Data Governance Specialist (NDMO / PDPL)

Job Title: Data Governance Specialist (NDMO / PDPL) Experience Required:8–10 Years Location: Riyadh - Onsite Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Governance Specialist with strong expertise in NDMO standards and PDPL compliance to drive enterprise-wide data governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing data governance frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and improving data quality across the organization. Key Responsibilities Data Governance & Framework Implementation Design and implement enterprise data governance frameworks aligned with NDMO guidelines Define data policies, standards, and procedures for data management Establish data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models Develop and maintain data governance operating models and roadmaps Regulatory Compliance (PDPL) Ensure organizational compliance with Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) Define and enforce data privacy, classification, and protection policies Work closely with legal and compliance teams to manage data risks Conduct audits and assessments to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements Data Quality & Management Define and implement data quality frameworks, metrics, and monitoring processes Identify data quality issues and drive remediation initiatives Collaborate with business and IT teams to improve data accuracy, consistency, and completeness Metadata & Data Management Manage data cataloging, lineage, and metadata management processes Ensure proper documentation of data assets and flows Support implementation of data governance tools and platforms Stakeholder Collaboration Engage with business stakeholders to promote data governance best practices Conduct training and awareness sessions on data governance and data privacy Act as a bridge between business, IT, and compliance teams Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field 5–10 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or related roles Strong knowledge of NDMO data governance framework Hands‑on experience with PDPL compliance and data privacy regulations CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) certification is mandatory Experience with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation, etc.) Strong understanding of data quality, metadata, and data lifecycle management Preferred Skills Experience in large‑scale enterprise or government environments Familiarity with data architecture and data warehousing concepts Knowledge of international data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR) Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Key Competencies Strong attention to detail and governance mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to influence and drive change across organizations Strategic thinking with hands‑on execution capability#J-18808-Ljbffr