Head of Technology

Linah Group is seeking a Head of Technology to define and drive the company's technology strategy, lead digital transformation across all business sectors under the Group while enabling each business unit to innovate within its own market and manage a cross-functional IT organization spanning helpdesk support, software development, and enterprise systems (ERP).

This role will oversee Linah Group portfolio spanning Head office, agriculture sector, manufacturing sector, retail, and hospitality (the 5-star Sultan Gardens Resort in Sharm El Sheikh) and other subsidiaries.

Group-Wide Technology Leadership

• Define and drive the overarching technology strategy and roadmap for Linah Group, ensuring alignment with business objectives across all sectors
• Provide technology leadership and governance across Manufacturing, Head Office, Agriculture, and Hospitality, ensuring consistency in standards, security, and infrastructure while respecting each sector's specific needs
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing technology organization, including sector-level technology leads for each business unit
• Oversee IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, and enterprise systems across all four sectors
• Manage the Group-wide technology budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and timely reinvestment in upgrades across sectors
• Establish technology policies, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency, security, and scalability across the Group
• Act as a key advisor to the executive leadership team and Board on technology strategy, risk, and investment decisions
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all technology functions within the Group

Manufacturing

• Ensure continuous technological upkeep and upgrade of production systems, ERP, and plant automation
• Identify and implement technologies that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety

Head Office

• Oversee core corporate IT systems, networks, and enterprise software supporting all business functions
• Ensure Head Office systems remain current, secure, and integrated with sector-level platforms

Agriculture

• Ensure continuous technological upkeep and upgrade of farming operations, including smart farming and agri-tech solutions
• Evaluate and implement emerging agri-technology (IoT sensors, precision farming, automation) to improve yield and efficiency

Hospitality (5-Star Hotel)

• Ensure continuous technological upkeep and upgrade of guest-facing and back-of-house systems, including property management systems and service platforms
• Drive technology initiatives that enhance guest experience and operational efficiency in line with 5-star service standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information systems, programming or similar discipline
• MBA is a plus
• 15+ years of progressive experience in IT/technology roles, including 4+ years in a senior leadership position (Head of IT, IT Director, CTO, or similar)
• Proven experience leading digital transformation initiatives across multiple business functions
• Experience overseeing software development teams and modern development practices
• Experience managing IT helpdesk/support operations, including SLA management
• Experience in agriculture, agribusiness, manufacturing, FMCG, or a similarly operations-heavy, multi-site industry is a strong plus
• Hands-on experience managing ERP systems (implementation and/or optimization) — e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, or similar
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into technology roadmaps
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, networks, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity fundamentals
• Working knowledge of software development lifecycles, methodologies, and modern architectures (cloud-native, APIs, integrations)
• Strong ERP domain knowledge (finance, supply chain, inventory, production modules)
• Excellent budget management and vendor negotiation skills
• Strong leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills — able to influence non-technical executives and operational staff alike
• Change management experience, particularly in driving adoption of new tools among diverse, distributed teams (including field/farm-based staff)

Benefits

• Competitive Package
• Annual Bonus
• Family Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance