IT Governance - Enterprise PMO at Datamatics Technologies

Karachi Division, Sindh, Pakistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Governance, Enterprise PMO, Portfolio Management, Financial Governance, Regulatory Compliance, Executive Stakeholder Management, Procurement Planning, Vendor Management, Contract Lifecycle Management, Audit Readiness, Telecom Regulations, Project Controls, Benefits Tracking, Decision Rights, Standardized Reporting, Risk Management

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Description Position Title: IT Governance & Enterprise PMO (EPMO) Industry: Telecom Reporting to: CIO / CTO / CDO Role Purpose The Director – IT Governance & Enterprise PMO will be responsible for the design, activation, and operationalization of enterprise-wide IT Governance, EPMO, and project controls, ensuring full alignment with business strategy, financial governance, procurement policies, and Saudi regulatory requirements (CST, NCA, SDAIA). The role ensures regulatory compliance, disciplined portfolio execution, transparent decision-making, and strong executive oversight across all IT initiatives. Key Responsibilities IT Governance & EPMO Design and activate enterprise IT governance frameworks aligned with strategy and regulatory obligations. Establish and operate Enterprise PMO (EPMO) structures, roles, decision rights, and escalation mechanisms. Define and enforce project, program, and portfolio governance controls. Enable standardized reporting, stage gates, and executive dashboards. Portfolio & Financial Governance Govern the enterprise IT portfolio, ensuring prioritization aligned with business value and financial controls. Establish portfolio-level financial governance, benefits tracking, and investment oversight. Ensure integration between portfolio planning, budgeting, and AOP processes. Regulatory & Compliance Integration Ensure IT governance frameworks comply with Saudi regulatory bodies, including: CST (Communications, Space & Technology Commission) NCA (National Cybersecurity Authority) SDAIA (Data & AI Authority) Embed regulatory compliance into project lifecycle, delivery controls, and audits. Maintain audit readiness and regulatory reporting across IT initiatives. IT Procurement & Vendor Governance Define and enforce IT procurement governance integrated with the project lifecycle. Lead and oversee: Procurement planning RFI, RFQ, and RFP execution Vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding Govern contract lifecycle management, including renewals, SLAs, and compliance. Ensure adherence to telecom procurement regulations and policies. Executive Stakeholder Management Act as a trusted advisor to CIO, CTO, and executive leadership. Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and investment boards. Provide clear insights into portfolio health, risks, compliance, and delivery performance. Experience & Qualifications 12–15+ years of experience in IT Governance, PMO, or Portfolio Management. Telecom or regulated industry experience is mandatory. Strong hands-on experience with Saudi regulations: CST, NCA, SDAIA Proven experience in IT procurement and vendor management. Hands-on experience with RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and contracting. Certifications required: PMP / PRINCE2 / MSP SAFe or equivalent Agile governance certification Key Skills & Competencies Enterprise IT governance design and implementation Portfolio and financial governance Regulatory compliance integration Executive stakeholder management Procurement planning and governance Vendor evaluation and onboarding Contract lifecycle management Compliance and audit readiness Exposure to telecom systems, OSS/BSS, or digital platforms Success Indicators (High-Level) Fully operational EPMO with clear decision rights and controls Regulatory-compliant governance embedded across IT lifecycle Improved portfolio visibility, predictability, and financial discipline Standardized procurement and vendor governance across IT

Responsibilities

The Director – IT Governance & Enterprise PMO is responsible for designing and operationalizing enterprise-wide IT governance and project controls. This role ensures alignment with business strategy and regulatory compliance while overseeing IT initiatives.