Data Governance Manager (Jhb)

MVG Recruitment Specialists; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Data Governance Manager in Cape Town. The role involves managing data governance and quality analysts, defining standards, and embedding governance practices to ensure high-quality insights. Candidates should have strong experience in data management frameworks and leading data projects. Competitive salary offered in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale data projects from scoping to delivery.
• 3 years exposure in data analytics & governance requirements.
• Strong background in adoption of DevOps & Security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic data initiatives and ensure compliance with governance frameworks.
• Drive adoption of DevOps practices to manage delivery and performance.
• Monitor and improve data quality across systems and processes.

Skills

SQL

Data Collection

GCP

Master Data Management

R

Data Management

Clinical Trials

User Acceptance Testing

Data Warehouse

SAS

Oracle

Data Analysis Skills

Education

NQF Level 7 qualification or equivalent in data management

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related field

Job description

Introduction

Are you passionate about data integrity governance and enabling insight-driven decision-making Were looking for a Data Governance Manager to drive enterprise-wide data quality and governance initiatives ensuring data is trusted accessible and aligned with strategic goals.

About the Role

As the Data Governance Lead youll manage a team of Data Governance and Data Quality Analysts working closely with business data owners to define standards catalogue critical data assets and embed governance practices across the organisation. Youll play a pivotal role in enabling high-quality insights that support person-centred strategies and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support strategic data initiatives and ensure compliance with governance frameworks
• Drive adoption of DevOps practices to manage delivery and performance
• Monitor and improve data quality across systems and processes
• Oversee data cataloguing lineage and lifecycle management
• Collaborate with business units to define and document data standards
• Lead and mentor a team of governance and quality analysts

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• NQF Level 7 qualification or equivalent in data management
• Proven experience in developing and adopting governance frameworks
• 3 years exposure in data analytics & governance requirements related to this
• 3 years experience in governance or information management
• Strong background in adoption of Devops & Security frameworks
• Strong background in business process modelling data lifecycle and master data management
• Proven experience leading large-scale data projects from scoping to delivery

Preferred

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science or related field
• Exposure to regulated industries

Skills & Attributes

• Advanced MS Office proficiency especially Excel
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills
• Organised solution-focused and collaborative
• Comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Key Skills

• SQL
• Data Collection
• GCP
• Master Data Management
• R
• Data Management
• Clinical Trials
• User Acceptance Testing
• Data Warehouse
• SAS
• Oracle
• Data Analysis Skills

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Required Experience : Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1