Senior Manager: Data Management (Permanent) at The Special Investigating Unit

Main purpose: 

• To lead the strategic design, implementation, and governance of the SIU’s enterprise data management capabilities, including the implementation and maintenance of a modern data lakehouse environment. The role ensures that data is treated as a strategic asset, enabling advanced analytics, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making across the organisation.

Key performance areas (Include but are not limited to): 

• Guide and implement the SIU’s enterprise data strategy aligned with organisational goals. Oversee the design and operation of data platforms, including data lakes, warehouses, and integration pipelines.
• Lead data governance initiatives, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with legislation (e.g., POPIA). Manage data lifecycle processes, metadata management, and master data management (MDM).
• Collaborate with business units to identify data needs for the delivery of actionable insights. Drive innovation in data analytics, AI/ML readiness, and business intelligence. Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary data team (engineers, analysts). Manage data-related projects, budgets, and vendor relationships.

Minimum requirements

• NQF Level 8 – Honours Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field.
• 6–8 years of experience in enterprise data management, data warehousing, or analytics environments.
• At least 4 years in a senior or management role overseeing data governance or engineering. Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern data architectures (e.g., data lakehouse, data mesh) is highly desirable.