Senior Manager - Technology

YOSH HOSPITALITY LLC OPC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

YOSH Hospitality LLC OPC in Abu Dhabi seeks a strategic technology leader to develop and execute a multi-year IT strategy and technology roadmap, aligning initiatives with business goals and governance requirements.

You will establish an in-house IT department, oversee transitions from outsourced services, drive technology transformation across infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity, and lead Agile delivery with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, secure, and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT strategy development and governance.
• Proven track record in technology transformation and IT operations.
• Strong budgeting and vendor management capabilities.
• Experience reporting to senior/executive management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a multi-year technology roadmap and strategy.
• Establish an internal IT department and governance model.
• Drive technology transformation across infrastructure cloud and security.
• Oversee IT operations ensuring security, scalability and performance.
• Manage vendor transitions, procurement and budgets with governance.
• Provide regular project and operational progress reports to executives.

Skills

IT strategy

Technology transformation

IT operations

Vendor management

Budgeting

Governance

Stakeholder management

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Job description

Strategy Roadmap Development

Develop and execute a forward-looking technology strategy aligned with organizational goals Lead the development of a multi-year technology roadmap covering infrastructure applications data and service delivery Work with senior leadership and external consultants to define future-state architecture and transformation priorities Develop and manage technology budget forecasts and ensure project expenditure aligns with governance requirements

IT Department Establishment Transition

Design and implement the structure governance and operating model for the new internal IT department Lead the transition of outsourced IT services to in-house operations ensuring service continuity and quality Build sustainable internal technology capabilities and reduce dependency on external providers Establish processes for IT service management performance monitoring governance and compliance

Technology Transformation Delivery

Lead technology transformation initiatives across infrastructure cloud cybersecurity applications and service delivery Champion Agile methodologies and iterative delivery across technology projects Facilitate user-centric solution development and translate business requirements into technology solutions Manage cross-functional delivery teams external consultants and technology vendors Ensure technology projects are delivered in line with agreed scope timelines budgets and business priorities

IT Operations Continuous Improvement

Take ownership of IT operations following the transition to the internal operating model Ensure technology environments are stable secure scalable and high-performing Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to monitor service delivery and operational performance Drive continuous improvement innovation and proactive problem-solving across technology operations

Vendor Procurement Budget Management

Manage technology vendors managed service providers and external consultants Support technology procurement activities including tender preparation bidder evaluation and proposal review Manage project and operational technology budgets in line with organizational governance Monitor vendor performance service levels contractual obligations and delivery quality

Stakeholder Management Reporting

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and business functions Provide clear project transformation and operational progress reports to executive management Communicate technology risks priorities performance and investment requirements effectively Ensure technology initiatives remain aligned with organizational objectives and user needs

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.Relevant certifications in IT, Cybersecurity, IT Service Management and/or Project Management are an advantage

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 6 years' experience in technology leadership roles, preferably within complex or transforming organizations.Minimum 3 years' professional work experience in the UAE – mandatory.Strong experience in IT strategy, technology transformation and IT operations.Strong knowledge across infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity and enterprise applications.Demonstrated experience building and leading high-performing technology teams.Experience establishing or developing internal IT capabilities and operating models.Experience managing vendor/service transitions, ideally transitioning outsourced services to in-house operations.Strong experience in technology budgeting, procurement and vendor management.Experience preparing/reviewing tenders and bidder proposals.Experience providing project and operational reporting to senior/executive management.Solid understanding of enterprise architecture and modern IT service delivery models.