Data Governance Lead

Be the driver behind a university-wide data governance transformation.
Directly support major digital and enterprise projects.
Shape how the University manages, secures, and leverages data Are you passionate about turning data into a trusted strategic asset? Do you thrive in building capability from the ground up? We're looking for a Data Governance Lead to establish and embed data governance frameworks that will support our University's digital enablement plan and enterprise strategic projects.
This is a newly created role, giving you the rare opportunity to define and mature the data governance capability from the ground up.
You'll lead the development of governance practices for structured data, enabling better decision-making, improving data quality, and ensuring security and efficiency across integrated systems.
The Role As the Data Governance Lead, you will: Design, implement and manage the University's Data Governance Framework, policies and procedures.
Lead the classification of data assets and establish data quality standards, master data processes, and related governance structures.
Work closely with business stakeholders, IT, and cybersecurity teams to ensure data governance aligns with security requirements and enterprise architecture strategy.
Contribute to training, support, and the development of tools and documentation that build awareness and capability across the institution.
Provide hands-on configuration and application support for Microsoft data governance tooling, especially Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Fabric.
Meet with stakeholders across the university to discuss and guide data governance needs.
Collaborate with cybersecurity and digital governance colleagues to align governance practices with security protocols.
Configure and manage Microsoft Purview tooling to support data cataloguing and governance.
Classify and manage structured data sets to support major strategic initiatives.
Educate teams on data governance principles and best practices through workshops or one-on-one support.
Prioritise governance tasks based on business risk and enterprise data strategy This full time position is fixed term for 3 years at a HEW8 Higher Education Level located at Callaghan Campus.
About our University The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence.
Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe.
Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle's Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University's commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
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What we offer In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
These include: The remuneration for this position is from$116,596-$ 136030 p.a.
+superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience Flexible working arrangements with a requirement of a minimum 3 days per week on campus17% super and salary packaging Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more Wellbeing programs Your next steps Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
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Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include: Your resume A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.
Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications in Business, Information Systems or related field and extensive relevant experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated extensive experience in data governance implementations, including data profiling, data classification, data cataloguing, data lineage, metadata management, master data management as well as privacy and security concepts.
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and maintaining data governance frameworks, as well as tools, and processes, particularly using Microsoft Purview and Fabric as the technical enabler.
Excellent organisational skills and business acumen with a demonstrated ability to quickly and effectively understand complicated business concepts and efficiently align those with a data governance framework as well as the University's overall goals and objectives.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively as an effective member of a team.
Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to actively engage and communicate data governance to diverse audiences.
Some understanding of the BI and analytics sphere.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the capacity to build relationships at senior level and an inter-disciplinary way of working.
Demonstrated knowledge of workplace obligations to, and experience in leading and cultivating workplace practices and behaviours that promote, support and maintain a safe, healthy, equitable, diverse and respectful workplace, including responding appropriately to adverse incidents, behaviours, issues, reports and the like.
It is desirable that the successful candidate also possess the following: Relevant certifications such as CDMP or DMBOKExperience with agile teams and projects Familiarity with the Higher Education Sector.
Experience with Records Management within the Higher Education or Public Sector To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process.
This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role.
We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).
For specific position enquiries, please contact, Anthony Gorzalka (02) 4055 3483 or via email Anthony.
Gorzalka@newcastle.edu.au Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Closing date: Sunday 17th August 2025 11:59pm AEST#LI-KG1
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