Job Description:
The Chief Data Officer (CDO) in Al Gharrafa is responsible for defining and executing the organization’s data strategy, ensuring data is governed, accessible, secure, and leveraged to drive informed decision-making and digital innovation. As a key member of the executive team, the CDO oversees data management, analytics, privacy compliance, and the integration of data intelligence into business operations.
Located in Al Gharrafa—a commercial and residential hub with growing healthcare and education sectors—the CDO leads enterprise-wide initiatives to improve data quality, establish governance frameworks, and harness data as a strategic asset. Core responsibilities include developing data architecture, overseeing business intelligence platforms, managing master data and metadata, ensuring compliance with local and international data privacy regulations, and enabling AI-driven solutions.
Job Requirement:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree or certification in Data Governance, Analytics, or AI is preferred.
Experience: 10–12 years in data management, analytics, or IT leadership roles, with at least 5 years at a senior or C-level position.
Skills:
Deep knowledge of data governance, warehousing, and analytics platforms.
Expertise in data architecture, modeling, and transformation techniques.
Strong leadership in cross-functional data teams and change management.
Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001).
Strategic vision with hands-on execution in digital transformation initiatives.
Language: Fluent in English; Arabic is advantageous.
Other Requirements:
Experience leading enterprise data strategies across diverse business units.
Knowledge of Qatar’s data privacy laws and smart city data integration.
Ability to drive data democratization and innovation initiatives.
Strong analytical acumen and stakeholder influence.
