Program Manager – Data Governance

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead the Data Management with focus on Data Governance program. The selected candidate will oversee the setup, execution, and operationalization of large-scale data management operating model. This business-side program aims to unify data governance across multiple entities and drive transition towards trusted data-driven policy making. The program manager will also contribute to department growth through direct contribution to the Data & AI practice presales and business development activities and thought leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Execution

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Data Management program within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Oversee the development and implementation of key governance artifacts: Governance Framework, RASCI matrix, Data Source Registers, CDE inventories, etc.
• Manage execution of governance workflows including metadata approval, issue management, and escalation protocols.
• Ensure all project deliverables (e.g., maturity assessments, training plans, sustainability models) meet quality expectations and program objectives.
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with leadership, group and entity focal points to ensure program alignment and buy-in.
• Facilitate Steering Committee and Working Group meetings.
• Manage inter-agency communication and ensure timely resolution of issues and escalations.
  
  

Team Leadership & Resourcing

• Lead a cross-functional team comprising internal staff and consulting partners.
• Coordinate SME contributions and ensure timely support for client facing activities.
• Ensure resource plans are effectively aligned to delivery milestones.
  
  

Change Management & Capacity Building

• Oversee execution of change management and training strategies.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and promote adoption of data governance practices.
• Ensure knowledge transfer and sustainability planning to enable long-term self-sufficiency.
  
  

Governance & Reporting

• Track progress against Maturity Model and KPI alignment with data strategy.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership, post-launch reviews, and lessons learned.
• Maintain compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity policies.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s in information management, Public Administration or a related field.
• 10+ years of program management experience, with at least 5 years in large-scale initiatives.
• Proven experience in Data Management and Data Governance frameworks, operating model setup and execution, and multi-stakeholder program delivery.
• Familiarity with federated governance models and cross-entity coordination a huge plus.
• Strong experience in change management, training rollout, and capacity building.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, fluent in English and Arabic is required.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification required.
• Proven experience in solution selling, pre-sales, business development, GTM strategy & execution.
  
  

Skills: stakeholder management,data governance,training,change management,communication,business development,training rollout,capacity building,data management,governance frameworks,solution selling,program management,building