Information Communication Technology Steering Committee | City of Darwin

Purpose

The City of Darwin Information Communication Technology Steering Committee is established in accordance with section 82 of the Local Government Act 2019. The purpose of the Committee is to ensure accountability and governance oversight of the ICT function, with a particular focus on assessment and monitoring of ICT projects, decision making and outcomes. In addition, the governance and oversight of ICT Infrastructure, Networks and Security.

Functions

The Committee will undertake the following key responsibilities and functions:

Oversee the implementation of the ICT Roadmap of upcoming projects and provision of ICT infrastructure, networks and security
Consider, evaluate and provide commercial, financial and risk recommendations regarding ICT projects and investment in future Information Technology (IT) capability
Provide guidance and recommendations regarding strategic investment priorities, decision making and project methodologies, and provide advice to Chief Executive Officer
Provide oversight and monitoring of IT implementation programs and schedules including the identification of key risks and dependencies and provide appropriate solutions and mitigation strategies that consider overarching return on ICT investments

Committee Members

Membership will consist of:

Four (4) external members:
- One (1) of whom will be the Chair of the Risk Management and Audit Committee
- At least one (1) be qualified or have significant business experience in the field of ICT governance and project management
- At least one (1) be qualified or have significant business experience in the field of commercial finanace and contract management
One (1) Elected Member and one (1) alternate Elected Member
The Lord May may attend as an ex-officio