HO - Data Policy Specialist

Data Policy Specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing the bank‘s data management policies, standards, procedures, and frameworks. The role ensures that data is managed as a strategic enterprise asset while complying with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and internal governance standards. The position works closely with business units, risk, compliance, IT, information security, and data owners to establish and embed an effective data governance framework across the bank.

Responsibilities

Data Policy Development & Governance

• Develop, review, and maintain enterprise-wide data management policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ensure data policies align with the bank‘s business strategy, regulatory requirements, and governance framework.
• Establish policy lifecycle management processes, including approval, communication, implementation, and periodic review.
• Define and maintain data governance principles, controls, and accountability models.

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor regulatory changes related to data management, privacy, information security, data retention, and digital banking.
• Assess the impact of regulatory requirements on existing data policies and controls.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and compliance assessments related to data governance.
• Ensure compliance with local banking regulations, data protection laws, and industry standards.

Data Governance Framework Management

• Support the implementation and continuous enhancement of the Bank‘s Data Governance Framework.
• Collaborate with Data Owners, Data Stewards, and Custodians to establish governance processes.
• Define and maintain data classification standards, metadata standards, and data ownership models.
• Drive policy adherence across business and technology functions.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with business units, risk management, compliance, legal, IT, cybersecurity, and project teams.
• Provide guidance and interpretation on data governance policies and standards.
• Facilitate governance forums, committees, and policy review workshops.
• Promote data governance awareness and best practices throughout the organization.

Policy Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor compliance with approved data policies and standards.
• Develop governance metrics, KPIs, and compliance reports.
• Identify policy gaps, control weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.
• Recommend corrective actions and track remediation plans.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver training materials related to data policies and governance requirements.
• Conduct awareness programs to strengthen the organization‘s data-driven culture.
• Support change management initiatives related to data governance transformation.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor‘s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related disciplines.
• Master‘s degree is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Information Management, or Banking Operations.
• Experience in banking, financial services, or regulated industries preferred.
• Hands-on experience in developing policies, standards, or governance frameworks is highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
  • Data Governance Frameworks
  • Data Management Principles
  • Data Quality Management
  • Metadata Management
  • Master Data Management (MDM)
  • Data Privacy and Protection
  • Information Security Governance
  • Data Lifecycle Management
• Familiarity with data governance tools and platforms.
• Understanding of banking products, processes, and regulatory environments.