Data Governance Manager - Data Standards (1411)

Dundee, Glasgow Job Summary Data is one of the Agency’s most valuable assets. As the Data Governance Manager- Data Standards in the Data Management Office of Social Security Scotland you will play a central part in defining, maturing, implementing and assuring the Data Standards frameworks, policies, standards and processes required for the Agency to effectively manage our data as a business asset. Working closely with the Data Management Lead within a dedicated team for data management, you will coordinate and liaise with stakeholders both technical and non-technical across the organisation to ensure compliance with data standards, assess data maturity and support continual improvement. You will work with data partners to improve compliance with data standards and raise awareness and advocate the benefits of data standards to improving the quality, availability, consistency and value of Social Security Scotland’s data. DDaT Pay Supplement This post is part of the Scottish Government Digital, Data and Technology (DDAT) profession and as a member of the profession you will join the professional development system. This post currently attracts a £5,000 annual DDAT pay supplement, applicable after a 3 months competency qualifying period. The payment will be backdated to your start date in the role. Pay supplements are reviewed regularly and there is one currently underway. Changes will be communicated when the review is concluded. Job Description A Data Governance Manager defines, implements and manages Data Governance frameworks, policies and standards. At This Role Level, You Will: work on the design and implementation of practical data standards solutions to support Social Security Scotland needs identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve the quality and trustworthiness of data throughout Social Security Scotland implement and establish wider data management competencies within Social Security Scotland (such as governance of data standards, metadata management, aligning data quality, and master data management to support the data strategy) apply data standards to optimise the value of data throughout its life cycle work within Social Security Scotland to minimise data risks and increase data literacy work with the wider DDaT and public sector data community to establish and use common standards and approaches to data maturity, contributing from experience and lessons learned to help shape improvements across the community A Data Governance Manager defines, implements and manages Data Governance frameworks, policies and standards. At This Role Level, You Will: work on the design and implementation of practical data standards solutions to support Social Security Scotland needs identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve the quality and trustworthiness of data throughout Social Security Scotland implement and establish wider data management competencies within Social Security Scotland (such as governance of data standards, metadata management, aligning data quality, and master data management to support the data strategy) apply data standards to optimise the value of data throughout its life cycle work within Social Security Scotland to minimise data risks and increase data literacy work with the wider DDaT and public sector data community to establish and use common standards and approaches to data maturity, contributing from experience and lessons learned to help shape improvements across the community Person specification Success Profiles We use an assessment framework called ‘Success Profiles’ which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about how we assess the Success Profile elements Essential Experience Experience of defining, developing, implementing and measuring effective Data Standards policies, processes and identifying opportunities for improvement across the data life cycle for a medium to large scale organisation. Ability to communicate and advocate the requirements and benefits of data standards policy and processes, collaborating with stakeholders to raise compliance and continually improve processes and practices to meet both the organisation’s and their needs. Behaviours Changing & Improving (Level 3) Leadership (Level 3) You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours, here: Success Profiles – Civil Service Behaviours (publishing.service.gov.uk) Technical / Professional Skills This role is aligned to Data Governance Manager within the Digital, Data and Technology Profession. These skills will be tested during the Technical Assessment if you are successful at sift stage. They will be not be assessed at application stage. Please review the following to understand the skill expectations: Data governance manager – Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Annual Leave – You will receive 25 days annual leave on joining us. This will increase to 30 days after four full years of service. You will also have 11.5 public and privilege days of leave every year. We also offer Flexi-time. Any extra hours you\’ve worked can be taken as leave when suitable. A Civil Service Pension – This job comes with a Civil Service pension. New joiners to the Civil Service will join a career average pension scheme as standard. Read more here – www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk. Healthy work life balance – We can offer the possibility of full-time, part-time, term-time, and job shares. We also encourage flexible working. Discounts – You can enjoy a vast range of retail, travel and lifestyle discounts through our benefit scheme. Personal support for you – Our Employee Assistance Programme gives you confidential, independent information and guidance 24/7. Volunteering special leave – Up to six days paid special leave a year for volunteering. We support our staff to help causes important to them. Great locations – Our bright and modern offices in the heart of Dundee and Glasgow have been designed with staff in mind. Both locations are ideal for public transport. Selection process details Expected Timeline (subject to change) Sift – w/c 23rd June Interview – w/c 14th July Location – In Person in either Dundee or Glasgow To apply please submit an application form by clicking on the ‘Apply at Advertisers Site’ button. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. 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We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission\’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission\’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window). The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window). Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job Contact : Name : Resourcing Team Email : recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot Telephone : 08001577194 Recruitment team Email : recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot Further information https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/working-with-us/help-with-your-application #J-18808-Ljbffr