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Data and AI Governance Lead

e-Merge IT RecruitmentJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

4 days ago

Job description

Overview

Champion data integrity and ethical AI — set governance standards that drive trust and innovation! We’re creating a culture of trust and accountability in a data-driven world. We develop frameworks that ensure data is secure, compliant, and used responsibly — enabling the organisation to innovate with confidence. We are seeking a Data and AI Governance Lead who thrives at the intersection of compliance, ethics, and innovation. No dusty cubicles. No bureaucracy. Just smart humans shaping policies that matter.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field
7+ years’ experience in data governance, data management, or compliance leadership; substantial leadership experience
Knowledge of data governance tools (AWS Glue Data Catalog, Collibra, Alation, etc.)
Deep understanding of POPIA, GDPR, and data privacy regulations
Familiarity with AI governance and ethical AI practices
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Responsibilities

Develop and implement enterprise Data and AI Governance frameworks

Define data ownership, stewardship, and classification policies

Ensure compliance with regulations and internal standards

Oversee data quality, lineage, and metadata management

Collaborate with engineering and AI teams to embed governance controls

Promote data literacy and accountability across the organisation

Reference Number for this position is GZ60851. This is a permanent position based in Melrose Arch offering a cost to company salary of R1.5m per annum negotiable on experience and ability.

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Data Lead • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa