Job Purpose
Under the general direction and leadership of the Permanent Secretary, the Data Governance Strategist is responsible for developing and leading the implementation of the Data Governance Framework established by the Ministry of Tourism to ensure data quality, security, and compliance with regulations. He/she will also play a crucial role in the alignment of data governance strategy with the Ministry’s overall objectives and strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Technical/Professional:
- Guides the development of the data architecture and management initiatives of the Ministry and its Public Bodies;
- Designs and implements data management strategies, including Data Governance, Architecture and Analytics;
- Oversees the collection, storage, management, quality, access, integrity, and security of data across the Ministry and its Public Bodies;
- Establishes data sharing capabilities with the Ministry’s, Departments, Agencies (MDA’s), and Quasi Government for analyses and measurement frameworks;
- Identifies and sources integrated modelling and analytical tools, including the use of “Big Data”;
- Provides a blueprint for the Ministry’s independent Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure;
- Identifies possible risks and develops the relevant mitigation strategies;
- Ensures legislative and regulatory compliance;
- Provides critical leadership to drive data decisions that require consensus among stakeholders;
- Incorporates data-related mandates from the Permanent Secretary and Data Governance Committee into a Ministerial Strategic Plan;
- Serves as the focal point for internal and external regulatory personnel;
- Prepares relevant policies as outlined in the data governance framework;
- Establishes and chairs executive-level data governance task force;
- Leads the design and implementation of a robust data architecture and infrastructure to support the sourcing, validation, storage, access, and analysis of critical datasets;
- Oversees the identification, analysis and selection, as well as the implementation of a comprehensive Data Warehouse and Master Data Management solutions;
- Develops Data Operation processes and organizational design to ensure data quality, integrity, and security access;
- Drives the rollout of formal data governance practices and policies, including Data Ownership, Flows, Representations, Security, etc;
- Implements formal Data Quality framework, tracks data errors, implements data quality tools and processes;
- Ensures that the data and analytics structures and capabilities of the Divisions are aligned with the organization’s mission, strategy, and objectives;
- Escalates data management standards non-compliance to the executive committee and recommends options to address the non-compliance;
- Leads the process to identify and procures senior-level data resources for the Ministry and its Public Bodies;
- Exercises executive authority over access and controls related to data products where needed;
- Develops and executes a comprehensive data strategy for the Ministry and its Public Bodies that aligns with the existing structure and priorities;
- Engages stakeholders to identify, review and addresses data-related gaps and risks.
- Leads, mentors and develops the team of data professionals;
- Establishes a continuous improvement programme for the data governance framework and practices, leveraging related technologies, including Artificial Intelligence.
Management/Administrative:
- Prepares strategic/operational plans and budget in keeping with the data governance charge;
- Develops Individual Work Plan based on strategic alignment with MOT’s Operational Plan;
- Makes recommendations to the Permanent Secretary and Data Governance Committee on enterprise strategic vision for data management and any other matter that may arise regarding data management;
- Establishes a monitoring and evaluation framework to effectively assess the implementation of the Data Governance Framework and its alignment of plans, programmes, and projects of the Ministry and its departments and agencies;
- Contributes to the planning and development of the Ministry’s strategic direction;
- Prepares and submits performance and other reports relating to the achievement of targets for the ministry and its agencies as required and ensures timely submission of all documents/information requested from the Branch;
- Coordinates activities of relevant committees that contribute to mandate of the data governance office;
- Represents the Ministry at external engagements as required, such as inter-governmental committees, meetings, conferences, and other for a;
- Performs all other related duties and functions as may be required from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:
- Customer & quality focus
- Teamwork & co-operation
- Integrity
- Compliance
- Good interpersonal skills
- Change management
Technical:
- Advanced academic qualifications and experience in the design and implementation of data architecture and infrastructure
- Sound knowledge of data lake, and data warehousing
- Ability to conduct independent research, both quantitative and qualitative in nature
- Sound knowledge and experience in the use of analytical tools, including its integration with Big Data
- Sound knowledge of the Machinery of Government, the role, function, and operations of Cabinet and Parliament
- Experience in establishing a data-sharing network or programme
- Advanced knowledge and experience in programming languages and software development
- Experience in stakeholder analysis and engagement
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; other languages would be an added advantage
- Ability to prioritize amongst conflicting demands, solve business problems and make rational decisions based upon a sound understanding of the facts in limited time
- Good knowledge of GOJ’s policies directed at the tourism sector
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to maintain strong relationships, strong cross cultural skills and versatility in dealing with different types of partnerships
- Personal integrity with an honest and open personal style
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and conviction of purpose in unfavourable or unpopular situations
- Ability to manage limited resources in order to achieve challenging output targets
- The ability to work effectively in stressful and time-sensitive scenarios
- Demonstrate competencies in key technology trends and innovation
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Data Science or a related field.
- Specialized training in data modeling, database design and data warehousing.
- Seven to ten (7-10) years’ experience in data roles management, big data technologies, advanced technologies and governance or related.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing data strategies and architecture
- Professional credibility with extensive hands-on experience in project and change management as well as senior leadership roles within data or data-driven field or equivalent environment
OR
- Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience
Special Condition Associated with the Job
- Work will be conducted in an office equipped with standard office equipment and specialized software. The environment is fast-paced with ongoing interactions with critical stakeholders and meeting tight deadlines, which will result in high degrees of pressure, on occasions.
- May be required to travel locally and internationally to attend conferences, seminars, and meetings, sometimes at short notice.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
