Data Governance Expert📣 Job Ad

About the Role

stc is seeking a Data Governance Expert to join its team in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is responsible for supporting the implementation and enhancement of data governance practices, ensuring alignment with national and internal standards. The position requires 0-1 years of experience.

Role Purpose

The Data Governance Expert supports the development and improvement of Specialized’s data governance, encompassing data architecture, classification, lifecycle management, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and open data activities. This role ensures adherence to NDMO and PDPL requirements, stc Group data management directives, and internal governance standards, contributing to data quality, privacy, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. All duties are to be performed in accordance with established business policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of enterprise data architecture in line with business objectives and stc Group data management standards.
• Monitor and track KPIs related to NDMO and PDPL domain maturity, identifying gaps and supporting necessary improvement actions.
• Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of the Identity and Access Management (IAM) framework, policies, and controls.
• Implement data governance policies, standards, and guidelines in alignment with stc Group directives and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain data governance policies, procedures, and related documentation within centralized repositories to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Support the implementation of data classification and lifecycle management practices, including data retention, archival, and secure disposal.
• Execute and coordinate open data management activities, such as dataset identification, preparation, publication, and periodic updates.
• Conduct quality reviews of published open data and associated metadata to ensure accuracy, completeness, and relevance.
• Monitor open data activities and apply appropriate privacy and data protection controls to ensure alignment with national data classification and privacy requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support open data publication priorities and ensure alignment with organizational transparency objectives.
• Support data governance and open data awareness initiatives in coordination with relevant stakeholders and the Data Governance Council.
• Identify opportunities to enhance data governance practices based on regulatory developments, operational needs, and recognized best practices.

Experience and Qualifications

• 0-1 years of relevant experience in data governance or a related field.
• Understanding of data architecture, data classification, and lifecycle management principles.
• Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks.
• Knowledge of NDMO and PDPL requirements is beneficial.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic environment focused on enhancing data management practices across stc.

Application Information

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this role. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.