Senior Data Governance Advisor

New Zealand Government; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hours work week

15 days sick leave

3 extra days off during year-end

Active social club in each office

Job summary

Stats NZ is seeking a permanent role in the Data and Information Management unit to strengthen enterprise data governance and mature data management practices. Based in Wellington or Christchurch, you will collaborate with Data Stewards, governance groups, and stakeholders to support the Data Governance Framework and improve data management.

You will provide assurance and coordination for enterprise data governance, prepare governance papers and guidance, and support governance forums across the

Qualifications

• Experience in data and information management, data governance or related field.
• Strong understanding of the data lifecycle and data management best practice.
• Experience supporting governance forums and progressing complex issues through governance processes.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing governance papers, standards and guidance.
• Strong stakeholder management and the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te ao Māori, with willingness to build capability.

Responsibilities

• Providing assurance and coordination support for enterprise data governance.
• Preparing governance papers, briefings, standards and guidance materials.
• Supporting the Data Working Group and related governance forums.
• Coordinating actions, issues and decisions across teams.
• Consulting with stakeholders and translating feedback into practical solutions.
• Supporting the consistent implementation of data management practices across Stats NZ.
• Providing advice on best-practice data management and governance approaches.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Governance coordination

Communication skills

Te Tiriti knowledge

Job description

Stats NZ is seeking a permanent role in the Data and Information Management unit to strengthen enterprise data governance and mature data management practices. Based in Wellington or Christchurch, you will collaborate with Data Stewards, governance groups, and stakeholders to support the Data Governance Framework and improve data management.

You will provide assurance and coordination for enterprise data governance, prepare governance papers and guidance, and support governance forums across the