Data Governance & Strategy Manager

Dubai Permanent View Job Description
A visionary and experienced Data Governance and Strategy Manager to lead the creation and implementation of a best-in-class data governance program for our large-scale business.This is a groundbreaking opportunity to build a green-field data governance team from the ground up. You will be a pioneer, shaping how our company leverages its data assets to drive strategic decision-making, optimize operations, and unlock significant business value.
  • Groundbreaking opportunity to build a green-field data governance team.
  • Lead the Formation and Management of a Data Governance team

About Our Client

A major player in the UAE that is looking to set up a brand-new Data Governance function.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for establishing a data governance function within the organisation.
  • Define the data governance vision, mission, and core principles, aligning them with business goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Implement a data governance framework that facilitates self-service data access while ensuring data integrity and responsible use.
  • Develop and execute a robust communication strategy to educate stakeholders across the organisation on data governance principles and best practices.
  • Foster a collaborative data-centric culture where business units understand the value of data governance and actively participate in data stewardship.
  • ]Work with business leaders to identify and prioritise data initiatives that align with strategic objectives.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field with minimum 8 years of experience in data governance and strategy.
  • Proven track record of successfully establishing and leading data governance programs in large-scale organisations.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
  • The ability to influence and build consensus across diverse business stakeholders, IT teams, and senior leadership.
  • A strategic mindset with a focus on business outcomes and data-driven decision making.

What's on Offer

  • The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our data-driven culture.
Contact
Manpreet Kaur
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6485856

Job summary

Sector
Technology
Subsector
Consulting
Industry
Business Services
Location
Dubai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Manpreet Kaur
Job reference
JN-072024-6485856