Head of Digital Strategy

Head of Digital Strategy

Location:
Transmara, Narok County, Kenya

Company:
Angata Sugar Mills Ltd. (ASML)

Employment Type:
Full-Time

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About Us

Angata Sugar Mills Ltd. (ASML) is a pioneering force in Kenya's sugar industry, dedicated to transforming the way sugar is produced and distributed. As a greenfield initiative, ASML prioritizes cutting-edge technology and best practices to ensure efficient and sustainable sugar production from sugarcane. Our mission is to empower local farmers, boost the regional economy, and deliver high-quality sugar while upholding our core values of integrity, ingenuity, and service.

About the Job

ASML is building a first-of-its-kind digital ecosystem for sugarcane production in Kenya. We are seeking a
Head of Digital Strategy
to lead the planning and implementation of digital systems that improve how we work—from outgrower management and cane census to harvest coordination and field operations.

This role calls for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, is comfortable working with ambiguity, and has the leadership skills to
form and manage a young, diverse, and multidisciplinary team
. You'll work across departments to introduce digital tools that streamline workflows, increase accountability, and support scalable growth.

The position reports directly to the
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
.

Responsibilities

• Digital Field Systems Leadership:
  Design and implement digital workflows for cane development, harvesting, and transport—prioritizing tools that work in rural, field-based environments.
• Team Formation & Management:
  Recruit, train, and lead a capable digital operations team made up of young professionals with diverse backgrounds. Provide structure, mentorship, and performance management.
• Cane Data Systems:
  Develop systems for cane census, yield forecasting, and field mapping using GIS, mobile data tools, and dashboards—ensuring information is accurate and actionable.
• Farmer Engagement Platforms:
  Deploy mobile-friendly platforms for outgrower registration, training, and communications—building accountability and transparency.
• Harvest & Transport Optimization:
  Build and manage digital solutions for scheduling and tracking harvests and cane deliveries in real-time.
• Technology Implementation:
  Select and roll out practical digital tools (e.g., mobile apps, GPS systems, offline-first platforms) and ensure smooth integration with existing systems like
  Synergy Bravo
  .
• Cross-Functional Execution:
  Work closely with Cane, Operations, Workshop, and Sustainability teams to align technology solutions with operational needs.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:
  Bring structure and clarity to complex challenges by applying logic, data, and iterative thinking—particularly in new or ambiguous situations.
• Data Governance & Risk Management:
  Ensure all systems maintain high standards of data accuracy, privacy, and resilience.
• Special Projects:
  Support other initiatives where digital tools can add value to company-wide priorities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Data Systems, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience
  managing or implementing digital systems in operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to
  lead teams
  and manage people from varied disciplines and experience levels.
• Strong
  critical thinking skills
  and the ability to break down complex processes into digital workflows.
• A
  portfolio
  of tools or platforms you've built, improved, or rolled out—especially in low-infrastructure or field-heavy settings.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project execution skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in agriculture, logistics, or other operational sectors.
• Prior work in rural Kenya or similar contexts.
• Familiarity with ERP platforms like
  Odoo
  or
  Salesforce
  .