Data Steward

Job Title: Data Steward

Contract Type: Contract

Location: Cape Town CBD

We are currently seeking a dynamic and hands-on individual to join our client's team as a Data Steward on a contract basis.

Responsibilities:

As a Data Steward, you will be responsible for the following key areas:

1. Data Quality and Cataloguing:

   • Actively participate in the provision of data stewardship services with a primary focus on improving Data Quality and efficient data cataloguing.
   • Collaborate with business units to identify, prioritize, and define Critical Data Elements (CDEs).

2. Data Quality Rules:

   • Define Data Quality (DQ) rules in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure adherence to data quality standards.
   • Implement mechanisms for DQ reporting indicators and develop efficient monitoring and reporting processes.

3. Automation of DQ Assessment:

   • Lead the automation efforts for Data Quality assessment, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring timely and accurate insights into the quality of data.

4. DQ Remediation Workflows:

   • Define and implement Data Quality remediation workflows, actively engaging with business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and IT Data Custodians.

5. DQ Prevention Mechanisms:

   • Develop and implement preventive measures to enhance Data Quality, working closely with relevant teams to embed DQ prevention mechanisms.

6. Stakeholder Engagement:

   • Establish and maintain ongoing engagement with Business SMEs, IT Data Custodians, and the Group Data Governance team.
   • Ensure alignment in the implementation of data policies and standards, including ML Model Governance.

7. Hands-on Business Unit Support:

   • Act as a 'Doer' within assigned Business Units, working closely with the business to assess and improve the quality of data.
   • Define business metadata and actively contribute to data improvement initiatives, ensuring a hands-on approach.

8. Documentation:

   • Maintain comprehensive documentation of data quality processes, rules, and workflows.
   • Provide regular updates and reports on the status of data quality initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Management, Business).
• Proven experience in a hands-on Data Steward or similar role, actively involved in improving data quality.
• Strong understanding of Data Quality principles and methodologies.
• Experience with data cataloguing tools and practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with ML Model Governance is a plus.

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for data quality improvement and hands-on experience in data stewardship, we invite you to apply for this contract position.

Note: Please include your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the qualifications.