Head of Data Management - Re-advertisementListing reference: atns_000503Listing status: OnlineApply by: 8 October 2024Position summaryJob category: Others: Transport and LogisticsLocation: JohannesburgContract: PermanentRemuneration: Market RelatedEE position: YesAbout our companyATNSIntroductionApplications are invited for the position of Head of Data Management based at Head Office (Bruma). The successful applicant will be reporting to the Chief Technology & Information Officer. Overview: To provide strategic and tactical leadership for the data management function in line with the organisational vision and strategy. To lead and guide the development and utilisation of data systems within the organisation, implementation of policies and processes for ensuring effective data management, and efficient methods to organize, store and analyse data, while maintaining appropriate levels of security and confidentiality. To be a key driver in optimizing data systems, unlocking valuable insights, and supporting data-driven decision-making processes. To use high-level skills in analytics, mathematics, and statistics to draw conclusions according to the data, and report findings to relevant stakeholders for use in various capacities throughout the organisation.Major ActivitiesDevelop, implement, and manage a data management strategy to contribute to the overall organisational and departmental strategy.Provide in-depth technical expertise for both tactical and operational initiatives.Ensure that system performance and service level agreements (SLAs) are set and met.Participate in departmental and relevant organisational strategic planning activities.Provide thought leadership with regards to the effective management of data and data systems.Define and implement data standards, policies and procedures (guide policy and regulate compliance).Define data ownership and stewardship (including the data governance structures, roles and responsibilities).Develop, implement, and manage the data management and automation policies, procedures and processes aligned to the overall business strategies.Ensure compliance with all company policies, standards, and applicable legislative and policy framework.Develop, implement, and manage procedures and processes relating to the security, legal handling and sharing of data.Analyse and interpret large amounts of data.Ensure training on all relevant data management and automation products and service users on the applicable compliance and governance requirements.Develop and implement a data risk management framework.Conduct regular data security audits and risk assessments.Ensure timely compilation and submission of all the required reports (internal and external) to ensure compliance.Collaborate with expert teams to design and maintain data architectures that support business needs.Evaluate, develop and implement data management tools and technologies including new ways of managing big data like the usage of artificial intelligence and quantum computing.Monitor and report on data quality metrics and drive continuous improvement.Manage data archival and disposal processes.Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders.Conclude SLAs with the various units to ensure business expectations are managed.Provide inputs to the departmental budget development process.Manage finances in line with business needs and priorities, and within set financial parameters.Manage and co-ordinate the data management and automation team to ensure optimal deployment and development of skills.Create and maintain a harmonious and effective work environment to support a motivated workforce and a high-performance culture.Minimum QualificationsB.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.Systems or related studies will be an advantage.A seasoned professional with minimum a minimum of 8 years of experience in information technology, data management, and engineering is required, of which at least 5 years must be at the management level within a complex operations environment, preferably air traffic services/air traffic management.Proven experience in data management, familiarity with database technologies and knowledge of data administration functions.Familiarity with various tools and technologies to oversee and lead data management initiatives effectively.
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