Senior Specialist - Digital Government Advisory

JOB DESCRIPTION
About KPMG in India

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada.

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Job Title: Senior Specialist

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior profile – E-Governance to lead and manage digital transformation initiatives and projects within the public sector, with a strong emphasis on state government projects . The role demands expertise in project management , stakeholder coordination , and emerging technology adoption to enhance governance, transparency, and citizen services.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Execution

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale e-governance projects, particularly within state government departments.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure compliance with timelines and quality standards.
• Coordinate with system integrators, technology vendors, and internal teams.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with state government officials, administrative bodies, and public sector units.
• Facilitate inter-departmental coordination and ensure alignment with state-level digital strategies.
• Conduct regular project reviews and status updates for senior government stakeholders.

Technology Strategy & Innovation

• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, cloud computing, and data analytics in state-level governance systems.
• Lead pilot projects and innovation labs to test and scale new digital solutions.
• Ensure technology solutions are citizen-centric, secure, and scalable.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to state and national digital governance frameworks, including data protection and cybersecurity standards.
• Maintain documentation for audits, performance reviews, and policy compliance.
• Track KPIs and impact metrics to measure project success and citizen satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Public Administration, or related field.
• PMP/Prince2 certification / any equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in state government e-governance projects .
• Proven track record of managing digital transformation initiatives in collaboration with state departments.
• Experience in handling government procurement, tenders, and vendor management.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Deep understanding of government processes and digital platforms.
• Technical proficiency in emerging technologies and enterprise IT systems.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project methodologies.

Desirable:

• Experience with flagship programs like Digital India , Smart Cities , State Data Centers , or Citizen Service Portals .
• Knowledge of state-specific IT policies and governance models.
Exposure to public-private partnerships and capacity-building initiatives.

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Public Administration, or related field.
• PMP/Prince2 certification / any equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in state government e-governance projects .
• Proven track record of managing digital transformation initiatives in collaboration with state departments.
• Experience in handling government procurement, tenders, and vendor management.