Chief AI, Data & Digital Innovation Leader

Sasol; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is leading the enterprise-wide AI, data and digital transformation to unlock value across the business. The role directs scalable capabilities and governance, partnering with executive leaders to improve operations, productivity and growth.

The successful candidate will drive the adoption of data, AI and automation, oversee architecture and lifecycle management, and ensure secure, cost-effective delivery in a large, complex organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and stakeholder management across multiple levels.
• Proven track record in leading data, AI and digital initiatives at scale.
• Experience delivering measurable value and business outcomes through technology.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise AI, data and digital strategy aligned to business priorities.
• Establish strategic roadmaps, investment priorities and high-value AI initiatives.
• Drive AI adoption from concept to implementation, scaling and value realisation.
• Lead governance for data, AI ethics, privacy, security and compliance.
• Build and lead cross-functional teams to deliver digital transformation at scale.

Skills

Communicates Effectively

Strategic Leadership

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Sasol is leading the enterprise-wide AI, data and digital transformation to unlock value across the business. The role directs scalable capabilities and governance, partnering with executive leaders to improve operations, productivity and growth.

The successful candidate will drive the adoption of data, AI and automation, oversee architecture and lifecycle management, and ensure secure, cost-effective delivery in a large, complex organisation.