Head of Data Governance

WA Consultants are urgently looking for a Head of Data Governance for our key government client. This role is inside IR35, paying up to £ per day umbrella rate, and is hybrid based with a couple of days per week onsite in Exeter.

1. Lead the implementation of the Environmental Data Strategy and implement the necessary governance required for effective design and delivery of our products and services (including those using AI).

2. Ensure appropriate environmental data governance frameworks, standards and principles are set in line with the corporate strategy, our Enterprise Design Framework, and against the wider context of government and sector organisations requirements, and direct continuous improvement to optimise data governance practices over the full data life cycle.

3. Lead on the development and implementation of assurance processes and set up reporting to the Data Governance Group and other routes as agreed.

4. Encourage a data-driven culture within the organisation by strengthening data literacy skills enabling effective decision-making at all levels. Provide leadership by example with active engagement and input on strategic priority initiatives.

5. Advocate improved environmental data risk management, advising on tactical and strategic matters both technical and non-technical.

6. Advise on requirements for tooling and automation that will support staff across the organisation implement effective data management practices in line with our strategy.

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