Data Governance Manager - 2-Year Engagement

Location: Riyadh, KSA.
Years of Experience: 10+ years of experience.
Project Duration: 2 years.
Working Arrangement: on-site.
Language Requirements: Fluency in Arabic & English (written and spoken).

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Governance Manager for a 2-year engagement to lead and support the development and implementation of robust data governance and management frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in data governance, policy development, and enterprise data strategy, with deep knowledge of NDMO standards and international best practices. This role requires a strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure the organization’s data assets are governed, protected, and leveraged effectively.

Key Qualifications

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  Minimum 10 years of experience in data management and data governance.

  
  


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  Proven experience in designing data governance frameworks, and implementing policies and procedures.

  
  


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  Strong understanding of NDMO (National Data Management Office) standards and international best practices.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or equivalent.

Other Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination abilities.


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  Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and leading workshops or training sessions.

  
  


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  Capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously in a structured and deadline-driven environment.

  
  

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Governance Strategy & Implementation

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  Design and implement enterprise data governance frameworks, aligned with NDMO and international standards.

  
  


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  Develop and enforce data policies, standards, and procedures for consistent data management across the organization.

  
  

2. Maturity Assessment & Roadmap Development

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  Conduct current-state assessments of data governance capabilities and identify maturity gaps.

  
  


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  Create and maintain a data governance roadmap, ensuring ongoing improvement and scalability.

  
  

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

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  Collaborate with business, IT, legal, and compliance teams to align data governance initiatives.

  
  


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  Facilitate workshops and meetings to promote data stewardship and accountability across business units.

  
  

4. Regulatory Alignment & Risk Management

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  Ensure organizational practices are aligned with PDPL and other regulatory data requirements.

  
  


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  Monitor compliance risks related to data handling, storage, classification, and access.

  
  

5. Training, Tools & Documentation

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  Support the deployment of data governance platforms and metadata tools.

  
  


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  Prepare and deliver training materials and documentation to ensure widespread understanding and adoption of data governance practices.

  
  

This role is ideal for a seasoned data governance professional ready to make a long-term impact through strategic planning, regulatory alignment, and operational excellence in data management. If you bring deep domain expertise and a proactive approach to data governance, we welcome your application. 📊🔐

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