Data Control & Governance Senior Specialist

Data Control & Governance Senior Specialist

Job Purpose

The Data Control & Governance Senior Specialist is responsible for overseeing the implementation of data management policies, standards, and related initiatives across the designated department or division. The role ensures alignment with enterprise data governance frameworks and supports the effective adoption of best practices that enhance data quality, compliance, and overall data value.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Ensure all activities are executed in accordance with approved policies, processes, procedures, and guidelines.

Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities in systems, processes, and operational practices to enhance productivity and reduce cost.

Facilitate knowledge transfer to new joiners and reporting staff by introducing them to approved data governance policies and procedures.

Monitor escalated issues related to team members and ensure timely and effective resolution.

2. Data Office Governance

Lead and support the development and implementation of data management programs, including the Data Dictionary, Data Sharing framework, Unified Customer Profile, and Data Monetization initiatives.

Monitor enterprise-wide governance frameworks, identify business requirements, track program progress, and prepare KPI-based performance reports.

Recommend enhancements to improve program execution and overall data governance maturity.

Oversee coordination with business data representatives and departmental data owners to ensure timely submission of program-related reports.

Support the execution of data management compliance assessments and submit findings at the organizational level.

3. Additional Duties

Provide support to colleagues across the Bank when required.

Provide input for reports related to operational activities, achievements, and decision-making.

Perform other tasks as required and when needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience: +6 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or related fields.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Required Competencies

Information Systems Knowledge Advanced

Enterprise Architecture Advanced

Applications Management Advanced

Information Security Proficient

Data Management Advanced

Data Analysis & Reporting Advanced