Data Governance Manager - IT - UAE

Job no: 4025732
Location: UAE
Dubai Head Office

IT

Alshaya IT is a diverse organisation supporting corporate, warehouse and retail specific IT infrastructure and systems. We have software teams creating and developing in-house applications and product teams optimising and integrating major third party solutions. The rate of growth across divisions and geographies means we are constantly evaluating how we provide robust, scalable and business enabling infrastructure and systems in line with global benchmark standards.

MANAGER DATA GOVERNANCE & ARCHITECTURE

DESCRIPTION

• Deliver professional business analysis and technical services to design and deliver data governance standards for Data Integration team (DIT)
• Deliver and setup of new Enterprise Data Catalogue, and AXON model for DIT team
• Setup of Enterprise Data Governance model with internal and business stakeholders
• Provide technical expertise to deliver business and technical modelling for Enterprise Data Catalogue setup and framework
• Understanding of Data Integration and Application Integration approaches, including Master Data and Enterprise Data Warehouse architecture
• Review existing Data structures, architecture and API documentation, to assess suitability, re-use and gaps
• Manage a team of Data Governance Consultants and Analysts
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks concurrently and show flexibility in order to meet delivery timeframes
• Ability to identify process improvements and new techniques to improve team effectiveness

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 10 years plus experience in leading data governance teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Ability to facilitate effective discussion, decision making and conflict resolution
• Experience working effectively in globally distributed delivery teams
• Experience of applying analysis techniques in a successful technology team delivering enhancements to data warehouses
• Knowledge of relational databases, ETL tools, data conversion, data cleansing methods
• A good understanding of Integration Layers and Middleware
• Experience of working in tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA but also spreadsheets as required
• Understanding of Data life cycles, Lineage and Data Governance
• Mapping of data relevant to integrations and transformations
• Experience of a variety of Data dictionaries and Data Catalogues

Deliverables

• Setup of Data Governance Function and team within DIT
• Performance review management for small team of Consultants
• Produce appropriate documentation set to support setup of Data Governance function for DIT team including Data Governance framework
• Setup and delivery of Informatica Enterprise Data Catalog and AXON tools
• Configuration and maintenance of Informatica Enterprise Data Catalog and AXON tools
• Deliver documentation to support setup of Enterprise Data Catalog and AXON tools
• Deliver necessary reporting from Enterprise Data Catalog and AXON to business and technical stakeholders

About Us:

Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned enterprise which was first established in Kuwait in 1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya Group is one of the world\'s leading brand franchise operators, offering customers an unparalleled choice of well-loved international brands, including: Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, Cos, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang\'s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria\'s Secret, Boots, Vavavoom, Pottery Barn and KidZania.

Alshaya Group\'s portfolio extends across MENA, Russia, Turkey, and Europe, with thousands of stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, as well as a growing online and digital business.

Operating in multiple sectors including Fashion, Food, Health & Beauty, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment, Alshaya Group colleagues are united by a commitment to delivering great customer service and brand experiences.

Fresh, modern, and relevant, Alshaya\'s constantly evolving retail portfolio reflects the choices and lifestyle of its customers. From flagship stores and restaurants in prestige malls, to local coffee shops, drive-thrus and online, Alshaya Group brings customers the brands they love in the places they want to be.

Advertised: 16 Aug 2023 Arabian Standard Time
Application close: 15 Sep 2023 Arabian Standard Time

Alshaya Group