ROLE PURPOSE
The Head of Digital Transformation spearheads the organization’s digital transformation strategy, serving as the pivotal liaison between business leadership, operational departments, and technology teams. This position delivers strategic guidance, establishes robust governance frameworks, and oversees digital initiatives to ensure seamless alignment with key organizational priorities and quantifiable business results across retail, commercial, supply, distribution, and corporate functions.
The role is pivotal in uncovering digital prospects, crafting transformation roadmaps, allocating investments strategically, and overseeing intricate cross-functional projects to ensure widespread adoption throughout the organization. The successful candidate will spearhead advancements in digital innovation, process refinement, automation, and data-centric decision-making while fostering robust governance, heightened cybersecurity vigilance, and strict adherence to regulatory requirements in a tightly controlled operational landscape.
The position entails executing a range of duties encompassing strategic planning, operational oversight, and performance evaluation to ensure organizational objectives are met. Key responsibilities include analyzing data to identify trends, implementing process improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and innovation. The role requires proficiency in project management, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, the position demands adherence to compliance standards, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous professional development to maintain high performance standards.
We are responsible for aligning business strategies with digital initiatives to drive growth and innovation. This role requires a deep understanding of both business operations and digital technologies, ensuring seamless integration between strategic objectives and technological advancements. Key responsibilities include developing and executing digital transformation roadmaps, identifying opportunities for process optimization through digital solutions, and fostering collaboration between business units and IT teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in digital tools, and the ability to translate complex business challenges into actionable technology strategies.
Forge collaborative partnerships with executive leadership and business unit leaders to gain insight into strategic priorities, operational hurdles, and transformation prospects.
Develop structured digital initiatives that align with business objectives to drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and improve customer experience.
Offer expert recommendations on technology-driven initiatives spanning fuel operations, logistics, supply chain management, commercial activities, and corporate functions.
Assess and enhance business requirements to ensure they deliver optimal value and remain closely aligned with the organization’s strategic goals.
Act as the main liaison for digital transformation projects throughout the entire organization.
We are seeking to develop and execute a comprehensive Digital Transformation Strategy & Roadmap to modernize our technological infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth. This initiative requires a thorough assessment of current digital capabilities, identification of key areas for improvement, and the establishment of clear, actionable milestones to ensure seamless implementation. The strategy will prioritize the integration of cutting-edge technologies, alignment with business objectives, and the fostering of a culture of innovation and agility across the organization. Additionally, it will include robust risk management measures, stakeholder engagement plans, and performance metrics to monitor progress and measure success.
Spearhead the creation, rollout, and ongoing refinement of the organization’s strategic digital transformation roadmap.
Align digital strategies with overarching business goals, key operational priorities, and the organization’s long-term strategic vision to ensure cohesive and impactful execution.
Explore avenues to digitally transform processes, streamline workflows, implement automation solutions, and improve operational transparency to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Stay abreast of evolving technologies and market developments within the oil and gas industry, covering areas such as automation, advanced data analytics, mobile innovations, artificial intelligence, and the integration of operational technologies.
Assist top-tier leadership in establishing and conveying the organization’s strategic digital direction and key transformation initiatives.
Portfolio Management & Governance involves overseeing and optimizing an organization’s project and program investments to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and maximize value delivery. This role requires assessing and prioritizing initiatives based on risk, return, resource allocation, and feasibility, while establishing robust governance frameworks to monitor performance, ensure compliance, and facilitate informed decision-making. Responsibilities include developing portfolio strategies, defining clear governance policies, managing stakeholder engagement, and implementing metrics to track progress and outcomes. The position demands strong analytical skills, proficiency in portfolio management methodologies, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
To develop and oversee a well-organized portfolio of digital transformation initiatives across the enterprise.
Create prioritization frameworks that account for business value, operational impact, risk factors, regulatory mandates, and resource constraints to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
Compile executive reports, business cases, and decision-support materials for governance forums and steering committees.
Oversee portfolio performance and resource allocation to enhance organizational value.
Monitor initiative progress, dependencies, risks, budgets, and anticipated results to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
Experienced leaders sought to guide and oversee digital program and project initiatives with strategic vision and operational excellence. Responsible for aligning cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and delivering transformative outcomes that drive innovation and efficiency. Must demonstrate proficiency in agile methodologies, budget administration, and risk mitigation to ensure successful project execution. Excellent communication and leadership skills required to inspire collaboration and navigate complex challenges.
