Damien McDowall

Background

About Damien McDowall

A passionate information systems and IT infrastructure manager with deep experience throughout the Asia-Pacific region coordinating and directing business-focused teams and projects in the supply of IT services and the management of company information. A highly motivated, quality-driven individual, who enjoys meeting the challenges facing organisations in complex and very competitive markets. Proven abilities in: » Effective supply of all organisational IT services including desktop support, licensing, networking, VoIP systems, security management, policy creation, procurement, business continuity & disaster recovery as well as management, support, development and integration of key business information systems (including CRM, project management, finance, contract management, sales quotation, HR/payroll & document management systems). » Directing successful IT infrastructure and information projects. » Negotiation, selection and partnership development of key, strategic vendors. » Fostering relationships and effectively managing across multiple business stakeholders. » Recruiting and leading successful operational teams. » Improving business decisions and strategic planning within the organisation through the growth and supply of information contained within its information systems. » Creation of balanced, business-focused strategic plans as well as other strategic documents including budgets.