Chief Digital Officer
About the role
The Chief Digital Officer at Bank of Ceylon will spearhead the bank's digital transformation strategy, driving innovation across all business areas. The role involves overseeing the development and enhancement of digital channels, introducing new digital products and partnerships, promoting automation and analytics, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory standards, and enhancing customer experience. Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree and at least 5 years' experience leading digital transformation in banking or financial services. The position offers an attractive remuneration package and the opportunity to shape the future of banking at Sri Lanka's premier state-owned financial institution.
Must have
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science / Engineering, Business Administration, Finance or related disciplines from a university recognised by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in leading enterprise-wide digital transformation in a banking or regulated financial services organisation.
- Possess a creative mindset focused on driving transformative change.
- Commit to achieving measurable outcomes.
- Proven experience in directing cross-functional digital teams to implement innovative solutions.
- Ability to align business operations with appropriate technical solutions.
- Exposure to global best practices in digital banking.
- Ability to navigate regulated environments and ensure full compliance with financial regulations.
- A track record of effectively monitoring digital KPIs: adoption, cost-efficiency, revenue growth, customer satisfaction.
- Below 55 years of age as at the closing date of the application.
Nice to have
- Preference will be given to those who have a Masters’ Degree in Digital Transformation, Data Science or Technology Management or Project Management from a university recognised by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
- Professional certifications in digital or technology leadership.
- Certified Digital Transformation Officer (CDTO).
- PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certifications.
- AWS, Azure, GCP cloud certifications.
Technologies
- Agile
- AWS
- Azure
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
- Fintech
- GCP
- Pmp
- Prince2
- Scrum
Highlights
Application deadline is 31st October 2026. Applicants must be below 55 years of age at the closing date. The initial contract period is three years, with possible extension based on performance. Applications should be sent to careers@boc.lk with supporting documents. Shortlisted candidates will be selected through an interview process.
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