Data Management Specialist

Role Purpose

The Data Management Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing enterprise-wide data management practices. The role focuses on ensuring data quality, security, compliance, and effective data utilization aligned with regulatory frameworks such as PDPL and NDMO guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement data management and governance frameworks across the organization
• Establish and enforce data quality standards, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity
• Develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata management, and data lineage documentation
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and protection regulations (e.g., PDPL)
• Align data practices with national-level frameworks such as NDMO (where applicable)
• Monitor data lifecycle management including data acquisition, storage, archival, and disposal
• Lead initiatives related to Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Governance tools implementation
• Conduct data audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting
• Provide guidance on data security, access controls, and data classification
• Work closely with analytics teams to enable data-driven decision making

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in Data Management, Data Governance, and Data Quality frameworks
• Hands-on experience with metadata management and data catalog tools
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (PDPL or similar frameworks)
• Understanding of NDMO or equivalent national data governance frameworks (good to have)
• Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Excellent documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) certification – good to have
• Certifications in data governance, data privacy, or cloud platforms are a plus
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field