Senior Manager - Digitalization

Permanent; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Johannesburg seeks a Digital Transformation Leader to drive and implement digital strategies aligning with long-term goals. The role involves overseeing digital innovation projects, promoting collaboration, and leading teams to adopt advanced technologies. Candidates should have an advanced degree and substantial experience in digital leadership roles, accompanied by strong strategic, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in digital leadership roles.
• Success in designing and launching digital platforms.
• Proven leadership in managing end-to-end digital projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive digital innovation as a change agent.
• Set and implement the digital strategy with cross-functional partners.
• Lead efforts to generate innovative digital solutions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Digital transformation management

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Advanced degree in Business or Technology

Project Management certification

Tools

AI technologies

CRM platforms

Job description

Drive digital innovation and serve as a change agent across the organization.

Set and implement the digital strategy by working with cross-functional partners to digitize analog processes.

Promote and cultivate a digital mindset at all levels of the organization.

Facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the adoption of digital best practices across teams.

Measure ROI on digital initiatives and adjust strategies and tools as needed.

Develop a clear and compelling digital strategy aligned with the organization's long-term goals.

Integrate digital transformation initiatives into strategic planning and ensure leadership support.

Lead cross-functional efforts to generate innovative digital solutions for products, services, and business models.

Oversee a portfolio of digital-innovation projects and ensure delivery of measurable outcomes.

Build and grow a dynamic digital ecosystem, internally and externally.

Evaluate and implement emerging digital tools and technologies (e.g., AI, CRM platforms) to improve operations and customer experience.

Collaborate with internal teams to build and develop digital capabilities across the organization.

Provide leadership and mentorship to digital teams, ensuring continuous improvement and skills development.

Qualifications Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Project Management.

5–7 years of experience in a similar digitalization or digital leadership role.

Demonstrated success in designing and launching digital platforms.

Proven leadership in managing end-to-end digital transformation projects.

Skills Strong strategic thinking and planning capabilities.

In-depth understanding of core business processes and supporting digital solutions.

Ability to identify and integrate innovative and disruptive technologies.

Excellent communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.

Strong project and portfolio management experience.

Ability to lead, mentor, and grow high-performing digital teams.

Collaborative and forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to challenge conventional approaches.