64 Data Governance jobs in South Africa

Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

• B.Eng. or BSc in Computer Science or related field such as Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering/Data Management/ Information Systems/ Computer Science/Computer Studies/Information Technology/ Data Analytics/ Data Management/ Information Systems
• Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science or related field such as Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering/Data Management/ Information Systems/ Computer Science/Computer Studies/Information Technology/ Data Analytics/ Data Management/ Information Systems will be an advantage

Minimum Years Of Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in data governance in information technology specifically in data management, of which 3 years managerial level experience is required preferably in air traffic services/ air traffic management
• Proven experience in data management, familiarity with database technologies and knowledge of data administration and governance functions is required
• Familiarity with various tools and technologies to oversee and lead data governance initiatives effectively

Role: Data governance PM

Location: City of Johannesburg, SA

Type: Contract

We need CVs for Data governance PM, who can do a security audit with multiple opcos.

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Company Description

With a legacy of over 160 years in Africa, Standard Bank Group understands the abundant opportunities within the continent. Our vision extends beyond geography, recognizing growth potential in our people, customers, and entrepreneurs. Operating in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we drive inclusive and sustainable economic development. As a trusted partner, we raise standards and aspire to greater heights. Join us on our transformative journey to propel Africa into the future.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role as a Manager, Data Governance located in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, with some work from home permitted. The Manager, Data Governance will be responsible for developing and implementing data governance strategies, policies, and practices. Day-to-day tasks include overseeing data management, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, facilitating data management initiatives, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective data governance. The role also involves managing data governance tools and technologies, providing guidance on data-related issues, and fostering a culture of data stewardship within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in Data Governance and Data Management knowledge areas
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance related to data
• Proficiency in data governance tools and technologies
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage data governance initiatives
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with various stakeholders
• Ability to foster a culture of data stewardship and promote best practices
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• Experience in the banking or financial services industry is a plus

Company Description
Rank Interactive, the digital arm of the Rank Group plc, stands as a leading global digital gaming company fuelled by top-tier talent and technology. Recognised through iconic brands, our products and our people, we bring entertainment to millions of people worldwide on various devices daily.

Operating with a multi-branded strategy, we offer online entertainment, bingo and slot gaming, along with a social gaming mobile experience, using a mix of proprietary and licensed software.

With offices in the UK, Gibraltar, Mauritius & South Africa and being part of a group with approximately 8,000 employees globally; we unite people and entertainment across diverse digital channels.

Joining our high-performing and inclusive culture, you'll instantly become part of a team supporting our customer-facing initiatives.

Job Description
Rank's Data Team is leading the way in delivering innovative data solutions, from building a cutting-edge data lakehouse, to mapping end to end data lineage and on to a highly personalised real-time customer solution we've got it covered. As the Data Governance Analyst you'll be the bridge between our business stakeholders and the technical teams working to gain their buy in and ensuring we deliver high quality, trusted data.

The Data Governance Analyst's role is focused on making sure our data is understood, controlled and high-quality. Working as part of a dynamic team in a regulated environment this role will be key in shaping the future of Data Governance at Rank. Core within this role will be….

• Stakeholder management – Collaborate closely with business leaders, project teams, engineers, architects, and testers to foster a culture of data excellence.
• Establish data management principles, policies, procedures, and standards – guide the way for future data initiatives.
• Expand the metadata management and cataloguing capability – Take responsibility for ensuring data is understood across Rank.
• Embed best practice in Rank's single source of truth for data – Lead the activities to champion data quality, discoverability, and best practice for our flagship system.
• Lead & facilitate action-oriented data working groups – drive practical solutions for impactful governance.
• Champion high-quality data – guarantee valuable data is well-managed, compliant, and delivers maximum value by identifying and unblocking issues.
• Support the governance of AI – Support the design and delivery of a fit for purpose data governance approach for AI, ensuring we are effectively managing data and unlocking value.

Qualifications
To excel in this role, we're looking for a strong people person, someone with exceptional attention to detail and a relevant background in data….

• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to communicate with senior stakeholder management.
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate if and where issues are identified.
• A passion for data and doing the right things the right way.
• A data background, ideally in data governance / data management role or as a data analyst.
• An understanding of data management aspects e.g. business data ownership.
• Experience with a data cataloguing and metadata management tool(s).
• Experience engaging and influencing at all levels of the business (e.g. running working groups and data councils).
• The ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight timelines.

Additional Information
Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment – so you can #BeYourself

is important. From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we're here for you.

We'll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance – we've got you covered.

• Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have a chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what's in place in your location.

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers.

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.

Job Overview

Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Location: ZA, GP, Roodepoort, 4 Ellis Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: A-0001

Date Posted: 9/2/2025

Job Description

Implement data governance strategies, frameworks and roadmaps. Responsible for the execution of Data Governance related activities by monitoring the effectiveness of and adherence to governance processes that support the active management of identified information, data practices and data assets according to agreed standards and policies. To co-ordinate requests and execute requirements from regulatory and governance bodies pertaining to Data Services.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree

Field of Study: Information Studies

Experience Required

Information Lifecycle Management

Data & Analytics

3-4 years

Experience with and understanding of risk management and terminology within related area of financial services, such as banking, investment asset management or insurance. Understanding of related products and services, and basic business processes.

3-4 years

Sound knowledge and understanding of policies (including but not limited to Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI), financial market acts, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Business Unit specific regulatory requirements/legislation. Knowledge of DAMA Framework for end-to-end Information Lifecycle. Knowledge of Internal Audit, Governance Frameworks, COBIT 5, King IV, Knowledge of Industry Frameworks: e.g. PCI-DSS.

5-7 years

Experience in data and information environment with knowledge of Data Management and sound understanding of capabilities of the landscape e.g. data modelling - how to translate data governance into a business value/understanding. Experience in providing information governance assurance to business stakeholders. Experience in data remediation practices. Exposure to various Business Support functions.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

Adopting Practical Approaches

Convincing People

Developing Strategies

Documenting Facts

Examining Information

Exploring Possibilities

Interpreting Data

Inviting Feedback

Providing Insights

Taking Action

Team Working

Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

Business Acumen (Audit)

Data Compliance

Data Management (Administration)

Data Quality

Evaluation of Internal Controls

Information Management

Process Governance

Remedial Action Development

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What We'll Bring
The focus of this role is developing relationships with key stakeholders, understanding, and analysing their concerns and then collaborating with those stakeholders to propose solutions that meet the underlying needs within the technical, architectural, and financial constraints of the Business Intelligence team.

What You'll Bring
Summary of Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our team as a
Data Governance & Reporting Analyst
. This role combines the strategic oversight of data governance with the technical expertise of reporting and analytics. The ideal candidate will ensure data quality, compliance, and accessibility while transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with data stewards and business units to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems.
• Monitor data lifecycle management, including metadata, lineage, and classification.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and internal data policies.
• Conduct data quality assessments and implement remediation plans.
• Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel.
• Translate business requirements into data queries and visualizations.
• Analyze trends, patterns, and anomalies to support strategic initiatives.
• Automate recurring reports and streamline reporting processes.
• Present findings to stakeholders in a clear, compelling manner.

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent business experience.
• Must have at least 3 years total information technology experience.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience using data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, CRMA).

Impact You'll Make
For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and targets.

Should you have not heard from us within 3 weeks from applying, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Please note it is a requirement of the Global Capability Centre Africa that you reside in a home that is fibre ready; and has space for you to be able to work comfortably and confidentially on a day-to-day basis for the purpose of your proposed employment. You can be based anywhere in South Africa that has fibre, but will not be able to work in a location outside of South Africa.

A Minimum of a 100 Meg Fibre line is required, should you be successful, you will need to upgrade your line or install fibre in order to work effectively.

This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

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Sr Analyst, Sales Support

Senior Manager: Data Governance & Data Management

Fintech is entering a new phase where operational and commercial excellence has become critical for success. We at MTN believe this is a game changer in terms of our business strategy. We are looking at an incumbent to join us as we build a successful business together.

