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Data and AI Governance Lead
Location: | Johannesburg |
Remote work: | Some remote work allowed |
Type: | Permanent |
Reference: | #GZ60851 |
Company: | e-Merge IT Recruitment |
We’re creating a culture of trust and accountability in a data-driven world.
We develop frameworks that ensure data is secure, compliant, and used responsibly — enabling the organisation to innovate with confidence.
Currently searching for a Data and AI Governance Lead who thrives at the intersection of compliance, ethics, and innovation. No dusty cubicles. No bureaucracy.
Just smart humans shaping policies that matter.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field
- 7+ years’ experience in data governance, data management, or compliance leadership
- years plus in a leadership role
- Knowledge of data governance tools (AWS Glue Data Catalog, Collibra, Alation, etc.)
- Deep understanding of POPIA, GDPR, and data privacy regulations
- Familiarity with AI governance and ethical AI practices
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement enterprise Data and AI Governance frameworks
- Define data ownership, stewardship, and classification policies
- Ensure compliance with regulations and internal standards
- Oversee data quality, lineage, and metadata management
- Collaborate with engineering and AI teams to embed governance controls
- Promote data literacy and accountability across the organisation
Reference Number for this position is GZ60851 which is a permanent position based in Melrose Arch offering a cost to company salary of R1.5m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.
Are you ready for a change of scenery? The E-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the E-Merge website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions.
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Posted on 16 Oct 10:23, Closing date 15 Dec
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