Application Closes: 01/09/2026

Role: Manager

Function: Chief Information Officer

Department: Data Office

Section: Central Data Governance

Sub Section: N/A

Reports to (Role): Lead

Overall Purpose:

The job holder shall manage the Compliance activities within Central Data Governance section by defining processes and practices to enable effective continuous monitoring of compliance with the data governance framework. The job holder shall ensure effective performance of tracking, enforcement of data governance compliance and comprehensive documentation thereof for reporting and audit purposes.

Key Responsibilities

The job holder will be responsible for:

Coordination and Oversight
Coordinating activities related to compliance carried out by the section
Defining processes and practices to enable effective continuous monitoring of compliance with the data governance framework.
Ensuring effective performance of tracking, enforcement of data governance compliance and comprehensive documentation thereof for reporting and audit purposes.
Compliance Monitoring
Ensuring that remediation actions arising from data governance non-compliance are tracked to resolution.
Creating and maintaining dashboards to facilitate monitoring and reporting of data governance compliance metrics.
Driving efforts to safeguard compliance in metadata management practices in line with the framework.
Strategic Input and Risk Management
Supporting the Lead in providing effective input to the data strategy, the Data Governance Framework and other data governance artifacts with a view to continuously enhance the Bank's data governance compliance and reporting standards.
Supporting the Lead in engaging in data-related risk management.
Supporting the Lead in identifying knowledge gaps and upskilling requirements across the Bank in data governance compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement
Supporting the Lead in liaising with relevant stakeholders to participate in activities relating to the identification, assessment and management of material changes impacting the Data Governance Framework (DGF), data sources, systems and processes, particularly those impacting RDARR.
Supporting the Lead with coordination of the Data Council.

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In addition to the specific functions, management may assign more duties as required for the job from time to time.

Attitude

Ability to take initiative, work under pressure and unsupervised.
Highly responsible, committed and confident and good attention to detail.
Willingness to remain updated continuously on areas related to the field.

Required Criteria

Previous proven work experience of five (5) years in Information Management, Data Management, Governance environment or related area, and an MQF Level 6 Award in Data Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or a related field.

Previous proven work experience of seven (7) years in Information Management, Data Management, Governance environment or related area.

Previous proven work experience of three (3) years in Information Management, Data Management, Governance environment or a related area, and an MQF Level 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or a related field.

In the shortlisting process, preference may be given to candidates meeting the third required criteria.

Desirable Criteria

Previous proven work experience within banking or financial services and certification related to data management, such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Data Governance and Stewardship Professional (DGSP), and relevant certifications in data privacy and compliance (e.g., CIPP, CIPM).

Here’s what’s in it for you:

Bank Holidays and additional vacation leave days over and above the statutory entitlement
Free basic health insurance
Relocation assistance and packages for expats joining the bank
Accredited training programs from our BOV Learning Academy
Study leave when employees decide to further their studies on part time basis
Staff home loan rates for your dream home and other credit facilities at reduced interest rates
Voluntary Occupation Pension Scheme (VOPS)
Guarantee of working with an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE
A budget dedicated to your children’s summer school costs

In our process of shortlisting candidates for the vacancy, please note that preference may be given to candidates whose profiles best align with the duties and responsibilities of the role.

At BOV Group, we prioritise integrity, ethical behaviour and a strong work ethic. These principles form the foundation of the Bank’s core values: sustainability, excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion. All employees are expected to adhere to the Code of Conduct & Ethics, which outlines the standards for professional and personal behaviour. Commitment to these principles is essential for maintaining the BOV Group’s reputation and ensuring a positive, productive work environment.

The Bank ensures a fair, transparent, consistent and non-discriminatory treatment of employees on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, colour, ethnic, or social origin, genetic features, language, religion, or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Manager - Central Data Governance

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