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Data Steward page is loaded# Data Stewardlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 16, 2025 (6 days left to apply)job requisition id: R39628# **Job Description**To implement the tactical plans and business processes required to create, maintain, and enhance data, be responsible for the daily management of a critical data asset within area of responsibility and provide guidance to an allocated data set and actively manage data in order to meet compliance requirements, align data to business priorities, continuously improve data quality, reduce cost of data management, and to increase confidence in data and information integrity.* Provide input into the definition of data processes and standards.* Comply with data policies, standards, tools and best practices within the data domain of responsibility.* Apply domain-level data architecture and data management best practices to area of responsibility.* Evaluate existing information management landscape and produce report for areas of improvement under supervision and guidance.* Attend relevant information management working groups and implement requirements accordingly.* Assist with compliance with internal policy, regulatory requirements and data practice standards.* Interacts and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.* Document business term definitions.* Create and maintain reference data and master data definitions.* Ensure reference and master data management processes address uniformity, accuracy, accountability across entities.* Maintain metadata, data quality rules, Enterprise Data Model (EDM), reference data, records register, where applicable.* Publish relevant meta data to appropriate users in an organization, and monitor the published data sources for usage, relevance and quality feedback.* Create and manage business metadata for published data sources to ensure that it is easily discoverable, and meaningful to information workers.* Respond to data queries e.g. data quality issues as defined by the data quality issue resolution process.* Co-ordinate data quality issue resolution.* Perform root cause analysis to resolve data quality issues and implement solutions accordingly.* Assess the access request and action according to access standards and information owner approvals.* Monitor user access and usage of the data sets owned or accountable for.* Define and obtain sign off on measurement for information management disciplines for area of responsibility.* Provide input into information management metrics.* Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting together with analyzing trends and data used to improve business decisions.* Provide input into accurate and reliable reporting in line with business, compliance and governance requirements.* Accumulate information to review work progress that provides input to reporting, decision making and the identification of improvement opportunities.* Define information management requirements (e.g. data cleansing and data quality, etc.) and drive the implementation of the requirements within area of responsibility).* Participate in data related projects and provide required domain level expertise.* Align data activities to targeted projects for remediation and drive activities accordingly.* Participate in activities of the Segment implementation roadmap for the information management function.* Participate in the maturity roadmap for relevant Business Unit aligned to implementation roadmap and provide inputs for roadmap assessment.* Deliver initiatives that improve the level of information management maturity.* Apply understanding of data management and business processes and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to solve business problems.* Serve as a change agent for information management.* Present information management trends to management and relevant committees for area of responsibility, using internal and external research, including best practice and industry standards.* Consult in matters of data workflows, master data security, and access rights for area of responsibility.* Promote best practices and make recommendations to business users that will create efficiencies and ensure data integrity for area of responsibility.* Provide training or awareness to the business and data community on data management disciplines for area of responsibility.* Identify possible solutions to support business requirements and partners with stakeholders to develop an optimum solution.**Qualification and Experience*** A relevant BCom or BSc qualification.* 3-4 years in a similar role* Knowledge working with SQL, PowerBI , SAS, SharePoint# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**16/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. 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Overview

Join to apply for the Data Steward role at RMB - Rand Merchant Bank .

This role is within the Data Management Office and reports to the Data Head. The Data Steward will be responsible for the Global Markets portfolio, implementing the strategy and business processes required to create, maintain, and enhance data, be responsible for the daily management of a critical data asset and provide governance oversight to an allocated data set. The aim is to maximize data value, align data to business priorities, continuously improve data quality, reduce cost of data management, and increase confidence in data and information integrity.

