Strategic Data & AI Governance Lead

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is seeking an experienced Data & AI Governance Lead to drive governance frameworks, responsible AI practices, data risk management and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The role sits at the intersection of Data, AI, Risk, Governance and Business, focusing on mature, future-focused governance environments.

You will develop strategies, embed Responsible AI governance, oversee AI use cases, and mentor governance practitioners while engaging senior stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Studies or a related field.
• 8+ years' experience across data/information management and governance.
• Experience in financial services or a similarly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of frameworks such as DAMA, COBIT, King IV and relevant regulatory requirements.
• 35 years' exposure to AI Governance, Responsible AI, Model Governance or AI Compliance would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive Data & AI Governance strategies, frameworks and roadmaps.
• Establish and embed Responsible AI governance and AI risk management practices.
• Oversee AI use cases from intake and approval through to monitoring.
• Drive AI readiness across strategic data products and datasets.
• Strengthen data quality, lineage, ownership, metadata and governance controls.
• Provide governance assurance across risk, privacy, security and compliance.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, Internal Audit, IT and business teams.
• Identify governance gaps and drive remediation and continuous improvement.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging AI, data and regulatory trends.
• Mentor and guide Data & AI Governance practitioners.

Skills

Data governance

AI governance

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Information Studies degree

Job description

Network Recruitment is seeking an experienced Data & AI Governance Lead to drive governance frameworks, responsible AI practices, data risk management and regulatory compliance across the organisation. The role sits at the intersection of Data, AI, Risk, Governance and Business, focusing on mature, future-focused governance environments.

You will develop strategies, embed Responsible AI governance, oversee AI use cases, and mentor governance practitioners while engaging senior stakeholders and