Data & AI Governance Lead

Davidson ·www.davidsonwp.com

Location Seddon, Victoria, Australia
Salary AUD 900 - 1,100 / month
Type Full time
Level Lead
Source Shazamme
Information & Communication Technology
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About the Company

Our client is a leading government organisation

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Data and Security, this role will lead the development and implementation of the organisation's data governance framework, ensuring the effective, compliant, and responsible use of data across the business.

Key responsibilities:

  • Developing and implementing an enterprise-wide Data Governance Framework, aligned with organisational objectives, compliance obligations, and industry best practice.
  • Establishing and embedding data stewardship, data quality, and data lifecycle management practices to improve organisational data capability and maturity.
  • Creating and delivering a governance roadmap, including governance forums, working groups, reporting structures, and stakeholder engagement models.
  • Identifying and managing data-related risks, privacy obligations, regulatory compliance requirements, and data breach response processes.
  • Partnering with business and technology leaders to drive governance adoption, strengthen accountability, and foster a culture of data ownership across the organisation.

About You

  • Demonstrated experience in Data Governance, Information Governance, or Data Management roles.
  • Proven success developing and implementing governance frameworks and maturity roadmaps within organisations building or uplifting their governance capability.
  • Strong knowledge of data quality, stewardship, lifecycle management, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Experience operating within a regulated environment.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Data Management, Information Systems, Governance, or a related discipline.

Desirable:

  • Exposure to AI governance, responsible AI practices, or emerging governance frameworks.
  • Experience delivering governance training and awareness initiatives.
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or similar certification.

The Benefits

  • 6-month initial contract with view to extend or go perm
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Competitive day rates




Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Maaz Mian on Maaz.Mian@Davidsonwp.com, quoting reference JN -062026-43698. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com

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The Data & AI Governance Lead role with Davidson is based in Seddon, VIC, AU.
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