Lead, Data Governance
$103,518–$129,393 year
On-siteToronto, Ontario, Canada or North York, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Lead the planning and delivery of data governance activities, services, and initiatives to mature the DG program and align with strategic priorities. Develop, implement, and maintain data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures, including collaboration on standards for sensitivity, privacy, and data quality. Establish governance bodies and forums, conduct maturity assessments, and identify opportunities to strengthen organizational capabilities and controls. Identify and mitigate data governance risks related to data sharing, quality, and system implementations in collaboration with Legal, Privacy, and Cybersecurity stakeholders. Lead the development of the AGCO Enterprise Data Catalogue and oversee data stewardship practices, metadata management, and business glossaries. Integrate data governance requirements into processes, projects, and digital products, while driving the maturity of data sharing and open data publication practices. Provide expert advice on complex data governance matters, balancing operational needs with compliance and strategic priorities.
Required Qualifications
- Six (6) or more years of practical and progressive experience in data and information governance, data management, or related discipline
- University degree in a relevant field (such as Information Science, Public Administration, or Data Management), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Extensive knowledge of and demonstrated ability to interpret applicable legislation, guidelines, and policies, with experience providing advice, recommendations, and guidance on their application
- Knowledge of policies, business rules, procedures, and guidelines relating to data management, including classification, retention, and disposition of information
- Experience in developing maturity and risk assessment tools, methodologies, policies, and procedures to effectively manage and govern information and data
- Good understanding of related disciplines such as privacy, security, IT systems design, policy development, business and data architecture, legal processes, risk management, and project management
- Excellent knowledge of emerging data management standards and best practices, including de-identification of personal information and data quality assessment, with experience applying these concepts within systems and processes
- Familiarity and experience with directives, policies, and guidelines released by the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement (MPBSDP) and/or the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC)
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, influence decision-making, and collaborate effectively across business and technical stakeholder groups
- Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Eligibility to work in Canada and the ability to successfully complete a criminal background check
Desired Qualifications
- Professional certification in applicable areas (Privacy, Information Governance, Recordkeeping, Data Management) is an asset
- Experience supporting data governance for advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies
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