Program & Governance Lead
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About the Role
MVP Application and game design L.L.C seeks a Program & Governance Lead to oversee a strategic data governance and transformation program in Abu Dhabi.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the overall program roadmap, including phases, deliverables, and quarterly milestones
- Ensure successful execution of program objectives within agreed timelines and quality standards
- Monitor program performance, risks, dependencies, and resource requirements
- Design and implement the data governance framework, including data ownership, stewardship, and accountability structures
- Develop and maintain data standards, data dictionaries, and data quality guidelines
- Establish standardized data entry procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and accuracy
- Promote data governance best practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies
- Engage with business and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption of governance practices
- Facilitate governance committees, workshops, and decision making forums
- Prepare executive level presentations, status reports, and governance updates
- Communicate program progress, challenges, and recommendations to senior leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Management, Computer Science, Data Management, or related field
- Proven experience as a Senior Program Manager, Data Governance Consultant, or equivalent leadership role
- Demonstrated success leading data management, Master Data Management (MDM), or digital transformation programs
- Experience working within government entities, public sector organizations, or large enterprises is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of data governance frameworks such as DAMA DMBOK or similar methodologies
- Fluent in both Arabic and English (written and spoken)
- Program & Governance Lead: 5 years (Required)
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Position Overview
- We are seeking an experienced Program & Governance Lead to oversee and drive a strategic data governance and transformation program.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the overall program delivery, establishing governance frameworks, defining data standards, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- This role will work closely with senior stakeholders and report directly to the client's General Manager.
Key Responsibilities Program Leadership
- Develop and manage the overall program roadmap, including phases, deliverables, and quarterly milestones.
- Ensure successful execution of program objectives within agreed timelines and quality standards.
- Monitor program performance, risks, dependencies, and resource requirements.
Key Responsibilities Data Governance & Standards
- Design and implement the data governance framework, including data ownership, stewardship, and accountability structures.
- Develop and maintain data standards, data dictionaries, and data quality guidelines.
- Establish standardized data entry procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and accuracy across the organization.
- Promote data governance best practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities Stakeholder Management
- Engage with business and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption of governance practices.
- Facilitate governance committees, workshops, and decision making forums.
- Prepare executive level presentations, status reports, and governance updates.
- Communicate program progress, challenges, and recommendations to senior leadership.
Candidate Profile Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Management, Computer Science, Data Management, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
- Proven experience as a Senior Program Manager, Data Governance Consultant, or equivalent leadership role.
- Demonstrated success leading data management, Master Data Management (MDM), or digital transformation programs.
- Experience working within government entities, public sector organizations, or large enterprises is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of data governance frameworks such as DAMA DMBOK or similar methodologies.
Candidate Profile Skills & Competencies
- Excellent program and project management capabilities.
- Strong knowledge of data governance principles, data quality management, and organizational change management.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
- Ability to influence decision making across multiple business functions.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and strategic planning abilities.
Language Requirements
- Fluent in both Arabic and English (written and spoken).
- Confident presenter with the ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and senior stakeholders.
Additional Information
- Education: Bachelor's (Required).
- Experience: Program & Governance Lead: 5 years (Required).
- Language: Arabic (Required), English (Required).
- Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred).
- Work Location: In person.
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