Manager Digital & Innovation
Oman Investment Authority
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities:
- Conducts research on market trends, emerging digital technologies, and regulatory changes affecting the banking industry.
- Identifies opportunities to digitize products and processes that strengthen housing finance and digital banking.
- Tracks Fintech, Proptech and Regtech developments and evaluates strategic partnerships to enhance digital capabilities.
- Collaborates with academic institutions, industry experts, and research entities to support digital transformation initiatives.
- Maintains a structured digital initiatives pipeline from ideation to prototyping and implementation.
- Prepares feasibility studies and proof-of-concept reports to aid digital product development decisions.
- Leads pilot programs to test the applicability of digital identity, smart contracts, and automation in banking.
- Assesses emerging digital technologies and identifies applicable solutions for banking operations and services.
- Coordinates with IT, cybersecurity, and implementation teams to integrate digital technologies while maintaining compliance.
- Collaborates with Digital Delivery and Product teams to transition successful pilots into full-scale implementations.
- Tracks performance, benefits, and lessons learned from all digital initiatives.
- Maintains documentation and reporting of dashboards aligned with PMO and internal governance standards.
- Assesses realized benefits and conducts post-implementation reviews to capture value outcomes.
- Implements modern digital workplace tools to improve internal collaboration and service delivery.
- Optimizes the use of enterprise platforms, automation software, and virtual workspaces.
- Enhances staff productivity through the adoption of AI tools, hybrid work models, and employee experience platforms.
- Develops and supports digital skills programs that enable staff to effectively use digital tools.
- Applies cybersecurity and data governance protocols across all digital workplace initiatives.
- Reviews and updates the digital workplace roadmap to ensure alignment with evolving technologies and organizational needs.
- Ensures all digital research and development activities align with regulatory and internal governance standards.
- Supports the creation of roadmaps for emerging digital technology adoption in line with the overall digital strategy.
Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor s degree in Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; a Master s degree is preferred.
- A Minimum of 6 years of experience in research & development, emerging technologies, or digital transformation.
- Proven track record of executing R&D initiatives, managing technology assessments, and implementing digital workplace solutions.
- Experience in working with cross-functional teams and managing technology-driven projects.
- Solid understanding of financial services, emerging technologies, and regulatory frameworks in the housing or finance industry.
- Demonstrated track record of consistently meeting deadlines.
Company Industry
- Banking
- Financial Services
- Broking
Department / Functional Area
- IT Software
Keywords
- Manager Digital & Innovation
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Oman Investment Authority
Job Purpose: The Manager Digital & Innovation leads digital initiatives and pilots emerging technologies to enhance internal capabilities and digital services. He/ She identifies opportunities for workplace digitization, automation, and process improvement in alignment with business needs. The Manager Digital & Innovation collaborates with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive the adoption of innovative solutions that elevate operational efficiency, customer engagement, and employee experience. He/ She ensures all digital activities align with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives.