Senior Data Governance Lead

Stats NZ; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hours work week

15 days sick leave allowance

3 extra days off

Active social club

Job summary

Stats NZ in New Zealand is seeking a permanent Data Governance Specialist within the Data and Information Management unit. Based in Wellington or Christchurch, you will strengthen enterprise data governance and mature data management practices across the organisation.

You’ll work closely with Data Stewards, Governance Groups, and stakeholders to support the effective operation of the Data Governance Framework, including preparing governance papers, standards and guidance, coordinating actions,

Qualifications

• Experience working in data and information management, data governance, information governance or a related field
• A 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, guidance and recommendations
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence without direct authority
• Experience coordinating complex work programmes and maintaining momentum across multiple stakeholders
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Knowledge and experience of, or a willingness to build capability in, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Māori, tikanga Māori and te reo Māori

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 mgmt

Written comms

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Job description

Stats NZ in New Zealand is seeking a permanent Data Governance Specialist within the Data and Information Management unit. Based in Wellington or Christchurch, you will strengthen enterprise data governance and mature data management practices across the organisation.

You’ll work closely with Data Stewards, Governance Groups, and stakeholders to support the effective operation of the Data Governance Framework, including preparing governance papers, standards and guidance, coordinating actions,