Chief Digital Transformation & Data Officer

Scottish Government OGD Recruitment; Galashiels; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SPPA invites applications for the Chief Digital Officer role to lead digital transformation and deliver a digital-first vision for Scotland’s public service pensions. Based in Tweedbank, the candidate will shape strategy, drive modernisation and governance across digital, data and technology functions to improve services for members and employers.

You will work as part of the SPPA Executive Team, guiding enterprise-wide programmes and leveraging automation, AI and innovative tech to enhance

Responsibilities

• Develop SPPA's Digital Strategy and roadmap, setting the organisation's long-term architecture and vision for digital transformation and ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.
• Lead the digital transformation of SPPA services, modernising legacy systems and implementing sustainable end-to-end digital solutions.
• Lead the development of SPPA's data governance, business transformation and legislative change agenda, ensuring organisational change, data and technology capabilities support delivery of strategic objectives.
• Maximise opportunities presented by emerging technologies including automation, artificial intelligence and shared service opportunities across the public sector.
• Embed agile delivery methodologies, user-centred design and continuous improvement practices across the organisation.
• Oversee delivery of all ICT, digital and security services, ensuring effective governance, resilience, sustainability and customer service performance.
• Ensure robust cyber security, information assurance, risk management and business continuity arrangements are maintained across the organisation.
• Lead supplier strategy, commercial oversight and contract governance arrangements to ensure value for money and service excellence.

Job description

SPPA invites applications for the Chief Digital Officer role to lead digital transformation and deliver a digital-first vision for Scotland’s public service pensions. Based in Tweedbank, the candidate will shape strategy, drive modernisation and governance across digital, data and technology functions to improve services for members and employers.

You will work as part of the SPPA Executive Team, guiding enterprise-wide programmes and leveraging automation, AI and innovative tech to enhance