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WomenWise

Interim CDIO

Hybrid

England, United kingdom

Freelance

06-05-2025

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Job Specifications

An exciting interim opportunity has opened up for a Chief Digital Information Officer to lead digital and tech strategy supporting two local authorities in the South of England. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this role is pivotal in shaping digital innovation and driving high-performing tech services across both councils.

What you'll do:
Lead the IT and Digital function, ensuring robust, user-focused service delivery and performance
Set and steer the digital and data strategy, aligned with the goals of both councils
Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, councillors, and external partners
Champion a culture of collaboration and high performance across two diverse teams

What we’re looking for:
A proven leader with a track record of delivering impactful digital transformation in complex environments
Deep experience in public sector or similarly political environments, with strong stakeholder management skills
Confident managing hybrid, geographically dispersed teams while promoting unity and a shared vision
Commercially minded, with an eye for improving efficiency and user experience

This is a great fit for someone who brings both strategic vision and operational rigour, and who knows how to lead with clarity, creativity and confidence in a complex, multi-stakeholder setting.

If you are interested, please apply with your latest CV.

Rate is negotiable depending on experience and will be inside IR35.
You will be required to be based across two sites on a hybrid office / home working basis so must be happy to travel to sites when required (South of the UK).

About the Company

The future of technology and data will shape how we live, work, and connect. To ensure it’s a future that works for everyone, we need diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and inclusive leadership. WomenWise exists to ensure that women are not only part of this transformation but are empowered to lead it. Our mission is to break down systemic barriers, amplify diverse voices, and create an ecosystem where women thrive, innovate, and inspire meaningful change. We are building a community where every woman feels seen and valued, ... Know more