Macquarie University has named Jonathan Covell as its new Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO), marking an important leadership change in the university’s IT department. Covell, who previously served as Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO), stepped into the role after the departure of Tim Hume, the former CIDO. Covell expressed his enthusiasm for this new role on LinkedIn, emphasizing his familiarity with the university’s culture of innovation and commitment to exploring novel technological solutions.
Positive outcomes in complex technology environments
In his statement, Covell highlighted his intention to empower the university’s IT team to innovate, adopt new technologies, and adapt to the evolving needs of stakeholders. He also stressed the importance of building a strong service delivery culture to ensure that the university remains agile in the face of the rapidly changing higher education landscape. Macquarie University’s Vice President for People and Services, Nicole Gower, commended Covell’s extensive experience in healthcare and higher education and his ability to deliver positive outcomes in complex technology environments. His appointment reflects the university’s confidence in its internal talent and IT team’s accomplishments over the past five years.
Understanding of both the university’s culture and the complexities of the healthcare sector
Jonathan Covell’s journey to the role of CIDO at Macquarie University began in 2013 when he joined as a legal researcher. Throughout his career, he has gained valuable experience in the healthcare industry, including roles at NSW Health, the Australian Digital Health Agency, and Telstra Health. He rejoined Macquarie University in 2019 and has since held key positions, including portfolio director for health and finance. His diverse background and deep understanding of both the university’s culture and the complexities of the healthcare sector make him well-suited to lead the university’s IT strategy and digital transformation efforts.
