Data Governance Specialist - Policy & Strategy Leader

Metis-Nation-Saskatchewan-; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Métis Nation–Saskatchewan is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of MN-S Data Governance. You will report to the Senior Business Consultant and coordinate governance initiatives across MN-S, including policies, standards, and processes that support data sovereignty and responsible data use.

You will collaborate with departments, IT, Registry, and program areas to strengthen governance practices, improve data quality, and ensure

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Understanding of privacy, confidentiality, records management, and information security principles.
• Knowledge of Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of the MN-S Data Strategy and governance framework.
• Develop and maintain data governance tools, templates, and guidance.
• Monitor progress and prepare governance reports for leadership.

Skills

Data governance

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Microsoft 365

Data quality

Data stewardship

Education

Information Management

Public Administration

Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft 365

Reporting tools

Data management platforms

Job description

Métis Nation–Saskatchewan is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of MN-S Data Governance. You will report to the Senior Business Consultant and coordinate governance initiatives across MN-S, including policies, standards, and processes that support data sovereignty and responsible data use.

You will collaborate with departments, IT, Registry, and program areas to strengthen governance practices, improve data quality, and ensure