Fractional IT Manager
IT services consulting - Fractional IT Manager
The Consultant will provide ongoing IT and systems support services to Our Common Home and its associated entities, ensuring smooth day-to-day technical operations, reliable systems maintenance, user support and effective management of organisational data and digital infrastructure.
The support is intended to strengthen operational continuity, improve internal efficiency and ensure the organisation’s systems and tools remain functional, secure and appropriately maintained across a globally distributed team.
Scope of services
The Consultant will provide support across the following areas:
1. IT help desk and user support
Provide day-to-day technical support to team members across the organisation.
Troubleshoot hardware, software and systems-related issues.
Support onboarding and offboarding processes from an IT perspective.
Assist with account setup, permissions and access management.
Respond to and resolve user-reported technical issues in a timely manner.
Provide guidance to staff on the use of organisational tools and systems.
2. Systems administration and maintenance
Maintain and monitor core organisational systems and platforms.
Support ongoing maintenance, updates and troubleshooting across relevant IT infrastructure.
Ensure systems remain operational, functional and appropriately configured.
Coordinate with third-party providers or vendors where necessary.
Monitor system performance and proactively identify operational risks or inefficiencies.
3. Data management and organisation
Support the organisation, maintenance and integrity of organisational data and digital records.
Assist in structuring and maintaining shared drives, databases and internal documentation systems.
Support data hygiene and consistency across platforms and tools.
Assist with backup, recovery and data retention practices where relevant.
Contribute to improving internal data management processes and workflows.
4. Security and access management
Support implementation and maintenance of basic IT security practices.
Assist with user access management and permissions across systems.
Help monitor and reduce operational and security risks related to organisational systems and data.
Support secure handling and storage of organisational information.
5. Operational and technical support
Provide ad-hoc technical troubleshooting and operational support as needed.
Assist with setup and coordination of digital tools used across teams and projects.
Support improvements to internal workflows, automation or operational efficiency where appropriate.
Provide recommendations on systems improvements, integrations or technical solutions aligned with organisational needs.
Deliverables
The Consultant will provide:
Ongoing IT help desk and technical support services.
Maintenance and monitoring of organisational systems and digital infrastructure.
Support for onboarding/offboarding and user access management.
Data organisation, maintenance and related operational support.
Troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues across teams.
Recommendations for improvements to systems, workflows and IT practices where relevant.
Coordination with external IT vendors or providers where required.
Time commitment
The engagement will operate under a B2B consulting agreement structure.
The expected time commitment will initially be approximately 2–3 days per week.
Support will be provided on a flexible basis depending on organisational priorities and operational needs.
Work will be billed on a monthly basis.
Specific workload distribution and priorities may evolve over time based on organisational requirements and project demands.
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
About Our Common Home
our mission -
building the common good for the environment. Protecting the environment should be a mainstream issue. We support the local networks that can make that happen.
we increase support for protecting the environment, by empowering those who are currently left out of the conversation
We do that by:
Supporting local actors to take environmental action rooted in more mainstream values and interests.
Developing better, longer-lasting solutions that reflect the priorities of ordinary people.
Creating the space for decision-makers from across the political spectrum to lead on environmental issues on their own terms.
we respect and honor traditional values
We share the mainstream values of our partners. Our network is rooted in the communities where we work.
we trust people to find a way
Communities themselves are best placed to identify solutions to environmental issues that work for them.
we are rigorous and accountable
Our work is grounded in research of the highest standard. We continuously monitor, evaluate and learn from our work in order to drive towards the impact we seek.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our Common Home is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religion, and are committed to promoting equity in the workplace.