Independent Director, Digital and Operational Resilience

About the role

Deloitte East Africa is seeking an Independent Director, Digital and Operational Resilience for a publicly listed enterprise in Kenya's energy, resources, and industrials sector. The successful candidate will contribute to Board discussions on strategy, performance, risk, and governance, bringing an independent perspective and technology or resilience expertise. This is a full Board appointment, not a technical role.

What you'll do

• Oversee strategy, performance, risk, and governance as a Board member.
• Exercise independent judgement and maintain objectivity.
• Contribute to Board discussions beyond technology and resilience matters.
• Challenge management constructively while respecting executive responsibility.
• Support high standards of governance, accountability, and disclosure.

Requirements

• Meet statutory requirements for a director of a listed issuer.
• Be independent of the organisation, management, and significant shareholders.
• Hold a relevant degree and professional qualification (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP).
• Have strong technology or resilience credentials and experience.
• Communicate clearly, exercise sound judgement, and work collaboratively.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to a publicly listed enterprise's Board.
• Engage in strategic discussions and decision-making.
• Develop professional network and skills.
• Gain experience in a complex organisation.