Advancement Data & Records Governance Manager

University of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta seeks a Manager, Advancement Records to lead strategic data governance, records stewardship, and privacy compliance for the Development and Alumni Relations portfolio. Hybrid work with in-person duties at Enterprise Square, Edmonton, and oversight of the Advance ERP system biographical module.

The role shapes data integrity for ~500,000 alumni and donors, guides records management strategy, and directs a high-performing team in a complex, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies, Archival Studies or Information Management is strongly preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Five to seven years of information management, data management and technology experience, preferably in higher education or other non‑profit fundraising.
• Comprehensive knowledge of records, information and data management policies, processes, procedures, standards, acts and legislation.
• Knowledge of POPA/ATIA. IAPP or CIPP certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in relational database management, systems development, database concepts and report development.
• Knowledge of current and innovative records and information management trends and technologies, specifically EDRMS or records management software.
• Program leadership to maximize team performance and manage resources.
• Excellent communicator with high proficiency in listening, writing and verbal communication.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and building and maintaining collaborative stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert leadership and strategic direction for data governance and digital records management.
• Partners with stakeholders in establishing data governance frameworks, controls, standards, and quality criteria.
• Provides leadership in privacy, access, and information security compliance for Development and Alumni Relations.
• Leads unit operations, strategic priority setting, resource planning, and budget oversight for Advancement Records.
• Leads, coaches, and manages the Advancement Records team, including staffing and performance management.

Skills

Data governance leadership

Privacy and information security

Relational database management

EDRMS/records management

Vendor management

Strong communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's Degree in Library and Information Studies / Archival Studies / Information Management

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

IAPP / CIPP certification

Job description

The University of Alberta seeks a Manager, Advancement Records to lead strategic data governance, records stewardship, and privacy compliance for the Development and Alumni Relations portfolio. Hybrid work with in-person duties at Enterprise Square, Edmonton, and oversight of the Advance ERP system biographical module.

The role shapes data integrity for ~500,000 alumni and donors, guides records management strategy, and directs a high-performing team in a complex, regulated environment.