Digital Transformation Project Manager
Location: Oman (On-site)
Contract Duration: 12 Months "Renewable"
Client: Government Entity
Job Overview:
We are seeking a senior-level Digital Transformation Project Manager to lead the development and implementation of the 2026–2030 national digital transformation strategy for a key Omani government entity. The consultant will work closely with stakeholders to assess current systems, define future-state goals, and establish a scalable roadmap and execution plan in alignment with Oman’s Digital Government Policy.
Key Responsibilities:
Current-State Assessment
- Conduct a digital maturity evaluation of the IT infrastructure, workflows, and data governance frameworks.
- Benchmark existing systems against GCC and global standards (e.g., UAE Smart Government, UN e-Government Index).
- Identify critical risks (e.g., cybersecurity gaps, legacy systems) and recommend quick-win opportunities.
Strategic Roadmap Development
- Define 3–5 strategic pillars (e.g., AI-driven citizen services, unified government cloud).
- Prioritize digital initiatives using cost-benefit analysis, with a focus on scalability and localization.
- Ensure full alignment with Oman’s Digital Government Policy and national ICT goals.
Implementation Framework Design
- Recommend vendor-agnostic technologies, ensuring eligibility for local implementation partners.
- Develop a change management playbook covering training plans, stakeholder communications, and KPIs.
- Outline implementation timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
Reporting & Deliverables
- Develop and deliver the full digital transformation strategy and roadmap (2026–2030).
- Produce a current state assessment report with SWOT analysis.
- Provide detailed technology recommendations and an actionable implementation plan.
- Deliver a change management framework tailored to the government environment.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Digital Transformation, IT Management, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in digital transformation, technology advisory, or large-scale IT program design.
- Certified in Digital Transformation and Governance of Enterprise IT (e.g., COBIT, TOGAF).
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) certification preferred.
- Proven experience in policy development, digital toolkit design, and government consulting.
- Previous consulting experience with GCC governments, especially in Oman, is strongly preferred.
Skills Required:
- Expertise in digital strategy development and transformation planning.
- Strong analytical and benchmarking skills.
- Proficient in designing enterprise architecture and implementation frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.
- Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a public sector environment.
- Arabic language proficiency is a strong advantage.