IT & Systems Manager

New role at SPANA

Permanent Contract; Flexible working

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 pa depending on skills and experience.

SPANA (The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the global charity for the working animals of the world. Since our foundation in 1923, we have worked to support the welfare of working animals, including horses, donkeys, mules, oxen, dogs and camels. We value compassion, respect, and empathy for working animals and our mission is to transform the welfare of working animals in a world where animals, people and the environment are respected and thrive.

We are looking for a proactive and skilled IT & SYSTEMS Manager to join our team.

This varied new role as IT & SYSTEMS Manager includes:

ensuring our IT infrastructure and services support the organisation s needs while enabling teams to work effectively, securely, and collaboratively.

leading the day-to-day management of our IT service provider relationship and playing a central role in scoping, sourcing, and implementing new software solutions.

enhancing cyber security, ensuring readiness for Cyber Essentials accreditation.

researching opportunities to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) tools to improve efficiency.

overseeing the management of SharePoint, hardware, and system issues, while driving continuous improvement in IT systems and processes.

The successful candidate will have:

• A relevant IT degree or apprenticeship/NVQ
• Proven experience in IT management or a similar role, including managing relationships with external service providers.
• A strong and practical understanding of managing IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, networks, and security for a remote workforce of 60 in the UK and globally.
• Experience in improving and maintaining cyber security and familiarity with Cyber Essentials requirements or equivalent frameworks.
• Strong troubleshooting and project management and skills, with the ability to scope, plan, and deliver IT projects effectively.
• The ability to work collaboratively and successfully with other teams and external global partners.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.
• A passion for animal health and welfare.

Experience working in the not for profit sector, familiarity with cloud services and working knowledge of French or Arabic would be ideal.

Benefits include:

• 34.5 hour week; 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays; generous company pension scheme paying 10% of salary for employee contributing 5%; healthcare cash plan with Medicash; enhanced EAP; volunteer day programme.

Flexible Working: London office (Borough High Street) or remote. If remote, employees must normally visit the London office or other locations for meetings or events once a month at their own cost.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Send a CV and cover letter/email (no more than two pages) to with IT & SYSTEMS MANAGER in the subject line.

2. Job description and Person specification available on our website.

3. Deadline: 23:59 GMT on 26 March 2025.

4. Main interviews will take place the week of the 31 March.

5. Applications without a cover letter/email explaining how you meet the requirements for the role will not be considered.

6. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of your employment.