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Head of IT Strategy & Governance - Dubai Based

International Permanent View Job Description
As the Head of IT Strategy & Governance, you will define and execute the Group wide IT strategy and lead governance across multiple critical sub functions including Enterprise Architecture, PMO, Vendor Management, Performance Management, and IT Financial Control.
  • Strategic leadership role driving IT transformation and governance
  • Ideal for candidates with deep SAP transformation experience

About Our Client

A well established organisation undergoing a major IT transformation. IT organisation is being redesigned to align with future business needs. It is a critical leadership position with visibility across the C suite.

Job Description

  • Define and execute the enterprise wide IT strategy, ensuring alignment with transformation goals.
  • Lead Enterprise Architecture maturity and governance across platforms (SAP, Salesforce, cloud, infrastructure, and data/AI).
  • Oversee PMO, performance management, and delivery tracking across all IT initiatives.
  • Drive vendor governance, sourcing strategy, and partner performance while reducing reliance on external partners.
  • Lead IT financial control and ensure strict budget adherence.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across divisions.
  • Champion governance forums and structures, ensuring technology decisions support business outcomes.
  • Provide leadership presence at C-suite level.

The Successful Applicant

  • Over 15 years of senior IT leadership experience in large, multi business organisations (conglomerates, diversified groups, or multi division enterprises).
  • Proven track record leading enterprise wide ERP/cloud transformation (SAP highly advantageous), including strategy alignment, governance, and performance management.
  • Demonstrated leadership across Enterprise Architecture, PMO, vendor management, and IT financial control.
  • Experience managing large IT portfolios and budgets in complex, multi business environments.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
  • Gravitas, delivery focus, and cultural fit to operate at C-suite level.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).

What's on Offer

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of the technology organisation, build critical governance structures, and play a pivotal role in ensuring transformation success.

Contact
Ruwise Sheriff
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6833869
Phone number
+97147090393

Job summary

Job function
Technology
Subsector
IT Management
Sector
Technology & Telecoms
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ruwise Sheriff
Consultant phone
+97147090393
Job reference
JN-092025-6833869