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You

• Have a relevant Degree
• Have previous experience as a Data Steward
• Have previous experience within a Corporate Investment Bank
• Experience with metadata, data quality rules, Enterprise Data Model (EDM), reference data and records register
• Are knowledgeable in regulatory requirements and data practice standards
• Are able to interact and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Provide input into the definition of data processes and standards
• Embed data policies, standards, tools and best practices within the data domain of responsibility
• Provide input into domain-level data architecture and data management best practices
• Evaluate existing information management landscape and produce reports for areas of improvement
• Attend relevant information management working groups and implement requirements accordingly
• Ensure compliance with internal policy, regulatory requirements and data practice standards
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Develop data service level agreements (SLAs)
• Document business term definitions
• Create and maintain reference data and master data definitions
• Ensure reference and master data management processes address uniformity, accuracy, accountability across entities
• Maintain metadata, data quality rules, EDM, reference data, and records register, where applicable
• Publish relevant metadata to appropriate users and monitor data source usage, relevance and quality
• Create and manage business metadata for published data sources to ensure discoverability and usefulness
• Respond to data queries and coordinate data quality issue resolution
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve data quality issues and implement solutions
• Assess access requests and action according to access standards and information owner approvals
• Monitor user access and usage of data sets
• Define and obtain sign-off on information management measurements
• Provide input into information management metrics
• Provide accurate and reliable reporting and analyze trends to inform business decisions
• Deliver reporting in line with business, compliance and governance requirements
• Aggregate information to review progress and identify improvement opportunities
• Present reports on improvement opportunities to relevant committees as required
• Define information management requirements (e.g., data cleansing and data quality) and drive implementation
• Participate in data-related projects and provide domain-level expertise
• Align data activities to targeted projects for remediation
• Drive activities of the Segment implementation roadmap for information management
• Take ownership of the maturity roadmap for the relevant Business Unit aligned to the implementation roadmap
• Deliver initiatives that improve information management maturity
• Apply understanding of data management and business processes to solve business problems
• Coordinate with stakeholders to obtain sign-off on information management objectives and benefits
• Serve as a change agent for information management
• Present information management trends to management and committees using internal and external research
• Consult in matters of data workflows, master data security, and access rights
• Promote best practices to create efficiencies and ensure data integrity
• Develop an understanding of information flow and system architecture and how it relates to underlying data structures
• Provide training or awareness to the business and data community on data management disciplines
• Advise on new tools that offer increased business efficiency and profitability
• Identify and recommend solutions to support business requirements and partner with stakeholders to develop optimum solutions

You Will Have Access To

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Opportunities to innovate

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Curious & courageous – you are driven to learn more
• Obsessed with mastery – you aim to become proficient and continuously improve

Job Details

Take note that applications will close on 15/09/25. All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates can disclose disability information on a voluntary basis; information will be kept confidential unless required by law to disclose.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries: Banking

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Senior Data Steward vacancy in Johannesburg.

Are you passionate about data and driven by analytical thinking? PBT Group is looking for a Data Steward to champion data governance and quality across the enterprise.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define standards, resolve data issues, and ensure compliance—while using your critical thinking skills to drive meaningful insights and improvements.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and enforce data standards and processes.
• Act as a proxy for business data owners.
• Resolve data issues and guide strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality and optimize workflows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

What You Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data management, governance, and architecture.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and data life cycles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Banking experience and ETL knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications Required:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• DAMA-DMBOK certification is advantageous.

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? Data Steward | PBT Group

Are you passionate about data and driven by analytical thinking? PBT Group is looking for a Data Steward to champion data governance and quality across the enterprise.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define standards, resolve data issues, and ensure compliance—while using your critical thinking skills to drive meaningful insights and improvements.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and enforce data standards and processes.
• Act as a proxy for business data owners.
• Resolve data issues and guide strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality and optimize workflows.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data security.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data management, governance, and architecture.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and data life cycles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Banking experience and ETL knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• DAMA-DMBOK certification is advantageous.

Why PBT Group? Join a team that turns data into impact. At PBT, your insights will shape decisions and drive innovation.

Apply Now and be part of our data-driven journey!

* In order to comply with the POPI Act, for future career opportunities, we require your permission to maintain your personal details on our database. By completing and returning this form you give PBT your consent

"If you have not heard from us in two weeks, please note that you were unsuccessful for the role. However, we will keep your resume on file and reach out if any other suitable opportunity arises in the future".

Overview

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

At OM Bank, we strive to attract great people who are passionate about coming together for a higher purpose—building something unique and aspirational, always aiming to be the best they can be. We are rooted in our purpose of inspiring and enabling our customers to grow and sustain their prosperity.

