read our history here.

RSPCA Queensland is a non-government, community based charity.

Position Objective

The CIO is responsible for setting the strategic direction and ensuring the effective delivery of all information and technology (I&T) services across RSPCA Queensland. This role will drive digital transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, enable data-driven decision-making and ensure the organisation’s technology capability effectively supports its mission to prevent cruelty to animals.

The CIO is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), partnering with stakeholders across the organisation to align technology strategy with organisational priorities, ensure operational excellence and build future-ready systems.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Innovation
Provide strategic direction for RSPCA Queensland’s IT capabilities, aligning technology initiatives with organisational goals. Drive innovation and change management to deliver long-term digital transformation and operational excellence.

Operational Oversight and Governance
Lead IT operations, ensuring system reliability, cost-efficiency and compliance with legal and industry standards. Manage vendor contracts, budget allocation and service-level agreements to support business needs.

Cybersecurity, Risk and Compliance
Ensure robust cybersecurity frameworks, data privacy and risk management practices are in place. Oversee business continuity and disaster recovery planning aligned with evolving threats and compliance requirements.

Project and Program Management
Lead enterprise-wide IT projects from planning through execution, ensuring scope, timelines and resources are effectively managed. Integrate technology systems to improve customer service and organisational impact.

People Leadership and Capability Development
Foster a high-performing IT team culture, nurturing growth and capability development. Empower staff across the organisation by enhancing digital literacy and supporting cross-functional collaboration.

Data Strategy and Analytics Enablement
Develop and advance data strategy to support evidence-based decision-making. Promote effective data governance, analysis and insight generation across the organisation.

Key Competencies

• Adaptability and Effectiveness: Demonstrate agility in adapting to changing technologies and business needs. Take initiative, make timely decisions and promote a culture of continuous learning.

• Analysis and Problem Solving: Apply strategic planning and analytical thinking to solve complex IT challenges and deliver efficient, innovative solutions.

• Business Acumen: Maintain strong commercial awareness with a focus on results. Deliver customer-oriented IT solutions that support organisational impact and sustainability.

• Emotional Intelligence: Exhibit integrity, accountability and ethical leadership. Role model professional conduct and uphold organisational values.

• Leading Others: Build and lead high-performing teams. Develop staff potential, manage performance effectively and foster stakeholder engagement across all levels.

• Presentation and Personal Brand: Confidently present complex technical strategies to executive and board audiences, articulating insights with clarity and professionalism.

• Successful Communication: Engage effectively across teams and external stakeholders. Demonstrate excellence in verbal and written communication, negotiation and relationship-building.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business or related field.

• Relevant certifications such as ITIL, COBIT, PMP or cybersecurity certifications are highly desirable.

• Proven experience in senior IT leadership, preferably in purpose-driven or complex multi-site environments.

• Demonstrated success in delivering IT strategies, digital transformation and innovation initiatives.

• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity, data governance and legal compliance in IT operations.

• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement and team development capabilities.

Requirements

To be considered, please provide the following information in your online application, for the assessment of your suitability:

• A short (no more than two pages) statement focusing on how you align with the core accountabilities outlined in the position description.

• Your current CV highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, and achievements.

If you need assistance with your application please reach out to us.

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Applications close midnight Monday 2nd June 2025