Description
Chief Information Officer plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the ICT strategies, plans and operations of an organisation to ensure the ICT infrastructure supports the organisation’s overall operations and priorities.
| Major Group | 1 – Managers |
| Sub-Major Group | 13 – Specialist Managers |
| Minor Group | 135 – ICT Managers |
| Unit Group | 1351 – ICT Managers |
Job Outlook
| Weekly Earnings | AUD 2766 |
| Work full-time hours | 97% |
| Growth expected in the next 5 years | Strong |
| Gender share | 10% Female, 90% Male |
| Average full-time | 49 Hours |
| Skill level rating | high skill |
| Average Age | Males: 44.5 |
| Females: 41.2 | |
| Persons: 43.5 | |
| Employed | 3800 |
Alternative Titles
- – Chief Technology Officer
Skill Priority in 2023
The Skills Priority List (SPL) offers an elaborate perspective on professions experiencing a shortage at a national level and within individual states and territories in Australia. Additionally, the SPL provides insight into the projected demand for various occupations in the future.
- S: Shortage
- NS: No Shortage
- R: Regional Shortage
Chief Information Officer 135111
| National | NSW | VIC | QLD | SA | WA | TAS | NT | ACT | Future Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | At Economy-Wide Average |
Unit Group: 1351 ICT MANAGERS
Occupations in Unit Group 1351
- – Chief Information Officer 135111
- – ICT Project Manager 135112
- – ICT Managers nec 135199
Unit Group 1351 comprises various occupations related to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) management as classified by ACS ANZSCO code. These roles include Chief Information Officer, ICT Project Manager, and other ICT Managers not classified under any other specific category. Each role is critical in planning, implementing, and overseeing an organisation’s ICT strategies, projects, and operations. Their responsibilities range from managing the ICT infrastructure to coordinating and directing teams to ensure that the organisation’s objectives are met efficiently and effectively.
Skill Level Requirement
Skill Level: 1
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. However, the ANZSCO Skill Level Classification required for this position can vary depending on the organisation’s size, complexity, and industry. CIOs are generally expected to have extensive knowledge and experience in IT management and strategy and strong leadership and communication skills.
Skills Assessment Authority
ACS (Australian Computer Society)
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is a professional association for the information and communication technology (ICT) industry in Australia. Founded in 1966, the ACS has over 42,000 members, including IT professionals, researchers, educators, and students.The ACS aims to promote excellence in the ICT profession, advance the use of technology for the benefit of society, and advocate for policies and initiatives that support the growth and development of the industry in Australia.
Task to Perform for Chief Information Officer
- Working with stakeholders to identify and understand business needs and requirements
- Conducting research and analysis to identify potential solutions and improvements
- Developing and documenting business requirements and functional specifications
- Facilitating workshops and meetings to gather and validate requirements
- Developing and maintaining project documentation, such as project plans, schedules, and status reports
- Collaborating with technical teams to ensure that solutions align with business needs and requirements
- Conducting testing and quality assurance activities to ensure that solutions meet requirements and are fit for purpose
Main Industries
- PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (30.9%)
- FINANCIAL AND INSURANCE SERVICES (12.4%)
- INFORMATION MEDIA AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS (8.8%)
- PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SAFETY (6.3%)
- OTHER INDUSTRIES (36.7%)
English Requirement
| English Language Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Minimum Score of 6 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 7 in Speaking and 7 Overall |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | OET result with a Minimum Grade B in all sections |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | Minimum Score (Learning: 12, Reading: 13, Writing: 21, Speaking: 23 and Overall 93) |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Minimum Score of 50 (Learning, Reading, Writing), 65 in Speaking and 65 Overall |
Exceptions
- Some states or territories have exceptions for Australian graduates
- Specific requirements may apply to the Priority Skilled Lists in some states / territories
- Candidates from countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, New Zealand, and Ireland are not required to submit IELTS or OET
However, if mandatory licensing or registration requires English proficiency, applicants must meet either the licensing / registration criteria or a minimum IELTS or equivalent level, whichever is higher.