Data Governance Manager

The Data Governance Manager is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the organization's data governance strategy. This role ensures the integrity, quality, and security of data across the enterprise, while also driving compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting business objectives. The new role will be responsible for managing company-wide data governance activities. Head of DG is responsible for developing and implementing data governance policies, monitoring adherence to data standards, and providing guidance on data management practices. This role involves ensuring data quality, consistency, and security across the entire organization. Key challenges include understanding the business value of data governance, clarifying ownership and responsibility, ensuring data quality, compliance with regulations, implementing a data governance framework, tracking data lineage, managing siloed data, and promoting a data-driven culture. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership, policy development, data quality management, stakeholder collaboration, implementation of data governance tools, regulatory compliance, leading data communities, training and awareness, and performance monitoring.

Bachelor's degree in IT Service Management, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CDMP) are highly desirable. Proven experience in data governance, data management, data compliance and project management or a related field, with a proven track record at a senior level. Knowledge of industry regulations such as GDPR and SOX. Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality management, data security, and privacy regulations. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Strong understanding of data quality, metadata management, and data security. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.