Program Director

We are looking for Program Director – Enterprise Data Transformation who can Lead the strategic direction and enterprise-wide execution Data & AI Transformation portfolio, driving modernization of the organization’s data ecosystem, cloud platforms, governance framework, analytics capabilities, and AI adoption initiatives across all business domains.

Responsibilities:

• Define and lead the enterprise Data & AI Transformation strategy aligned with digital and business objectives
• Oversee multiple transformation programs including Data Platform Modernization, Data Governance, BI & Analytics, AI/ML, Cloud Migration, and Data Operations
• Establish executive governance structures, steering committees, program controls, and transformation KPIs
• Drive enterprise-wide adoption of modern data architecture including Data Lakes, Lakehouse, Data Warehouses, Real-Time Data Platforms, and AI-enabled ecosystems
• Provide strategic leadership to Program Managers, Enterprise Architects, Data Engineering teams, Governance teams, and external delivery partners
• Ensure alignment of all initiatives with Saudi regulatory frameworks including PDPL, Insurance Authority, Ministry of Health (MOH), and cybersecurity requirements
• Manage enterprise transformation budgets, vendor partnerships, sourcing strategies, and commercial governance
• Lead executive stakeholder engagement across business, technology, compliance, risk, and operations functions
• Drive organizational change management, operating model transformation, and data-driven culture initiatives
• Oversee delivery quality, risk management, dependency management, and transformation roadmap execution
• Support adoption of Agile, Hybrid, and enterprise delivery methodologies across programs
• Evaluate emerging technologies, AI capabilities, and cloud innovations to enhance enterprise data maturity
• Present transformation progress, strategic recommendations, and business outcomes to C-level leadership and board stakeholders

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in Technology, Data, or Enterprise Transformation leadership roles
• 7+ years managing large-scale enterprise Data, Cloud, or AI transformation portfolios
• Proven experience leading enterprise-wide data modernization initiatives within complex organizations
• Strong understanding of enterprise data architecture including Data Lakes, Data Warehouses, ETL/ELT, BI, Master Data Management, Metadata Management, and AI/ML platforms
• Hands-on exposure to major cloud ecosystems such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Experience managing large multi-disciplinary teams across Architecture, Engineering, Governance, Analytics, Security, and Program Management
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills with experience engaging senior leadership and board-level stakeholders
• Proven experience managing enterprise budgets, vendor ecosystems, and strategic technology partnerships
• Strong understanding of enterprise governance, risk, compliance, and cybersecurity frameworks
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, TOGAF, or equivalent certifications preferred
• Insurance, Healthcare, or highly regulated industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience working within Middle East regulatory environments, particularly KSA, is highly desirable