• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

The Special Investigating Unit

Senior Manager: Data Management (Permanent)

Organization:
Special Investigating Unit (SIU) – Independent statutory body established under Act No. 74 of 1996
Mandate: Investigate corruption, malpractice, and maladministration in state institutions

Position Details

πŸ“ Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
πŸ“… Employment Type: Full-Time
πŸ“š Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 8) in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
πŸ’Ό Experience: 6-8 years (Minimum 4 years in senior data management role)

Core Purpose

Lead strategic design and governance of enterprise data systems, ensuring optimal data utilization for organizational decision-making and operational efficiency through modern data architectures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute enterprise data strategy aligned with organizational objectives
  • Manage data platforms including cloud-based systems (Azure/AWS/GCP) and data lakehouse environments
  • Implement data governance frameworks ensuring POPIA compliance and data security
  • Oversee data lifecycle management, metadata systems, and master data solutions
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to identify analytics requirements and enable AI/ML readiness
  • Lead multidisciplinary data teams and manage technical projects

Essential Requirements

  • Advanced degree in relevant quantitative discipline
  • Proven experience with modern data architectures (data mesh/lakehouse)
  • Demonstrated success in leading data governance initiatives
  • Strong technical expertise in cloud data platforms and ETL processes
  • Strategic thinking with problem-solving capabilities

Application Process

Submit application through official SIU careers portal.
Note: The SIU does not charge fees for any recruitment processes.

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