1 x Data Governance Project Manager
Initial contract till 30 June ****
No security clearance is required
Location: Canberra preferred (flexible working arrangements for the right interstate candidate)
Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Data Governance Project Manager to join their Canberra office.
The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful management and delivery of the Data Governance Program.
This role will lead delivery of a structured Data Governance uplift to address audit findings, strengthen regulatory compliance, and uplift enterprise-wide data governance capabilities.
The program focuses on implementing governance frameworks, improving data lifecycle management, strengthening data quality oversight, and enhancing data visibility, classification, and control across the organization.
Manage and execute Data Governance initiatives to deliver agreed outcomes within timeframes and budget.
Perform project management and governance activities including reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and cost management.
Lead delivery of Data Governance uplift initiatives including policies, standards, roles, and accountabilities (e.g. Data Owners, Data Stewards).
Coordinate uplift of data lifecycle management practices, including retention, archival, and secure disposal aligned to regulatory and legal requirements.
Drive implementation of data discovery capabilities to improve visibility and control of sensitive and critical data assets.
Oversee delivery of data quality management processes, including controls, monitoring, and remediation of data issues.
Ensure alignment with regulatory obligations (e.g. Privacy Act, APRA requirements) and remediation of audit findings.
Work with relevant business units including Legal & Risk, Tax, Technology, Security and Data to coordinate tasks, resources, and deliverables.
Plan and manage workloads of a multidisciplinary team of staff, contractors, and vendors.




Drive stakeholder engagement and organizational change required to embed sustainable data governance practices.
Essential requirements
5+ years' experience as a Project Manager delivering complex data or technology projects
Strong understanding of Data Governance principles, frameworks, and operating model
Demonstrated experience delivering Data Governance, Data Management, or Data Quality initiatives aligned to regulatory or audit requirements
Strong project management fundamentals with ability to manage scope, budget, schedule, and stakeholders
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage project team members to deliver committed outcomes and timelines
Exposure to APRA or similar regulatory frameworks and compliance environments
Experience with data governance tooling (e.g. catalogues, lineage, data discovery)
Core Competencies
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations (Prioritizes external and internal customer needs, working hard to produce quality outcomes and deliver a seamless customer experience)
Behaviors demonstrated:
Takes the time to understand business and regulatory data requirements
Delivers high-quality outcomes that improve trust, compliance, and data usability
Aligns data governance initiatives to business objectives and risk reduction
Addresses data-related risks and stakeholder concerns proactively
Working with People (Works within a united organization; shows compassion, trust and respect towards others, communicates readily and provides feedback and support)




Behaviors demonstrated:
Builds strong relationships with stakeholders including Data Owners, Stewards, and business leaders
Communicates clearly across technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborates across business and technology teams to deliver outcomes
Supports teams in adopting recent governance processes and practices
Handles complex stakeholder discussions with tact and professionalism
Adapting and responding to change (Adapts to changing circumstances and encourages new ways of working; remains calm, positive and productive in ambiguity)
Behaviors demonstrated:
Drives organizational change required to embed data governance practices
Supports transition from reactive to proactive data management approaches
Encourages adoption of new tools, processes, and ways of working
Remains calm and effective in complex and evolving environments
Deciding and initiating action (Takes the initiative and makes prompt, clear decisions which may involve tough choices or risks considered)
Behaviors demonstrated:
Makes recommendations on governance priorities, controls, and delivery approaches
Takes ownership of delivery outcomes and responsibility for success
Identifies and manages risks relating to data security, compliance, and quality
Works autonomously while maintaining alignment with leadership
Desirable
Ability to manage project team members to deliver committed outcomes and timelines
Understanding of data lifecycle management, classification, and data protection practices
Financial Services industry regulatory frameworks & industry experience
Tertiary Qualification in Information Technology, Data or related discipline
Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, Agile, Scrum)
How to Apply
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📌 1 X Data Governance Project Manager (Canberra)
🏢 SWU Consultation
📍 Canberra