Data Governance Analyst

This is a HYBRID ROLE - 3 days office and Rest REMOTE

Location :
Jhonston , IA (which is few miles from Des Moines, IA

This is 12 months contract Role.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Governance Framework Development:
   Partner with stakeholders to design and implement a comprehensive data governance framework that aligns with the Global Seeds Operations Business needs, covering areas such as data quality, metadata management, master data management (MDM), and data privacy.
2. Data Quality Management:
   Define data quality standards, metrics, and monitoring processes to evaluate and enhance the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of seed-related data across systems and operations.
3. Metadata Management:
   Create and maintain metadata repositories and data dictionaries to organize seed data assets, such as product attributes, classifications, and relationships, ensuring data lineage, traceability, and easy discoverability.
4. Data Privacy and Security:
   Establish and enforce data privacy and security measures to safeguard sensitive seed data against unauthorized access, disclosure, and misuse, ensuring compliance with regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and corporate policies.
5. Data Governance Compliance:
   Oversee compliance with internal data governance policies, external regulations, and industry standards, conducting regular audits and assessments, and working with stakeholders to resolve issues and mitigate risks.
6. Stakeholder Engagement:
   Collaborate with GSO data domain teams, R&D, IT, and Commercial departments to understand data needs, align data governance efforts with business priorities, and advocate for data stewardship best practices.
7. Change Management and Training:
   Develop and implement training programs, communication materials, and change management strategies to raise awareness of data governance, drive adoption, and encourage accountability, promoting a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Information Science, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related field, preferably within the agriculture or manufacturing industries.
• Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices, with hands-on experience implementing governance initiatives and tools.
• Knowledge of seed industry terminology, global supply chain operations, and manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Expertise in data quality assessment, metadata management, and data privacy and security practices.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and drive consensus on data governance priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving data governance challenges.