Senior Data Governance Specialist

Based at our Newstead office, the Senior Data Governance Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring effective data management practices, compliance, and regulatory capability as it pertains to data, within our organization along with contributing to maintaining data quality, security, and alignment with strategic goals.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

• Provide legal support to the NHVR’s Procurement and Data & Technology teams.
• Develop and implement data governance strategies, policies, and frameworks by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Monitor compliance with data governance policies and recommend improvements.
• Establish, re-invigorate and maintain data stewardship practices.
• Assess data quality and define data quality standards, including data cataloguing, lineage and libraries in conjunction with the Data Managers and Security Engineers whilst driving continuous improvement.
• Foster relationships with key senior level stakeholders and work closely with business units to enhance data maturity and accuracy.
• Lead change management efforts related to data governance initiatives and foster a data-aware culture across the organization.

About You

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• 3+ years’ experience in Data Governance, data management or related roles.
• Understanding of privacy laws, data protection regulations, compliance requirements and data industry standards.
• In-depth understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices with ability to design and implement data governance policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated strong written communication skills including the ability to clearly and concisely articulate complex issues and risks in high level documentation including reports, briefings, business cases and presentations.

We offer:

• A competitive salary package from $131,510.04 + superannuation.
• Monthly RDO and paid leave over Christmas closure.
• Hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home.
• Up to 14.5% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme.
• Leave loading 17.5%.
• Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
• Salary packaging options including novated lease.
• Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan.
• Ongoing training and professional development support.
• Professional membership.

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 12th January 2025 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note : We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

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