Director of Digital Transformation

Placements24; Centurion; Remote; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive executive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis­

Generous retirement savings with match

Unlimited paid time off

Home office stipend and technology

Learning, certifications, and travel

Access to cutting-edge digital tools

Fully remote with flexible schedule

Regular virtual team-building events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Director of Digital Transformation to lead a company-wide digital initiative in a fully remote setting. This executive role drives strategic planning, architecture, and implementation of digital solutions, aiming to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and create new business models.

The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of emerging technologies, agile methodologies, and change management, with a track record of delivering large-scale

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Digital Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years in digital transformation, IT strategy, or related leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in digital strategy, agile methodologies, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and prioritize digital initiatives focusing on automation, data analytics, cloud adoption, and customer engagement.
• Lead cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement digital solutions.
• Drive change management to ensure adoption of new technologies and processes.
• Establish KPIs to measure ROI and impact of digital initiatives.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends and assess applicability.
• Manage budgets and resources for digital transformation programs.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning in digital capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure seamless integration.
• Communicate progress and outcomes to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Agile

Education

Master's degree in IT / Business / Digital Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is embarking on an ambitious digital transformation journey and is seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Digital Transformation to lead this critical initiative. This is a fully remote, senior leadership role that will spearhead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of digital solutions across the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities to leverage technology to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and drive new business models. You will work closely with executive leadership and various departments to foster a culture of innovation and digital adoption. This role demands a deep understanding of emerging technologies, agile methodologies, and change management principles. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of successfully leading large-scale digital transformation projects, preferably in a remote-first environment. We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, capable of inspiring and guiding teams through complex technological shifts. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the digital future of our client from the ground up, driving significant business impact and competitive advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Identify and prioritize digital initiatives, focusing on areas such as automation, data analytics, cloud adoption, and customer engagement platforms.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the design, development, and implementation of digital solutions.
• Drive change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new technologies and processes.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and ROI of digital initiatives.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, assessing their potential impact and applicability.
• Manage digital transformation project budgets and resources effectively.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning regarding digital capabilities.
• Collaborate with IT, marketing, sales, and operations departments to ensure seamless integration of digital solutions.
• Communicate progress and outcomes to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Digital Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in digital transformation, IT strategy, or related leadership roles, with a demonstrable history of successful project delivery.
• Proven expertise in digital strategy development and execution, agile methodologies, and change management.
• Strong understanding of various digital technologies (e.g., AI, ML, IoT, Cloud Computing, Big Data).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Experience managing large budgets and complex, cross-functional projects.
• Ability to think strategically and translate complex technical concepts into business value.
• Previous experience in a remote-first organizational structure is highly desirable.
• Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile) or relevant technologies are a plus.
• Exceptional ability to influence and drive consensus across diverse teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary package.
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Unlimited paid time off policy.
• Home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, certifications, and conference attendance.
• Access to cutting-edge digital tools and platforms.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Regular virtual team-building events and strategic offsites.