Drive end-to-end digital transformation initiatives at an enterprise scale, shepherding programs from conceptualization to full implementation and seamless adoption across the organization.
Establish governance frameworks, define strategic objectives, set milestones, allocate budgets, and determine success metrics for transformation programs.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, technology teams, external vendors, and implementation partners to ensure seamless project execution.
Oversee the execution of programs to ensure they remain aligned with established timelines, allocated budgets, and defined quality benchmarks.
Proactively assess potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies to ensure seamless project execution.
Facilitate accountability and foster collaboration among diverse functions and business units to ensure cohesive performance and shared objectives.
Experts in organizational transition and user adoption strategies are sought to spearhead change initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of new processes, technologies, or methodologies across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in designing and executing comprehensive change management frameworks, coupled with the ability to drive employee engagement and mitigate resistance. Responsibilities include assessing organizational readiness, developing tailored communication plans, providing hands-on training, and measuring the success of adoption efforts through key performance indicators. A strong background in project management, excellent interpersonal skills, and the capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams are essential for this role.
Design and execute strategic change management initiatives to facilitate the seamless integration and adoption of digital solutions throughout the organization.
Foster collaboration with business leaders and end users across the transformation journey to cultivate commitment and a sense of ownership.
Coordinate communication initiatives, engage stakeholders, deliver training programs, and facilitate user enablement activities to ensure alignment and support across all levels of the organization.
Assess the extent of adoption, evaluate the business impact, and determine the return on investment after implementation.
Foster the advancement of digital skills and cultivate an environment of ongoing enhancement throughout the organization.
The role encompasses responsibilities related to governance, risk management, and cybersecurity, ensuring robust oversight, proactive risk mitigation, and stringent protection of digital assets. Key duties include establishing and enforcing policies to align with regulatory standards, identifying potential threats, and implementing comprehensive security measures. The position requires expertise in risk assessment frameworks, compliance protocols, and cybersecurity best practices to safeguard organizational integrity and resilience. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts are essential. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement.
Spearhead the ongoing enhancement and leadership of the organization’s IT Steering Committee and digital governance framework.
Work collaboratively with IT, cybersecurity, data protection, and compliance teams to enhance governance and risk management practices.
Assist in pinpointing, evaluating, and reducing risks associated with technology, operational processes, and cybersecurity threats.
Ensure adherence to corporate policies, regulatory mandates, industry best practices, and data protection obligations to maintain organizational integrity and legal compliance.
Provide support in internal audits, evaluate risks, and conduct compliance reviews as needed.
Oversee the security and governance aspects of digital transformation projects from inception to completion.
Continuously enhancing processes and fostering a digital-first mindset remain core objectives within this role. The position demands active engagement in identifying inefficiencies, implementing innovative solutions, and championing digital transformation initiatives across the organization. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, experience with process optimization, and a proven ability to drive cultural change toward embracing technology-driven solutions. Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, measuring performance improvements, and ensuring alignment with strategic digital objectives.
Spearhead ongoing enhancements to digital transformation strategies, governance structures, and operational delivery mechanisms to ensure sustained progress and alignment with organizational objectives.
Capture insights and successful strategies from completed projects to enhance organizational effectiveness and build upon institutional knowledge.
Drive cross-functional innovation, foster collaborative efforts, and facilitate the exchange of knowledge throughout various business units.
Champion a results-oriented, value-focused methodology in driving digital transformation initiatives.
Facilitate the cultivation of a digitally empowered organizational culture, fostering innovation, accountability, and operational excellence through strategic initiatives and technological integration.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required.
A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Digital Transformation, Technology Management, Engineering, or a related field would be highly beneficial.
Highly desirable qualifications include professional certifications in Project Management, Program Management, Agile Methodologies, Change Management, Digital Transformation, IT Governance, or Cybersecurity.
A proven track record of at least a decade in digital transformation, technology leadership, program management, business technology alignment, or comparable positions is required.
Led enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives in highly complex and operationally intensive environments.
Proficiency in the oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, logistics, utilities, or other asset-intensive industries is strongly preferred.
Experienced professionals with a track record of collaborating effectively with executive leadership teams, governance committees, and senior business stakeholders are sought.
Proficient in enterprise applications, business systems, operational technologies, digital platforms, cybersecurity, and the facilitation of technology-driven business transformation.
Accomplished in overseeing collaborations with technology vendors, implementation partners, and consulting firms.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
10 years
