Chief Data Officer

Title: SeniorChief Data Officer

Duration:8 Months

Location: Brussels, Belgium

Work Mode: Hybrid

Languages: English, French, Dutch

Job Description

• As Head of Data & AI, you will lead the Data, AI, and BI teams within the IT service unit. You will be responsible for defining and executing the Data, AI & BI strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business and product goals. Your role will be pivotal in driving data-driven decision-making across the organization and its institutions.
• You will manage a team, oversee the department's budget, and ensure the delivery of high-impact data initiatives. You will also be the key liaison between internal stakeholders (IT Management Team, Domain and Product Managers, EXCO, Board of Directors) and external partners (suppliers, end-users, and market networks).
• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams in Data, AI, and BI.
• Shape and implement a long-term vision and roadmap for data-driven innovation.
• Promote a data culture across the organisation and its stakeholders.
• Drive strategic initiatives that deliver measurable business value.
• Influence technological and supplier choices to ensure efficiency and innovation.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure proactive data- transversal alignment and synergy.
• Exceptional communication skills with internal stakeholders and strong public speaking abilities
• Proven experience in people management (15+ people)
• At least 10 years of experience in data governance & quality, AI, BI, or a related domain.
• Proven experience in agile environments and managing complex projects.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management

Skills

• Artificial intelligence (AI)
• BI
• Data Governance & Data Quality
• People Management
• Public speaking
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Management

Questions

• Did you manage teams with more than 15 people?
• Do you have experience in presenting or being part of board of directors or executive committee?
• How did you create business value with data in your previous companies?