Data Governance

Company Description
Nine is Australia's largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia's most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.

Nine's assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as , 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.

Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.

We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.

Job Description
Nine's Data, Product & Technology - Enterprise team drives commercial growth and deeper engagement with data-driven solutions. As the Data Governance & Privacy Manager, you will be a vital contributor to our responsible data and AI strategy. Working closely with senior leaders, you will help implement and maintain the critical frameworks that allow for ambitious innovation while upholding the highest ethical standards and robust privacy protections. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and make a tangible impact at the forefront of the media industry.

What you'll do:

• Implement Governance: You'll be hands-on in implementing and maintaining Nine's AI and Data Governance frameworks.
• Champion Data Integrity: You will support the management of our key data assets, ensuring their quality and integrity are fit for purpose.
• Drive Privacy Compliance: You will conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for new projects, ensuring we meet our obligations under the Privacy Act and the APPs.
• Manage Risk: You'll help identify and mitigate risks associated with data privacy and the responsible use of AI.
• Collaborate and Educate: You will partner with teams across the business to embed a 'Privacy-by-Design' culture and contribute to training programs.

Qualifications
What you'll bring:

• 3-5 years of professional experience in data privacy, data governance, or technology risk.
• A strong, practical understanding of the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
• Hands-on experience conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).
• An understanding of data management principles, including data quality and lifecycle management.
• A solid grasp of AI concepts (like machine learning and generative AI) and their associated privacy challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, with the ability to translate complex ideas into practical advice.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working within the media, entertainment, advertising, or technology industries
• Familiarity with data governance rolls and cloud platforms (e.g. Google Cloud Platform)
• Familiarity with emerging AI governance, safety, or ethics frameworks.
• Relevant industry certifications (CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/E, AIGP)

Additional Information
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.