Senior Specialist, Strategy

Job Purpose

The Senior Specialist, Strategy is responsible for leading the development and execution of the Technology strategy and monitoring its effectiveness on a regular basis. The role also supports the operating Companies in establishing their Technology Roadmap, developing a skill development strategy with HC and BLD’s and group companies, and driving the change management program across the Group to achieve full digital adoption and support the Business process reengineering.

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1)

• Provide overall direction for the alignment of Technology solutions across the ADNOC Group Companies, ensuring optimization of the Technology efforts and avoiding duplication of efforts in terms of deployment of new solutions.
• Develop and oversee the digital business strategy along with the business lines, including the future digital solutions road map and implementation plans.
• Lead the annual plan and budget development and provide guidance and oversight for the projects related to Technology.
  
  

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2)

• Manage and monitor the efforts and initiatives to optimize the Technology’s performance and align Technology solutions across the ADNOC Group Companies, avoiding duplication of efforts in terms of deployment of new solutions.
• Manage and guide the project relating to Technology solutions alignment and digital optimization, including setting and agreeing on the objectives, approaches, and outcomes.
  
  

Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3)

• Conduct market surveys for new potential digital solutions that support and are in line with the ADNOC four pillars.
• Develop and manage the Division annual budget in line with the Function’s business objectives and operational plans, ensuring adequate funding provision for all Division activities.
  
  

Generic Accountabilities

Supervision

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective business objectives.
  
  

Budgets

• Provide input for preparation of the Department budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver business objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.
• Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures
• Implement approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.
• Performance Management
• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Department in line with the Company Performance framework.
  
  

Generic Accountabilities (continue)

• Innovation and Continuous Improvement
• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.
• Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability
• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Reports
• Provide inputs to prepare MIS and progress reports for Company Management.
  
  

Internal Communications & Working Relationships

Internal

• Frequent contacts with various units within Technology function and other stakeholders in ADNOC and with ADNOC Group Companies.
  
  

External Communications & Working Relationships

External

• Regular contacts with project management companies, project consultants, contractors, Technology consultancy firms.
  
  

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
  

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 10 years’ of relevant experience in Technology strategy, digital transformation, or a similar role, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Demonstrated experience of leading and managing complex Technology projects and initiatives across multiple stakeholders and functions.
• Strong knowledge of the latest Technology trends and best practices in the oil and gas industry and beyond.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and persuade senior management and external partners.
• High analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative and creative solutions.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others..
  
  

Professional Certifications

Professional certification in Strategic Management (preferable).

Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment

Physical Effort

Minimal, involving sitting, walking, standing and computer operations.

Work Environment

Normal office environment.

Additional Details

Job Family / Sub Family: Business Planning & Performance / Strategy

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