As part of your portfolio as
Senior Manager: Data Governance & Data Management
, you will be responsible to.:

• Establish and lead a robust data governance and management framework across MTN MoMo's 16 operating markets. The role ensures that MTN's 65M+ monthly active customers and 15B+ annual transactions are supported by trusted, secure, and accessible data that drives customer engagement, regulatory compliance, and business growth
• Ensures data is treated as a strategic enterprise asset, embedding policies, controls, and cultural practices that improve data quality, consistency, privacy, and usability. By championing data literacy and governance, the Senior Manager strengthens data-driven decision-making and enables MTN Fintech to monetize its data responsibly while meeting regulatory requirements

The incumbent
must have
the following:

• Minimum of 4-year tertiary degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems or related field is required
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent
• Data governance certifications (e.g., DCAM)
• Cloud certifications (Azure Data Engineer, AWS Big Data Specialty)
• Project/Change Management (PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma)
• 8–12 years in data governance, data management, or enterprise data roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience implementing data governance frameworks in large, regulated environments (preferably fintech/financial services).
• Deep understanding of data platforms, BI, analytics, and AI/ML implications for governance.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional, multi-country data initiatives.
• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, and data ethics

Competencies:

• Data Governance & MDM tools: Collibra, Informatica, Talend, Alation, Azure Purview
• Data platforms: SQL, Hadoop, Spark, cloud-native data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Synapse)
• Privacy & Compliance: GDPR, CCPA, POPIA, ISO 27001, PCI DSS
• BI & Analytics: Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, AI/ML platforms
• Programming & Data Science (desirable): Python, R, SQL

What will give an edge to your application:

• Masters Degree (MBA)
• Pan Africa multi-cultural experience

Ready to make and drive the change with us? Apply now

Closing date: 17 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today's challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing
Business Transformation
team you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You'll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored, strategic solutions. These not only address today's challenges but also lay the groundwork for future success. With support from experienced leaders and a dedicated coach, you will join a collaborative community that encourages contributions beyond the scope of client delivery.

What You'll Do

• Working with high-performing teams to analyze, evaluate and enhance our clients businesses, including processes, governance, data and technologies
• Lead our clients and teams on their data journey which includes collaborating on their strategic vision for data, crafting a pragmatic roadmap of initiatives, and aiding our clients in the implementation of these initiatives, aligned to business objectives
• Ability to drive data governance framework design and facilitate policies and procedures development in line to meet the strategic and regulatory objectives of our clients related to data governance, data management, data quality, data risk management, and data privacy and security
• Collaborate seamlessly with key senior stakeholders, including business, IT teams and data owners to identify data needs
• Support finance transformation engagements
• Conduct interviews with clients to perform current state/future state gap analysis and identify the root causes of client's challenges
• Drive data culture and data adoption programs for clients who struggle with firmwide understanding of data ROI
• Establish KPIs related to data quality and data risk, controls, and remediation plans
• Develop roadmaps to developing data assets and data commercialization
• Drive program/project management activities including status reporting or maintain RAID logs, and able to conduct scrum meetings for defect / development management
• Support CrossCountry leadership team on internal projects, including but not limited to the following: sales/marketing initiatives, recruiting, and organizational development

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of relevant experience and track recording delivering transformation programs into CDO, CTO, COO, CFO, and/or CRO organizations
• Strong strategic planning skills with past experience working with C-Suites executives to build out Organizational Level Strategic Roadmaps
• Up-to-date on latest industry trends in industry trends and best practices in data strategy and governance
• Knowledge of industries, including banking and capital markets, investment banking, broker-dealers, custody, fund administration and investment management
• Proven leadership roles with strong communication and presentation skills
• Professionalism and discretion in interacting with executives and clients
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Collibra, OvalEdge, Atlan, Talend, SAP Master, BigID, OneTrust
• Experience in tools such as SQL, Tableau, PowerBI, Alteryx, Snowflake

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or similar discipline

Benefits Summary
The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site:

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive and inclusive workplace.
As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic. The company also complies with pay transparency and labor laws applicable to all terms and conditions of employment.