Data & AI Strategy Consultant

Devoteam International; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Devoteam International is seeking an experienced Data & AI Strategy Consultant to lead public sector transformation initiatives across the Kingdom. This role requires deep technical depth to shape enterprise AI strategies and roadmaps, combined with the commercial acumen to help win government RFPs.

Responsibilities include presales leadership, end-to-end bid management for complex RFPs with LOE estimations, and directing cross-functional delivery squads.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of IT consultancy focused on Data Strategy, AI transformation, and presales/bid management.
• Deep knowledge of the Saudi market with government-facing experience.
• Proven ability to translate national visions into ROI-driven data maturity frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid management for complex government RFPs with LOE estimations.
• Direct cross-functional consulting squads in delivery of high-impact strategic projects.
• Manage executive-level stakeholder relationships and project steering committees.

Skills

Data Strategy

AI Transformation

Presales Bid Management

Executive Stakeholder Management

Public Sector

RFP Proposals

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / CIS / MIS

Tools

PMP

CDMP

Agile

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Data amp AI Strategy Consultant to spearhead public sector transformation initiatives across the Kingdom This is not a back-office research role We need a seasoned consulting professional with the technical depth to shape and architect enterprise AI strategies and roadmaps combined with the commercial acumen to contribute to winning high-stakes government RFPs

Bid Management

Presales Lead the end-to-end authoring of comprehensive technical and financial proposals for complex government RFPs Architect competitive pricing formulate Level-of-Effort LOE estimations and design resource models strictly aligned with public procurement guidelines

Strategic Delivery

Direct cross-functional consulting squads in the delivery of high-impact strategic projects

Advisory Leadership

Own the creation of Current State Evaluations Data Maturity Assessments Target Data amp AI Operating Models TOM and multi-year Data amp AI execution roadmaps Executive Stakeholder Management Act as the primary on-site anchor for project steering committees Manage complex relationships at the C-suite Director-General and Ministerial levels skilfuly navigating scope changes and driving project alignment

Education

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Computer Information Systems CIS or Management Information Systems MIS

Professional Experience

13 years of demonstrable experience in IT Consultancy specifically focused on Data Strategy AI transformation and presales bid management Deep knowledge of the Saudi market is highly preferred with a strong distinct advantage for candidates who have proven experience partnering with or consulting for Saudi governmental entities Proven ability to translate broad national visions into actionable ROI-driven data maturity frameworks Deep experience in proposal writing bid management and resource modeling for IT consultancy engagements Expert knowledge in designing Target Operating Models TOM for Data and AI Familiarity with modern data architectures organizational AI readiness evaluations data governance and strategic planning for enterprise-scale integration Exceptional ability to demystify complex data architectures for non-technical government leaders while simultaneously providing clear actionable direction to engineering and delivery squads

Certifications

PMP Agile Scrum Master CDMP Certified Data Management Professional

Soft Skills

Action-oriented and results-driven Resilient and adaptable in challenging environments Strong ownership and accountability Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Confident in engaging with senior and executive-level stakeholders Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities Able to manage complex multi-year engagements effectively

Language Requirements

English Professional proficiency Arabic Native Fluent

Education

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems (CIS), or Management Information Systems (MIS).

Professional Experience

13+ years of demonstrable experience in IT Consultancy, specificaly focused on Data Strategy, AI transformation, and presales/bid management. Deep knowledge of the Saudi market is highly preferred, with a strong distinct advantage for candidates who have proven experience partnering with or consulting for Saudi governmental entities. Proven ability to translate broad national visions into actionable, ROI-driven data maturity frameworks. Deep experience in proposal writing, bid management, and resource modeling for IT consultancy engagements. Expert knowledge in designing Target Operating Models (TOM) for Data and AI. Familiarity with modern data architectures, organizational AI readiness evaluations, data governance, and strategic planning for enterprise-scale integration. Exceptional ability to demystify complex data architectures for non-technical government leaders while simultaneously providing clear, actionable direction to engineering and delivery squads.

Certifications

PMP Agile/Scrum Master CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)

Soft Skills

Action-oriented and results-driven Resilient and adaptable in challenging environments Strong ownership and accountability Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Confident in engaging with senior and executive-level stakeholders Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities Able to manage complex, multi-year engagements effectively

Language Requirements

English: Professional proficiency. Arabic: Native / Fluent.