Digital Venture Lead Job in Johannesburg
Job Description
Digital Venture Lead Job. Introducing an enticing opportunity in Johannesburg, where innovation meets ambition! A Digital Venture Lead position has emerged, beckoning visionary minds to spearhead the next wave of digital transformation in the heart of South Africa’s economic hub. With its bustling urban landscape and dynamic business ecosystem, Johannesburg sets the stage for a pioneering individual ready to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape. This role promises not just a job, but a journey towards revolutionizing industries, shaping tomorrow’s digital frontier, and leaving an indelible mark on the global stage. Join FirstRand in Johannesburg, where every click is a step towards innovation, and every idea has the potential to redefine the digital landscape.
Responsibilities of Digital Venture Lead Job
- Nurture concepts from ideation through to pioneering custom-built solutions.
- Advise on and manage the creative and technical process of a small, curated team that will incubate new beyond-bank ventures.
- Perform the end-to-end process of coordinating of the discovery, validation, build, and soft launch of new business-sponsored venture opportunities.
- Provide feedback to internal stakeholders on venture opportunities via weekly meetings, playback sessions, and advisory stereo packs.
- Understand and champion client needs to guide decision-making and investment in ventures.
- Be the voice of the customer internally and facilitate the conversion of knowledge and ideas into new digital Venture opportunities.
- Manage designated venture opportunities from inception to final execution, including post-implementation evaluation against identified success criteria.
- Evaluate the MVP against the success criteria to decide the future of the venture.
- Implement and maintain sound business processes that minimize organizational risk, deliver quality requirements specifications, and monitor venture opportunity progress.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Business Administration, or Engineering.
- Proven track record of leadership and project management in digital ventures or startups.
- Extensive knowledge of digital technologies, including AI, machine learning, IoT, and blockchain.
- Strong understanding of market trends and consumer behavior in the digital space.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to strategize, plan, and execute digital initiatives to drive business growth.
- Proficiency in data analysis and decision-making based on key metrics and performance indicators.
- Adaptability and agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Prior experience in managing cross-functional teams and fostering a collaborative work culture.
- Innovative mindset with a passion for exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of digital innovation.
