We are seeking a Head of Data Analytics for our client. The ideal candidate will lead and oversee the Data Analytics initiatives within the organization and manage the Data Management and Data Products portfolio.
UAE national with relevant experience in data analytics shall only apply.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement data analytics strategies in alignment with business objectives.
- Provide technical expertise and architectural guidance for data analytics projects.
- Manage and mentor a team of data analysts, data scientists, and specialists.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for leveraging data and AI to drive business growth and innovation.
- Cultivate a data-driven culture within the organization and promote best practices for data governance and data management.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure the successful execution of data analytics projects.
- Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships for data analytics tools and services.
- Prepare and deliver regular reports and presentations on the progress and impact of data analytics initiatives to C-level management.
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in data analytics, AI and cloud computing.
- Lead budgeting and cost optimization efforts for data analytics projects.
- understanding potential impact of competing technologies, assessing their strategic significance, defining their strategic role and scope, roadmap, relationship to existing standards, and periodically reviewing those standards.
- Provide expert consultancy and coaching on architectural patterns and solution designs to project teams.
Skills
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field.
- 12+ Years’ experience in handling Enterprise Data
- Proven experience in a leadership role within data analytics, preferably as a Senior Manager in Data Analytics or a similar position.
- Strong technical skills and architectural knowledge in data analytics, AI, and cloud technologies.
- Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management, negotiation, and vendor management.
- Experience reporting directly to C-level management and presenting complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
- Familiarity with diversified data products, data lakes technologies.
- Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization techniques for data analytics projects.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a results-oriented mindset.
- Certifications in data analytics, AI, or cloud computing (e.g. TOGAF, CDMP, Cloud Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.