• Able to design and develop enterprise architecture solutions to enable a client’s business agenda across the domains mentioned below.
• Build domain knowledge across one or more of the following domains: Business, Data, infrastructure, Security, Applications, and Integration.
• Work with client teams to develop architecture and domain-specific principles to support implementation of enterprise strategy and strategic projects.
• Be able to guide other domain specialists to align with overall business and enterprise architecture.
• Develop conceptual/logical architectures across one or more of the domains mentioned above.
• Understand EA (Enterprise Architecture) foundation principals and definitions, ADM, Architecture Continuum.
• Ability to gathering information related to different architecture artifacts and building blocks either As-Is from the client or To-Be from the consultants.
• Ability to Model Architecture Layers
• Strong Knowledge in business process modelling (using BPMN).
• Manage enterprise architecture tools such as iServer, Sparx EA, or Aris
• Develop the firm’s methods and frameworks relating to enterprise architecture and train / coach team members to apply them.
• Understand and be able to develop target operating models covering people, processes, and tools.
• Gather and analyse information on the client’s current challenges and develop or identify improvements/recommendation changes to the operating model.
• Be able to articulate the functions and capabilities (in-house or outsourced) needed for a various domains function to operate successfully and support the business outcomes.
• You will also be expected to demonstrate the following:
• Lead overall projects or workstreams relating to the above areas, both advisory and delivery in nature.
• Work with clients and internal teams to scope and shape new projects including defining approaches, estimating timelines, and resource efforts.
• Own and produce a high-quality work product and collaborate with others to deliver a superior client experience.
• Understand how business functions operate, how industry trends impact a client’s business, and how technology can contribute to business outcomes.
• Address client business challenges at the intersection of business and technology.
• Be accountable for reviewing outputs from your project teams, ensuring they meet high quality standards.
• Take ownership of setting team objectives and reviewing performance/providing feedback to your project teams (in line with our talent processes and guidelines).
• Maintain composure through conflict and sensitive situations, escalating issues to engagement/account leadership when appropriate.
• Ability to recognize risks that may impact clients or projects and work with leadership to put mitigation plans in place.
• Organize insights and define a logical flow to tell a story when presenting recommendations.
• Apply awareness of global trends to address client needs and enhance recommendations.
• Apply a global and diverse perspective to problem-solving.
Skills
General Skills needed:
• Native Arabic, Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Proven hands-on experience in at least one enterprise architecture tool (iServer is plus).
• Excellent communication and people skills, with a strong emphasis on team working.
• Leadership and team-playing abilities.
• Ability to operate and understand excellent project and program management disciplines including the production of project plans and key quality program deliverables.
• Consulting experience is preferred.
• Strong administrative and numeracy skills and ability to analyse complex data with good attention to detail.
• Expert in MS office applications especially Visio, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Willing to work hours as needed to meet client deadlines and firm needs.
· Ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities in a deadline-oriented environment and flexible work hours.
• Willingness to travel (If required).
Years of experience: 6+ Years as Enterprise Architect
Education: Graduate degree (Computer Science/Engineering Preferred)
Certifications:
• Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as ITIL, COBIT, CMMI, Zachman, Lean, Six Sigma, etc. would be a plus depending on the offering alignment.
• Knowledge of Qatar Government Enterprise Architecture (GEA) is a plus.
Locations: Doha, Qatar
Industry Experience: Government and Public Services.
