Associate Partner – Digitalisation

CIVITTA

. Build and sell a public-sector digital transformation practice in Croatia .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeCroatiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in digital transformation consulting, with a strong focus on data governance, system implementation, and compliance with NIS2 and AI regulations. Proven ability to lead projects that drive societal impact and manage EU-funded tenders effectively.

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Digital Transformation ConsultingData Governance and InteroperabilityNIS2 / ISO 27001 ComplianceEU-Funded TendersProject Management Office (PMO)

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Hard Skills

System ImplementationProcess ModelingAI GovernanceProject Lifecycle ManagementFeasibility Studies

Soft Skills

Entrepreneurial MindsetClient EngagementNetworking

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPISO 27001 Lead AuditorTOGAFDAMAPMPPRINCE2

Industry Keywords

Public SectorDigital SolutionsEU ProcurementCyber ComplianceInternational Public-Sector Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and sell a public-sector digital transformation practice in Croatia
Develop offerings covering system implementation and PMO, process modeling, data governance and registry quality, NIS2/cyber compliance, AI Act conformity, and AI readiness
Sell to ministries, agencies, and state-owned enterprises through EU-funded procurement and IFI programmes
Lead client engagements and deliver projects using Civitta’s shared digital transformation delivery team and partner network
Contribute expertise and specialists to EU framework contracts and international public-sector projects
Generate project opportunities and manage projects that create long-lasting societal impact
Work across the full digital-solutions project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and system selection to requirements and PMO support

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years in digital transformation consulting or public digital/IT leadership
Track record of personally sold or led digital work of EUR 1m+ over the last three years, with named references
Active network in the national private or public sector
Hands-on depth in at least one of: data governance and interoperability, large IT system implementation or PMO, NIS2 / ISO 27001 compliance, AI governance
Experience with EU-funded tenders, including writing or leading proposals under national procurement law or PRAG
Fluent English and native-level local language
Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with a partner model where income follows the market built
Senior Manager, Director, or equivalent experience at a Big Four or leading technology/management consulting firm is a strong plus
Former manager at a national e-government agency, ministry, cyber security centre, or similar is a strong plus
Certifications such as CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, TOGAF/DAMA, PMP/PRINCE2 are a strong plus
Existing relationship with EBRD, World Bank, or KfW country teams is a strong plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Accelerated career growth through coaching, mentoring, and regular performance reviews
Guaranteed monthly salary
Performance-based rewards, including profit sharing based on individual P&L
Additional team and group-wide profit sharing
Opportunity to become a shareholder over time
Flexible working hours
Option to work from home twice a week
City-centre office workspace
Team bonding activities, including Christmas parties and Summer events
Spontaneous celebrations and monthly team breakfasts or lunches
Annual international offsite trips
Gifts programme, including welcome boxes, birthday surprises, and holiday cheer
Local benefits package, including Multisport card, The Spot Coworking office, and weekly fruit baskets