Business Analyst (Data Policy)

neutron; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Neutron in Singapore is seeking an experienced Business Analyst (Data Policy) to support a Singapore Government Agency in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust data governance and data protection policies. This role involves policy analysis, development of data governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and cross-agency stakeholder collaboration.

You will help drive responsible data usage and ensure alignment with national standards, public sector regulations, and organisational

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Engineering, Business Analytics, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in data governance, data protection, or data management.
• Formulation of data policies, standards, or frameworks.
• Information lifecycle management or records management.
• Conducting risk assessments or business audits.
• Reviewing data protection and confidentiality clauses in agreements.

Aufgaben

• Develop, review, and refine data governance policies, standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Translate Whole-of-Government (WOG) data policies into practical processes for internal adoption.
• Provide advisory to internal teams on data protection legislation (e.g., PDPA) and public sector data governance requirements.
• Assess data governance implications for new programmes, digital initiatives, and data-sharing arrangements.
• Review agreements, contracts, and MOUs to ensure alignment with confidentiality and data protection obligations.
• Partner with internal departments, government agencies, and external partners on data governance and policy matters.
• Serve as the primary liaison for data policy queries, submissions, and consultations involving WOG stakeholders.
• Facilitate discussions and align expectations with stakeholders across multiple functional areas.
• Develop training materials and conduct engagement sessions to enhance data governance awareness across the organisation.
• Promote best practices in data management and support adoption of enterprise-wide data governance frameworks.
• Manage, track, and report on data access, data-sharing requests, and related governance workflows.
• Support continuous improvement of data governance processes and compliance mechanisms.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Policy analysis

Strong communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Info Mgmt/Engineering/Law

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst (Data Policy) to support a Singapore Government Agency in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust data governance and data protection policies.

This role involves policy analysis, development of data governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and cross-agency stakeholder collaboration. You will help drive responsible data usage and ensure alignment with national standards, public sector regulations, and organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Policy & Standards Development

• Develop, review, and refine data governance policies, standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Translate Whole-of-Government (WOG) data policies into practical processes for internal adoption.
• Support policy areas including data access governance, data sharing, consent management, and third-party data management.

2. Governance Advisory & Compliance

• Provide advisory to internal teams on data protection legislation (e.g., PDPA) and public sector data governance requirements.
• Assess data governance implications for new programmes, digital initiatives, and data-sharing arrangements.
• Review agreements, contracts, and MOUs to ensure alignment with confidentiality and data protection obligations.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with internal departments, government agencies, and external partners on data governance and policy matters.
• Serve as the primary liaison for data policy queries, submissions, and consultations involving WOG stakeholders.
• Facilitate discussions and align expectations with stakeholders across multiple functional areas.

4. Capability Building & Awareness

• Develop training materials and conduct engagement sessions to enhance data governance awareness across the organisation.
• Promote best practices in data management and support adoption of enterprise-wide data governance frameworks.

5. Operational Governance Support

• Manage, track, and report on data access, data-sharing requests, and related governance workflows.
• Support continuous improvement of data governance processes and compliance mechanisms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Engineering, Business Analytics, Law, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Data governance, dat protection, or data managementFormulation of data policies, standards, or frameworksInformation lifecycle management or records managementConducting risk assessments or business auditsReviewing data protection and confidentiality clauses in agreements

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities; able to synthesize complex information.
• High attention to detail with the ability to understand broader policy and organisational implications.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain policy and technical governance concepts clearly.
• Strong stakeholder management, collaboration, and negotiation skills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Programme or project management skills are an advantage.

Preferred Skills

• Professional certifications in data governance, data protection, privacy, analytics, or related areas.
• Experience with Singapore Government IM8 policies.
• Experience in data or cybersecurity.