Head of Technical

1 week ago

Bristol, United Kingdom FISITA Full time

Job Description


Role: Head of Technical

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: Chief Technology Officer

Hours: 35 hours per week, remote working (UK based) with quarterly in-person meetings, events attendance (one to three per year)

Salary: Dependent upon experience

Holidays: 25 days per annum (commencing)


FISITA is the international membership organisation for the technology of mobility community. FISITA brings together mobility systems leaders and engineers through a mix of digital and in-person engagement, including conferences and online working groups, as well as publishing special reports, white papers and other information relevant to its members. FISITA’s membership includes professional engineering societies and corporate members, including leading stakeholders in the automotive, technology, and mobility sectors.


Job Summary


Reporting to FISITA’s Chief Technology Officer, the Head of Technical will lead the day-to-day delivery of articles, reports, white papers, research, and other technical content and output for FISITA members and the wider technology of mobility community, as well as internal stakeholders.


This is not an IT or software-related role; the Head of Technical will support the CTO in the delivery of the technical objectives of FISITA, including the generation of all technical content produced by FISITA through its Expert Groups, events, committees and special projects; engage with engineers and engineering leaders at member companies and strategic partners; and act as a technology advisor to the broader staff team, ensuring colleagues are well supported and advised as they progress plans to delivery with highly relevant outcomes.


Key Responsibilities


Work closely with the CTO to develop and deliver a high-quality portfolio of technical content for the global technology of mobility community.


Manage the operational delivery of the FISITA Expert Group programme, leading to world-class output.


Liaise with technical contacts at member companies and associated organisations.


Manage the creation of a series of technical explainers published as FISITA Technical Briefings, researching topics and content, and working with an international team of technical experts drawn from FISITA membership and strategic partners.


Develop the discoverability and status of FISITA technical papers and thought leadership content, manage the FISITA Digital Library, and develop it as a reference resource for the technology of mobility community.


Manage FISITA members’ technical engagement on FISITA Connect, FISITA’s exclusive member platform.


Serve as an advisor to senior leadership and the FISITA staff team on developments in the technology of mobility and provide relevant support and guidance toward technical programme development for FISITA events and related activities.


Support the CTO with operational management of the FISITA Industry & Technical Committee and the FISITA International Strategy Group, coordinating the work of each group and developing opportunities which add value to the FISITA technical agenda.


Support the conception, development, and delivery of additional virtual and hybrid FISITA initiatives.


Personal Specification


Essential

  • Knowledge of the global automotive industry and its evolution into the mobility era.
  • Self-motivated and proactive with a strong desire to achieve individual and team KPIs. Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines whilst retaining professional composure.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience in providing direct support to senior management. Proven track record of working collaboratively across an organisation.
  • Ability to use a range of appropriate numerical and graphical skills in combination to generate content, measure progress, and achieve goals and targets. Exceptional organisational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  • The ability to accept responsibility for own area of work, identifying critical elements and working in a solution-focused way to achieve required outcomes.
  • Willingness to contribute with a strong team ethic.
  • The ability to work effectively with volunteers and supporters to deliver business goals.
  • Positive and flexible work attitude, demonstrating alignment with company values and mission.


Desirable

  • Experience of working in an international organisation.
  • Experience and working knowledge of membership organisations.
  • Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector, preferably a technical or membership organisation.
  • Experience and proven ability writing technical content for publication e.g. consultan.
  • Willingness to travel internationally.
  • Second language.

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