Responsibilities

• The data Steward will ensure adherence to Data Governance standards and Data Management at business unit and enterprise level, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure that data milestones are met, implement data chapter standards, metrics and processes. The role acts as proxy for Data Owners to ensure execution on data ownership requirements in line with OM Bank Data Ownership Model.
• Implement data chapter standards, controls, measures and processes for the specified data domains under their stewardship.
• Act as proxy for Data Owner where applicable and in line with the OM Bank Data Ownership Model.
• Document the data assets into catalogues and assign data to domains and owners.
• Manage and maintain processes and procedures along with access controls to monitor adherence.
• Maintain quality of the data using various sources and monitoring tools.
• Coordinate and implement corrections where required data through approved processes.
• Optimize ways of working and ensure optimal collaboration across the domains under stewardship.
• Monitor data usage to assist teams, share best practice trends in data use.
• Proactively provide insight into how and where the business unit can leverage data to help in day-to-day decision-making.
• Ensure compliance and security of the data. Data stewards are responsible for protecting the data while providing information on potential risks and offering regulatory guidance.
• Ensure timeous and successful implementation of any new data chapter standards that are introduced to OM Bank.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Data Management, Data Governance or Stewardship role with understanding of data risk, data architecture, data governance, data analysis, data validation and metadata management.
• Experience in banking or related regulatory industry, experience with governance standards to provide high quality data having implemented, integrated and controlled activities/processes to ensure availability, usability, integrity, compliance and security of data within a given domain.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the data life cycle.
• Operational experience related to data quality and incident management.
• Understanding of and experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of the Data Product Life Cycle (DPLC) & Agile methodologies.
• Understanding of data flows between systems, ETL and processing of structured and unstructured data within the data architecture.
• Strong project management, risk management and data governance skills.
• Business Analysis techniques and master data management experience is essential.
• A level of technical expertise is also required to understand Kafka and cloud data technologies, streaming etc
• Some technical expertise in managing GitHub repositories is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or similar fields like Big Data, etc
• Related Technical certifications (DAMA-DMBOK) would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment in an Agile framework.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Skills

• Action Planning
• Application Development
• Cloud Computing
• Cloud Infrastructure Management
• Current State Assessment
• Database Queries
• Data Classification
• Data Compilation
• Data Compression
• Data Management
• Data Modeling
• Data Recovery
• IT Architecture
• IT Network Security
• Test Case Management

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Cultivates Innovation
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Persuades
• Plans and Aligns
• Strategic Mindset

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Closing Date

10 September 2025, 23:59

Equity Statement

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

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Overview

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

At OM Bank, we strive to attract great people who are passionate about coming together for a higher purpose—building something unique and aspirational, always aiming to be the best they can be. We are rooted in our purpose of inspiring and enabling our customers to grow and sustain their prosperity.

The data Steward will ensure adherence to Data Governance standards and Data Management at business unit and enterprise level, coordinating with stakeholders to ensure that data milestones are met, implement data chapter standards, metrics and processes. The role acts as proxy for Data Owners to ensure execution on data ownership requirements in line with OM Bank Data Ownership Model.

