Group Head of IT

Group Head of ITLocation: Doha, Qatar Sector: Leading Enterprise Group (Confidential) Reporting To: Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO)

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Group Head of IT to lead the enterprise-wide technology function for a prestigious group based in Doha, Qatar. Reporting directly to the Group COO, you will shape and execute the group's technology vision-defining the IT strategy, establishing modern governance frameworks, and driving digital enablement across diverse business units. You will lead a high-performing team covering IT Operations, Applications, Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity to ensure seamless, secure, and business-aligned service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic IT Leadership: Formulate and execute long- and short-term IT strategies, technology roadmaps, and enterprise architecture aligned with group business goals.
• Budget & Financial Governance: Manage the group IT budget, oversee capital and operational expenditure, and conduct cost-benefit analyses to ensure maximum ROI on technology investments.
• Infrastructure & Applications Management: Oversee the deployment, performance, and optimization of enterprise applications, network infrastructure, databases, and IT service desk operations.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance: Implement robust cybersecurity controls, data governance, backup/disaster recovery protocols, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory and data protection standards.
• Vendor & Partnership Management: Select, negotiate with, and manage strategic IT vendors, managed service providers, and software partners.
• Project Delivery & Business Alignment: Lead cross-functional IT initiatives, application integration, and digital transformation projects across group operations.
• Team Leadership: Direct and mentor direct reports (Application Specialists, IT Admins, Security Engineers), setting clear performance objectives and fostering continuous professional development.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or an allied technical field.
• Experience: 10 to 15 years of progressive IT experience, with a proven track record as Head of IT, Head of Applications, or Senior IT Director managing group-level or enterprise environments.
• Technical Breadth: Deep expertise across Enterprise Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Database Administration, IT Service Management (ITSM), and modern Cybersecurity frameworks (encryption, access controls, risk mitigation).
• Leadership Capabilities: Exceptional strategic planning, vendor management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills.
• Location: Based in or willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar.

Why Apply?

This is a pivotal executive leadership role offering the opportunity to drive group-wide IT modernization and governance within a dynamic, high-growth environment in Qatar.