Chief Technology Officer

by | Mar 8, 2023 | Uncategorized

Job Description

CTO

Remote

Full Time

Experienced

GreenBiz Group is a fast-growing media and events company that accelerates a just transition to a clean economy. Through events that galvanize, stories that amplify and peer networks that bond, we define markets and advance opportunities at the intersection of business, technology and sustainability. We are a passionate team of people that builds and empowers communities to confront the threats of climate change and solve the thorniest challenges of our time.

Position

Driven by our strong growth trajectory, GreenBiz is at an exciting inflection point in its journey in confronting the climate crisis. We are looking to bring on a newly created role of CTO to lead on building a peer networking platform and related digital online learning platform to expand our reach and drive new revenue streams. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Technology Officer is GreenBiz’s top technology leader, responsible for developing and executing our technology strategy and operations, and bringing tech insights to help shape the business direction. In this role, you will have the chance to leverage your technical know-how and business acumen to create and lead out platform development for digital media products, recommend internal systems and new processes across the organization and shape the product vision and roadmap for the company.

You will lead a team of technology professionals while working closely with internal and external stakeholders to build best-in-class digital platforms and products. You have a natural sense of curiosity, comfort with ambiguity, and a commitment to using data, analytics and user feedback to constantly iterate and improve our product offerings and processes. You put people first, value and seek out diversity, and are a strong collaborator. Further, you have the ability to translate strategy into action and the ability to communicate complex technology issues in an easily digestible way.

Job Responsibilities include:

Strategy and Vision (70%)

  • Create the vision, strategy, timelines and project management for the development and deployment of all technology platforms, products and services, working closely with the product team, market leads and all key stakeholders to ensure superior results that align with business goals
  • Take the long and short view of both business and tech priorities to ensure there is a clear direction and prioritization for the team
  • Participate as key stakeholder and technology lead on new product and platform development and evolution of existing products, including
    • Online learning and peer networking platforms
    • Customer data platform (CDP)
    • Event websites
    • Newsletters
  • Clearly articulate the organization’s technical vision and roadmap to key stakeholders, the executive team and across the company. Present goals, wins, and progress updates regularly
  • Lead the development and management of all customer-facing websites, ensuring superior user experience

People Management (20%)

  • Manage budget and resource allocation
  • Create and lead the tech organization, including internal team members, external development resources and third-party providers
  • Attract, develop, and retain a high performing and diverse team to meet the current and evolving needs of the business through effective hiring, training and coaching (e.g. performing 1:1s, performance reviews, code reviews as needed and career coaching)
  • Champion a data-driven team culture that strives for innovation, excellence, agility and inclusion
  • Responsible for vendor strategy and selection

Internal Tools Management (10%)

  • Stay current on emerging technologies and industry best practices to consistently evaluate and implement new approaches, technologies, systems and infrastructure
  • In collaboration with the IT Manager, oversee internal IT systems and infrastructure and provide training to empower users and support the growth of the business
  • Manage and support teams in effectively using third-party software

Requirements

  • 15+ years of strategic technology experience with at least 5 years in senior or similar-level capacity at high-growth organizations
  • Strong technical and data knowledge, background and understanding of current tech trends
  • Proven experience hiring, leading and building strong, high-performing tech teams
  • Deep knowledge and experience building customer-facing digital platforms and products
  • Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills, including the ability to bring people along with your vision
  • Demonstrated advocacy for and understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice in the workplace
  • Ability to thrive working in a fast-paced, innovative environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient
  • Ability to prepare and achieve a realistic annual operational and investment plan that supports business growth
  • Clear track record of successfully implementing platforms and technologies that are scalable and deliver meaningful business value

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