IT – Responsible Person (Part-time: 50%) / IT Manager (part-time: 50%)

About the job

The German School of Geneva (DSG) offers a complete educational pathway, from kindergarten to the German International Baccalaureate (Deutsches Internationales Abitur). It also provides German courses for children and adolescents and is an official examination centre of the Goethe-Institut.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a part-time (50%) IT Manager (M/F/X), starting from the 2026/2027 school year.

Job Description

By creating this position, DSG aims to sustainably internalise the operational IT management, digitisation, and development of its system environment. An external IT service provider will continue to intervene for certain clearly defined specialised tasks and as support when needed.

As the point of contact for all IT-related questions, you ensure a secure, economical, and future-oriented operation of the digital infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities

Operation and Development of the IT Infrastructure

You ensure the reliable operation of the IT infrastructure and continuously develop it. This notably includes:

• Administration and development of the network infrastructure and firewalls as well as implementation of security directives
• Ensuring the backup and data restoration strategy (local and cloud backups)
• Administration of Microsoft 365, user accounts, licences, and access rights
• Management of Apple/iPad devices and other terminals as well as device security
• Management and updating of documentation related to the entire IT environment

Support and Service

You assist staff and teachers with their technical questions and ensure effective IT service. This includes:

• First and second level support
• Installation and provision of hardware and software
• Management of workstations, printers, and mobile devices
• Integration of new employees

Digitisation and Project Management

You lead the school's digitisation projects and continuously develop the digital infrastructure in collaboration with the school management and administrative leadership. Key tasks include:

• Support and development of the school's internal software tools
• Integration and optimisation of digital school processes
• Evaluation and introduction of new software solutions
• Planning, management, and documentation of IT projects
• Development of decision-making bases for the administrative management and the executive committee

Management of External Service Providers

You coordinate collaboration with external IT partners and ensure effective use of agreed services. This notably includes:

• Prioritisation and escalation of support requests
• Management of the agreed hourly quota
• Management of suppliers (hardware, software, and licences)

Your Profile

You are an autonomous, committed, and versatile generalist IT professional with a solid technical background and an appreciation for responsibility.

Technical Skills

You have strong knowledge in several of the following areas:

• Microsoft 365 administration
• Network administration
• Firewall management
• IT security and IT infrastructures for medium-sized companies
• Backup and recovery strategies
• Workstation management (Endpoint Management)
• Management of Apple and iPad environments
• Documentation of IT infrastructures

Experience with the following solutions is an advantage:

• Classe365 / WebUntis
• Sophos
• 3CX or any other comparable VoIP telephony system

Professional Experience

You have several years of experience in a similar role, as a generalist IT professional or systems administrator.

You work independently, in a structured and solution-oriented manner, while remaining calm in demanding situations.

Personal Skills

You stand out by:

• A strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent service orientation
• Very good communication skills with diverse interlocutors
• Analytical thinking and a global vision
• A rigorous and organised working method
• An interest in documentation and knowledge management
• A keen interest in digitisation and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in German sufficient to conduct negotiations is desired; oral and written proficiency in French or English is an asset.

We Offer You

• A key position offering great autonomy and varied responsibilities
• The opportunity to actively contribute to the school's digital development
• Short decision-making channels and close collaboration with the Educational and Administrative Management
• A stimulating working environment within an international school
• Flexible work organisation within a 50% workload
• Support from external IT specialists for specific areas

Employment Conditions

• Workload: 50%
• Workplace: German School of Geneva
• Start date: to be agreed
• Salary according to the school's internal salary scale, within the existing IT budget

Application Procedure

The German School of Geneva encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, origin, religion, disability, or sexual identity.

If you identify with this profile and wish to actively participate in the development of the German School of Geneva, we look forward to receiving your application.

We are seeking a committed individual who appreciates responsibility, wishes to actively advance digital transformation, and contribute sustainably to the development of IT at the German School of Geneva.