Senior Data Governance Leader

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 290,160 - 379,440; Full time

Job summary

AlFuttaim is seeking a Data Governance Manager in Dubai, UAE, responsible for defining and implementing enterprise-wide data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years in data governance or related roles.

This position involves collaborating across diverse teams to ensure compliance and optimize data management practices, significantly contributing to strategic business objectives and digital transformation efforts.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related IT roles.
• Strong knowledge of data strategy, data governance and stewardship, data quality, MDM, metadata management, and data architecture.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders across business and IT organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support execution and continuous evolution of the enterprise Data Management Strategy.
• Design, implement, and enhance data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and ownership models.
• Establish and manage the Data Stewardship operating model with clear roles and accountability across business and IT.

Skills

Enterprise data governance and stewardship

Data quality and master data management

Metadata, cataloguing, and data classification

Regulatory compliance and data protection alignment

Stakeholder engagement and facilitation

Analytical problem solving and change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Management, or a related discipline

Tools

Collibra

Informatica

Alation

Talend

IBM Infosphere

Oval Edge

SAP

Ataccama

Syniti

Job description

AlFuttaim is seeking a Data Governance Manager in Dubai, UAE, responsible for defining and implementing enterprise-wide data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years in data governance or related roles.

This position involves collaborating across diverse teams to ensure compliance and optimize data management practices, significantly contributing to strategic business objectives and digital transformation efforts.