Manager, Data Governance

Job title:

Manager, Data Governance

Company

Government of Alberta

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Manager, Data Governance
Job Requisition ID: 64695
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 26, 2024
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: ​$3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84.609 – $113,859/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:The Ministry of Health leads work in the areas of Alberta health insurance and benefits, doctors, hospitals and facilities, and other healthcare supports and information. This includes key systems such as Alberta Netcare, the provincial Elecontric Health Record, and MyHealth Records, an online tool that allows Albertans to view their own electronic health records. For more information on the work Alberta Health does, visit this link: .The Data Access and Information Privacy Branch is responsible for data standards, governance and privacy within Alberta’s health care system. This includes ensuring that data driven decisions are supported by robust governance, privacy standards, and stakeholder collaboration. This helps to facilitate enhanced data access, collaboration, reduction in data duplication and innovation to ensure effective and efficient services across the government and health ecosystem to provide better services to Albertans.Role ResponsibilitiesAre you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare through data-driven innovation? Do you thrive in leadership roles, creating frameworks that ensure privacy, consistency, and trust in data usage? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!Reporting to the Executive Director of Data Access and Information Privacy, the Manager will play a pivotal role in transforming Alberta’s healthcare data landscape and lead the development of a coordinated approach to managing, governing, and utilizing data for the benefit of all Albertans. The development of standardized data access practices will increase the ability to make evidence-informed policy and program decisions while increasing public confidence about data use in Alberta’s healthcare system.Key responsibilities:

• Develop, and maintain a data governance framework and associated standards, guidelines and policy instruments around data governance within the health ecosystem;
• Establish and manage processes/standards for managing data throughout its lifecycle, including how data is collected, stored, processed, analyzed and shared;
• Initiate and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with various stakeholders across the organization in order to develop and implement policy instruments and governance options/standards;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand specific business needs for data access, data linkage and data integration to ensure alignment for data governance;
• Participate in the development and implementation of performance metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor compliance with and effectiveness of data governance policies, standards and guidelines; and
• Ensure effective leadership by providing strategic direction and coaching support to team members.

Please click on the to view the job description.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.Our ideal candidate is someone who demonstrates the following competencies:

• Creative Problem Solving – The Manager is responsible for supporting and developing policy instruments and standards related to data governance, working with areas and organizations with different data access needs and requirements

• Systems Thinking – The Manager is responsible for understanding business needs across program areas and organizations, and developing data governance standards based on identified needs as well as best practices from around the world to facilitate data access, while working within the regulatory framework.

• Build Collaborative Environments – The Manager will lead the development/ implementation of a data governance framework and the associated policy instruments which will require working collaboratively with other managers in the unit, division, ministry, across GoA and with external stakeholders, often on cross-functional teams.

• Develop Networks – The Manager is required to build and manage a well-rounded network to enable and standardize processes and governance around data access.

• Develop Self and Others – The Manager is responsible for a diverse team and will need to leverage the strengths of the team to meet the nuanced mandate of the unit.

QualificationsUniversity degree in in business, science, public administration, law, information management or a related field supplemented by a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience is required.Equivalency:
Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Required:

• Experience providing advice and the ability to define a problem, develop solutions, and analyze options and solutions;
• In-depth knowledge of data governance trends, standards and best practices;
• Experience working with Alberta legislation, including privacy legislation, and governance systems;
• Experience working with a wide variety of stakeholders and diverse groups and the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate strategically, and balance the needs and interests of these diverse groups;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to consult, coordinate and collaborate with a broad range of decision-makers in a positive and constructive manner;
• Experience in privacy and/or information management; and
• Extensive project management experience and the ability to manage complex and politically sensitive projects.

Assets:

• A master’s degree in a related field;
• Supervisory experience; and
• Experience in project management.

A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to .NotesThis competition will be used to staff one (1) full-time permanent position.Hours of Work
7.25 hours daily/ 36.25 hours weekly, Monday to FridayLocation
ATB Place North, Edmonton, Alberta. This position requires working from the office with an option to qualify for a hybrid work arrangement (in accordance with GOA policy).Other information:

• This position maybe used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.
• Top candidates will undergo security screening

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Abhishek Sharma at

Expected salary

$84609 – 113859 per year

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:22:18 GMT

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