Data Management Specialist

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor

Role Purpose

The Data Management Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing enterprise-wide data management practices. The role focuses on ensuring data quality, security, compliance, and effective data utilization aligned with regulatory frameworks such as PDPL and NDMO guidelines.


Key Responsibilities

  • Define and implement data management and governance frameworks across the organization
  • Establish and enforce data quality standards, policies, and procedures
  • Collaborate with business and technical teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity
  • Develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata management, and data lineage documentation
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy and protection regulations (e.g., PDPL)
  • Align data practices with national-level frameworks such as NDMO (where applicable)
  • Monitor data lifecycle management including data acquisition, storage, archival, and disposal
  • Lead initiatives related to Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Governance tools implementation
  • Conduct data audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting
  • Provide guidance on data security, access controls, and data classification
  • Work closely with analytics teams to enable data-driven decision making

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong expertise in Data Management, Data Governance, and Data Quality frameworks
  • Hands-on experience with metadata management and data catalog tools
  • Knowledge of data privacy regulations (PDPL or similar frameworks)
  • Understanding of NDMO or equivalent national data governance frameworks (good to have)
  • Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) certification – good to have
  • Certifications in data governance, data privacy, or cloud platforms are a plus
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
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