Data Governance Architect

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Summary of the work Develop/manage a company-wide Data Governance strategy to manage the information life cycle effectively. Assist with setting up of Data Governance Council, winning buy-in from Senior Management. Develop/Drive governance strategy working directly with senior management and teams to ensure alignment with the overall objectives. Write standards and policies for Data Governance. Specialist role Technical Architect Expected Contract Length 3 months plus possible 3 month extension Latest start date 1st June 2016 Maximum Day Rate £895 Who Speclialist Work With Head of Business Intelligence & Analytics CIO External Suppliers What Specialists Work On Define scope and priorities for developing, deploying and/or improving data management standards, policies, and processes enhancing the quality and completeness of the organization’s data. Work with the Data Governance Council and Data Owners across business units to oversee enforcement. Define key risks for data management and ensure compliance with related policies, roles and responsibilities and standards. Maintain overall accountability for the Company’s Data Governance program, inclusive of communication, stakeholder involvement, metrics and reporting, working group activities, conveying business value recognized through governance-facilitated activities. Serve as SPOC for Data Governance related acitvities Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, MIS, related field or relevant experience of implementing a proven and progressive data governance/data management process • Hands-on experience in implementing an enterprise data governance program and Master Data Management (MDM) solution • Strong project leadership and management skills to lead organizational change to effectively meet strategic and tactical goals • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to be able to present to a target audience • Must be detail orientated/articulate with strong time management and organizational skills • Proven management/supervisory experience Nice to Haves • Effective leadership experience, including ability to balance team and individual responsibilities, Ability to build teams and consensus • Skilled at getting individuals, teams, and an entire organization to perform at a higher level and to embrace change • Ability to lead and manage team in executing on enterprise initiatives. Working knowledge of MDM solutions • Basic understanding of logical data architecture Work Location Swindon, York, Bristol, Tonbridge, Lincoln, Stockport, London, Portsmouth, Bradford, Taunton, Newcastle, Preston, Birmingham, Cambridge Working Arrangments Swindon base, expectation 2-days a week with facilities to accommodate NHSPS staff and / or its suppliers as required. 3-days a week at any of the above locations and / or supplier sites at the customers discretion based on the needs of the engagement, predominantly London. No. of Specialists to Evaluate 3 Cultural Fit Criteria • Able to work on their own and under supervision as required. Able to effectively communicate with C-Level and Heads of department customers. • Works in a collaborative & open manner to develop the organisations internal teams. • Leaves behind a legacy of learning that enables the BI Team to conitnue to manage and operate the function. Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 50% Cultural fit 20% Price 30% Questions from Suppliers 1. Important - update to day rate, see answer The day rate for this role should have been published as a maximum of £950 per day 2. Webinar DetailsDate and time: Thursday, 19th May @ 3pm (45 minutes)Description: Supplier Clarification for DOS Framework Meeting Number: 236 182 437Meeting Password: NHSPS123Event address for attendees - https://meetings.webex.com/collabs/#/meetings/detail?uuid=M7WA0ZDP531T159HN6NT99YWUM-BYKR&rnd=572370.82031Clarification and Q&A for the following published requirements:Data Governance ArchitectCustomer Contact ConsultantCollaboration & Networks Programme – Desktop & Systems Management ArchitectCollaboration & Networks Programme – Collaboration Technical ArchitectCollaboration & Networks Programme – Identity Lead ArchitectTechnology Programme Manager Webinar DetailsDate and time: Thursday, 19th May @ 3pm (45 minutes)Description: Supplier Clarification for DOS Framework Meeting Number: 236 182 437Meeting Password: NHSPS123Event address for attendees - https://meetings.webex.com/collabs/#/meetings/detail?uuid=M7WA0ZDP531T159HN6NT99YWUM-BYKR&rnd=572370.82031Clarification and Q&A for the following published requirements:Data Governance ArchitectCustomer Contact ConsultantCollaboration & Networks Programme – Desktop & Systems Management ArchitectCollaboration & Networks Programme – Collaboration Technical ArchitectCollaboration & Networks Programme – Identity Lead ArchitectTechnology Programme Manager 3. When would we be required to provide a CV? Furthermore, how do we make the CV available to you, the buyer? Once shortlisted we will ask you for CVs on that same day and we will then contact you to interview appropriate candidates 4. What is the maximum number of specialists we can put forward for this role? There is no specific number, however we would only like to see CVs that are a complete match to the requirement. 5. With regard to expenses, will there be a provision for travel to be claimed to non base sites as mentioned in the location and working arrangements? Expenses should be considered as part of the day rate quoted so not payable separately