Data Governance Manager
Vacancies Global
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Ghana
Full Time
Job Expires in
2w 3d
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Data Governance Manager you will:
- Lead Data Governance Implementation: Drive the implementation of our data governance framework across data domains, consistent with DAMA, collaborating with business units to ensure adoption and adherence to data standards.
- Develop and Enforce Data Policies: Assist in developing and documenting data governance policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, LGPD, EU Act) and business needs.
- Establish Data Ownership and Stewardship: Define and assign data ownership and stewardship roles within each data domain, ensuring clear lines of accountability and responsibility.
- Implement Data Cataloging and Classification: Utilize the data governance tool to implement and maintain a robust data catalog, including defining metadata standards, classifying data, and identifying Critical Data Elements (CDEs).
- Drive Data Quality: Guide business units in using the data governance tool to achieve consistent data quality, implementing data quality rules, and monitoring data quality metrics.
- Provide Training and Knowledge Transfer: Develop and deliver training programs to business users on data governance policies, procedures, and tool usage. Foster a data-driven culture and promote data literacy across the organization.
- Ensure Tool Optimization: Advise on best practices and configurations within the data governance tool to maximize its effectiveness in supporting data governance processes.
- Manage Data Governance Implementation Project Effectively: Manage the implementation, adapt to circumstances, track progress, manage risks, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Champion Change Management: Effectively manage change related to data governance initiatives, addressing concerns and resistance to ensure successful adoption and sustained compliance.
What you’ll bring:
- Proven Experience: 5+ years of demonstrable experience in data governance, with a strong focus on implementing data governance frameworks and tools.
- Tool Expertise: Hands-on experience with leading data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Unity Data Catalog), including configuration, customization, and using tools to enforce policies and manage workflows.
- Data Standards and Policy Development: Strong understanding of data governance principles, methodologies, and best practices. Experience in developing and implementing data standards, policies, and procedures.
- Data Ownership and Stewardship: Experience in defining and assigning data ownership and stewardship roles, and working effectively with data stewards and data owners.
- Data Cataloging and Classification: Experience with data cataloging and classification initiatives, including defining metadata standards, classifying data, and identifying critical data elements.
- Training and Knowledge Transfer: Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging training programs on data governance topics.
- Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across different business units.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, executing, and delivering data governance projects with defined timelines and milestones.
- Change Management: Experience in managing change related to data governance initiatives, with the ability to overcome resistance and drive adoption.
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
, East Gonja Municipal District, Savannah Region, Ghana, Savannah Region, Ghana
Job Overview
Location
, East Gonja Municipal District, Savannah Region, Ghana, Savannah Region, Ghana