Job Title: Data Governance Specialist (NDMO / PDPL)Experience Required:810 Years
Location: Riyadh - Onsite
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist with strong expertise in NDMO standards and PDPL compliance to drive enterprise-wide data governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing data governance frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving data quality across the organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesData Governance & Framework Implementation- Design and implement enterprise data governance frameworks aligned with NDMO guidelines
- Define data policies, standards, and procedures for data management
- Establish data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models
- Develop and maintain data governance operating models and roadmaps
Regulatory Compliance (PDPL)- Ensure organizational compliance with Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
- Define and enforce data privacy, classification, and protection policies
- Work closely with legal and compliance teams to manage data risks
- Conduct audits and assessments to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
Data Quality & Management- Define and implement data quality frameworks, metrics, and monitoring processes
- Identify data quality issues and drive remediation initiatives
- Collaborate with business and IT teams to improve data accuracy, consistency, and completeness
Metadata & Data Management- Manage data cataloging, lineage, and metadata management processes
- Ensure proper documentation of data assets and flows
- Support implementation of data governance tools and platforms
Stakeholder Collaboration- Engage with business stakeholders to promote data governance best practices
- Conduct training and awareness sessions on data governance and data privacy
- Act as a bridge between business, IT, and compliance teams
Required Skills & Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- 510 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or related roles
- Strong knowledge of NDMO data governance framework
- Hands-on experience with PDPL compliance and data privacy regulations
- CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) certification is mandatory
- Experience with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, etc.)
- Strong understanding of data quality, metadata, and data lifecycle management
Preferred Skills- Experience in large-scale enterprise or government environments
- Familiarity with data architecture and data warehousing concepts
- Knowledge of international data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Key Competencies- Strong attention to detail and governance mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to influence and drive change across organizations
- Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability
