Job Description

Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 per annum, based on experience

Contract: Permanent, working 37.5 hours per week

Location: St Edmund House, Bishop Crispian Way, Portsmouth, PO1 3QA

Travel requirement:

Must be able to travel across the Diocese

Are you a technically skilled IT professional with a heart for service and a passion for digital transformation? Would you like to use your expertise to make a difference in the life and mission of the Church?

The

Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth

is a welcoming and mission-focused diocese covering Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, the Channel Islands, and parts of Berkshire, Dorset and Oxfordshire. Led by Bishop Philip Egan, we are committed to renewing and strengthening the Church through formation, evangelisation, and service. With over 90 parishes, schools, and a range of pastoral and charitable initiatives, we offer a vibrant and purposeful environment for professionals who want to use their skills to support the Church's mission.

This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.

We are looking for a highly motivated IT Manager to lead the Diocese's technology strategy, act as the lead client for our outsourced IT service, and support the development of secure, modern, and effective digital systems across our central teams and parishes.

This is a pivotal role in shaping how we use technology to serve the Church, from upgrading systems and managing digital risks, to championing the use of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and new technologies including AI.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

: Oversee IT infrastructure and act as the main contact for outsourced IT services, driving upgrades and innovation.

System Standardisation

: Implement consistent hardware, software, and connectivity solutions across the Diocese.

Cyber Security & Continuity

: Develop disaster recovery plans, monitor threats, and ensure robust security measures.

Project & Systems Development

: Support new system rollouts, champion Microsoft 365 and SharePoint, and manage ethical AI adoption.

Data Protection

: Ensure GDPR compliance and assist with audits and data requests.

Training & Reporting

: Deliver IT training, maintain documentation, and present reports to leadership.

Risk Management

: Identify and mitigate IT risks, maintain risk registers, and lead incident response.

Essential

Recognised IT qualification Competent in TIA, Microsoft Certified, ITIL Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cyber security, and networks Demonstrated experience of managing outsourced IT services Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Proven ability to lead change and deliver complex projects Ability to support and train non-technical users Strong report writing and confident presentation skills

Desirable

Degree in IT or related discipline or equivalent level Experience working in a church, charity or not-for-profit setting Experience with AI technologies in business applications Familiarity with telecoms procurement and systems Experience supporting data protection compliance Certification in project management (e.g., Prince2, Agile)

Applicant Information

Employee benefits include 25 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) plus bank holidays, life assurance and employee wellbeing programme, and contributory pension scheme.

If you are inspired by the idea of working in a values-driven environment where your efforts will have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

Come and be part of our mission!

How to Apply

Please send a comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae with a covering letter setting out your suitability for the role and motivation in applying to recruitment@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk Please state '

IT Manager

' in the subject line of your email.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7th January 2026

We encourage an early application as we may close this advertisement at our discretion before the date stated, if a high number of applicants apply.

You will be notified shortly after the closing date, should we wish to progress your application and invite you to an interview.

The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.

You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person