PRESENTATION

Educo is a global development and humanitarian action NGO, a member of ChildFund Alliance. We work to ensure that children and adolescents fully enjoy their rights and live in safe and protective environments. We operate in the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Spain, promoting safe and inclusive digital environments aligned with our mission.

To further strengthen our digital modernization, we are looking for a Director of Digital Transformation, IT and Cybersecurity to align technology with organizational strategy, drive innovation with AI, translate technological capabilities into value and impact, be able to collaborate closely with other directors and areas, co-creating value and influencing strategic decisions, as well as develop technology teams with a strategic vision.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Lead Educo's Digital Transformation, IT, and Cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment between technological innovation, financial sustainability, information security, and organizational needs.
Oversee the Digital Transformation and IT teams and drive digital adoption across Educo's 16 countries of operation.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Strategy and Technological Innovation

• Define and implement the digital transformation strategy aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.

• Identify relevant technologies and innovations, assessing their value contribution and viability.

• Provide technical expertise to plan and monitor the digital roadmap.

• Ensuring the quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of the digital transformation.

• Analyze key data to support decision-making.

B. Team and project management

• Lead, distribute and supervise the Digital Transformation and IT teams.

• Ensure the use of scalable architectures and appropriate technologies (Power Platform, .NET, cloud computing).

• Ensure the correct technical execution of digital projects.

C. Change management and digital adoption

• Design and lead the digital adoption strategy across the entire organization, especially in the 16 countries of intervention.

• Promote the use of collaborative and AI tools, with a special focus on the Microsoft Teams environment.

• Coordinate with country and headquarters department representatives to ensure smooth and effective transitions.

D. Internal Coordination

• Optimize internal customer service through communication mechanisms and incident resolution.

• Establish smooth coordination with country IT teams.

• Collaborate with the Programs Department on proposals for education and digital protection.

E. Economic Management

• Control technological investment by making projections and financial sustainability analyses.

• Report periodically to the Non-Financial Investment Committee.

• Supervise technical and economic justifications for funders and audits.

F. Institutional representation, suppliers and collaborators

• Represent Educo in technological and sectoral forums.

• Participate in the selection, negotiation, and monitoring of technology providers.

• Maintain strong relationships with partners and participate in interdepartmental committees.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Training and experience

• Higher degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science or similar areas.

• Experience in digital transformation leadership.

• Experience in digital transformation plans, change management and global projects.

• Master's degrees and technological or project management certifications will be valued.

• Availability to travel (15%).

• Languages: Spanish and English (essential); French recommended.

• A valid work permit is required to work in the EU.

Technical knowledge

• Experience in development technologies and scalable architectures.

• Advanced knowledge of cloud computing (Azure; AWS or Google Cloud preferred).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform and .NET.

• Knowledge of BI solutions and experience with Salesforce CRM (desirable).

Key Competencies

• Strategic vision and ability to align technology with organizational objectives.

• Strong focus on internal customers (headquarters and countries).

• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams.

• Communication, negotiation and change management.

• Data-driven decision making and results orientation.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Management position in a strategic area with global impact.

• Participation in key projects in 16 countries.

• Innovative, collaborative and learning-oriented culture.

• Work flexibility, including the possibility of teleworking 3 days a week.

• Gross annual salary: from €50,000 to €55,000 depending on qualifications

SAFEGUARDS AND ETHICAL STANDARDS

Educo is actively committed to child protection. All staff must comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Selection processes include checks designed to ensure safe environments for children and adolescents.

How to apply

Those who meet the requirements and are interested in the position should submit their CV to cv@educo.org , indicating the reference DTD2026 in the subject line, before July 12, 2026. We will contact you as soon as possible if your experience matches the job requirements.