[What the role is]

[What you will be working on]

• Shape MAS' enterprise data governance approach by developing policies, frameworks and standards that meet Whole-of-Government requirements while addressing MAS' business and operational needs.
• Lead initiatives to strengthen data management practices across data ownership and stewardship, metadata, data quality, classification, access, sharing and lifecycle management.
• Improve how data is discovered and understood by advancing MAS' enterprise data catalogue and metadata capabilities, making it easier for departments to find and use relevant data.
• Strengthen data readiness for analytics and AI by improving data quality, context, provenance and governance to support reliable and responsible use.
• Embed governance into data and AI initiatives, working with business and technology teams to address governance considerations early and enable responsible innovation.
• Tackle complex and emerging data governance issues, providing sound advice and developing practical solutions that balance data use, security and compliance.
• Oversee data incident management and follow-up by working with relevant departments to assess incidents, identify root causes and strengthen controls to prevent recurrence.
• Strengthen data accountability and adoption across MAS by engaging departments, building awareness and translating governance requirements into everyday practices.

[What we are looking for]

• Relevant qualifications in data or information management, information systems, computer science, public policy, business, law or a related discipline.
• Experience in data governance, data management, information governance or related fields, preferably in a large organisation, public sector or regulated environment.
• Sound understanding of data governance principles and practices, including data ownership and stewardship, metadata, data quality, classification, access, sharing and lifecycle management.
• Good appreciation of how trusted and well-governed data enables analytics and AI, including the importance of data quality, context and provenance.
• Familiarity with Whole-of-Government data policies and frameworks would be an advantage.
• Experience with enterprise data platforms, data catalogues or metadata management solutions, such as Snowflake Horizon Catalogue or similar tools, would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate complex issues, influence stakeholders and translate governance requirements into workable solutions.
• Self-driven and collaborative, with the ability to take ownership of initiatives and work effectively with stakeholders across MAS.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and needs of stakeholders, as well as the agility to respond to changes and developments.

This is a 2-year contract position. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.