Key Result Areas

• Implement data chapter standards, controls, measures and processes for the specified data domains under their stewardship.
• Act as proxy for Data Owner where applicable and in line with the OM Bank Data Ownership Model.
• Document the data assets into catalogues and assign data to domains and owners.
• Manage and maintain processes and procedures along with access controls to monitor adherence.
• Maintain quality of the data using various sources and monitoring tools.
• Coordinate and implement corrections where required data through approved processes.
• Optimize ways of working and ensure optimal collaboration across the domains under stewardship.
• Monitor data usage to assist teams, share best practice trends in data use.
• Proactively provide insight into how and where the business unit can leverage data to help in day-to-day decision-making.
• Ensure compliance and security of the data. Data stewards are responsible for protecting the data while providing information on potential risks and offering regulatory guidance.
• Ensure timeous and successful implementation of any new data chapter standards that are introduced to OM Bank.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Data Management, Data Governance or Stewardship role with understanding of data risk, data architecture, data governance, data analysis, data validation and metadata management.
• Experience in banking or related regulatory industry, experience with governance standards to provide high quality data having implemented, integrated and controlled activities/processes to ensure availability, usability, integrity, compliance and security of data within a given domain.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the data life cycle.
• Operational experience related to data quality and incident management.
• Understanding of and experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of the Data Product Life Cycle (DPLC) & Agile methodologies.
• Understanding of data flows between systems, ETL and processing of structured and unstructured data within the data architecture.
• Strong project management, risk management and data governance skills.
• Business Analysis techniques and master data management experience is essential.
• A level of technical expertise is also required to understand Kafka and cloud data technologies, streaming etc
• Some technical expertise in managing GitHub repositories is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or similar fields like Big Data, etc
• Related Technical certifications (DAMA-DMBOK) would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment in an Agile framework.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Skills

• Action Planning
• Application Development
• Cloud Computing
• Cloud Infrastructure Management
• Current State Assessment
• Database Queries
• Data Classification
• Data Compilation
• Data Compression
• Data Management
• Data Modeling
• Data Recovery
• IT Architecture
• IT Network Security
• Test Case Management

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Cultivates Innovation
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Persuades
• Plans and Aligns
• Strategic Mindset

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Closing Date

10 September 2025, 23:59

Additional Information

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

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Overview Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. Job Description At OM

Overview Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. Job Description At OM

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

• Implementation of procedures, guidelines and standards to ensure alignment and compliance to corporate governance policies, protocols and practices regarding the responsible use and distribution of data
• Overseeing data access and ensuring usage policies are understood and approved
• Engaging with data custodians and IT architects during data classification exercises
• Approval of data-retention and data archiving criteria

Data Quality:

• Establishing procedures for the detection, correction and prevention of data-quality issues
• Recommending solutions to data challenges and achieving compromises that enhance the use and management of data across the Food group
• Collaborating with stakeholders to resolve issues or obstacles affecting the quality of data
• Engaging through Centres of Excellence (COEs) and leadership channels to define data quality control mechanisms (establishing KPI's to drive data quality, for example)
• Establishing data management monitoring capabilities (incl. dashboards and/or reports) that can be used to monitor, measure and drive better behaviour
• Data profiling and validation of data in terms of the expected data quality requirements
• Data support during analysis and testing phases (where relevant)

Meta Data & Data Definition Management:

• Definition and maintenance of business measure definitions and rules; requiring engagement with stakeholders to agree on common definitions and calculations of analytic and reporting data
• Enhancing and maintaining a meta data repository for relevant/critical data elements
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Food to answer metadata requests (access and interpretation) for business metadata

Other Supporting Processes

• Project integration for data management assessment and risk (including data quality)
• Partner with our learning academy to train elements of data literacy related to understanding data
• Work alongside BI analysts and technical specialists to analyse, define, source and model the data required by the Food group for reporting and analytics
• Identify and understand gaps related to the availability/accessibility of critical data elements (current and future) and develop strategies to address
• Validation of business rule conformance in calculations and data aggregations
• Manage any changes to data definitions, usage, access, policies, and administration in compliance with data governance standards and practices across the Food group

Technical Competence:

• Advanced Excel
• Good understanding of Data Modelling & Data Warehousing concepts
• Excellent analytical skills and experience in data analysis
• BI Visualization tools (i.e. QlikSense) experience preferable
• Ability to work with large data sets and experience with integrating many data sources for reporting and analysis purposes
• Strong understanding of and sensitivity towards data integrity and cleanliness
• Understanding of processes and the systems development life cycle
• 3-5 years' experience related to the above requirements

Behavioural:

• Ability to think strategically (display foresight)
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment
• Curios about data and passionate about the retail industry and applying analytics to enhancing the retail experience
• Excellent attention to detail, in terms of numerical data as well as presentation precision and elegance
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and comfortable working collaboratively
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong business acumen
• An analytical approach to problem solving
• Good time management and the ability to manage multiple requests/tasks

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