About the Role
This role focuses on leading the AI transformation journey, implementing strategic initiatives, and managing end-to-end AI and automation projects. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders to optimize processes, promote AI technologies, and ensure compliance with governance frameworks, especially focusing on responsible AI deployment and information security.
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Key Accountabilities
AI Transformation Strategy & Implementation
- Lead the implementation of the AI transformation roadmap.
- Identify and prioritize AI use cases across business functions.
- Support the deployment of AI, Generative AI, and intelligent automation solutions.
- Ensure alignment between AI initiatives and organizational objectives.
AI Project & Program Management
- Manage end-to-end AI and automation projects from concept through implementation.
- Develop project plans, timelines, governance frameworks, and performance metrics.
- Coordinate stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.
- Monitor project risks, dependencies, budgets, and implementation progress.
AI Innovation & Emerging Technologies
- Monitor developments in AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
- Evaluate innovative solutions and recommend adoption opportunities.
- Conduct pilot programs and proof-of-concept initiatives.
- Support business cases for AI investments and technology adoption.
Intelligent Automation & Process Optimization
- Identify opportunities to automate and optimize business processes.
- Collaborate with departments to redesign workflows using AI and automation technologies.
- Measure and track efficiency improvements and business benefits.
Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management
- Engage with business units to understand operational requirements and transformation opportunities.
- Promote AI awareness and adoption across the organization.
- Support change management activities associated with AI implementation.
- Deliver presentations, workshops, and awareness sessions to stakeholders.
Vendor & Technology Management
- Manage relationships with AI technology providers, consultants, and implementation partners.
- Participate in solution evaluations, procurement activities, and vendor assessments.
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure delivery against agreed objectives.
Governance & Responsible AI
- Support the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, and ethical AI requirements.
- Promote responsible and secure use of AI technologies.
Information Security
- Adhere to information security policies/processes/program and report any security breaches or incidents to management.
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
- Support development and continuous improvement of incubation frameworks, methodologies, and operational processes.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, governance requirements, and ethical AI principles.
- Contribute to best practices in startup incubation and venture development.
Quality, Health, Security, Safety and Environment
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and relevant quality, health, safety, security, and environmental procedures across the department to guarantee employee safety and high-quality service delivery.
Reporting
- Prepare executive reports, dashboards, and updates on AI initiatives.
- Monitor project KPIs, adoption rates, and business impact.
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Digital Transformation, or a related field.
Preferred Qualification
- Master's Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Technology Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
- PMP or PRINCE2
- Agile / Scrum Certification
- AI, Cloud, or Digital Transformation Certifications
Minimum Experience and Skills
- 6–8 years of experience in technology, digital transformation, project management, or innovation.
- Minimum 3–5 years leading AI, automation, digital transformation, or emerging technology initiatives.
- Experience managing cross-functional projects and external technology partners.
Preferred Experience
- Experience implementing AI, Generative AI, Copilot, automation, or intelligent workflow solutions.
- Experience within government, semi-government, large enterprise, or digital transformation environments.
- Experience managing enterprise-wide technology adoption programs.
