Job Description

To develop operational plans to support the data strategy and execute in area of responsibility in order to derive value from data.
To adhere to and drive the adoption of the FirstRand Information Governance Framework and the Information Architecture policy within area of responsibility.
To embed information management within operational processes.

Prevent wastage and identify process improvements to contain and reduce costs 

Contribute to the development of a budget aligned to operational delivery plans, monitor effectiveness, and report on variances 

Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration, and innovation 

Deliver internal and external customer service excellence through adherence to quality service standards 

Take all necessary actions to ensure compliance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and governance requirements in area of accountability 

Ensure implementation of relevant policies, governance and practice standards across the business Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and FNB's internal compliance procedures and requirements 

Ensure compliance is adopted in terms of systems and procedures as laid out by FNB 

Implement and provide input into the development of governance and compliance procedures and processes within area of specialisation and identify risks 

Ensure adoption and localisation of common frameworks, practices, processes, standards and integration of business data value chain 

Ensure Platform alignment, governance, policy standards alignment and integration across relevant areas 

Ensure alignment of data and goals with the reduction of total cost of ownership, long term support costs and landscape complexity 

Understand and ensure implementation and adherence to Privacy business requirements, legislation and policy Ensure reporting of any Data Privacy Incidents and drives resolution of Privacy and Protection Audit Findings, Complaints, Incidents, Investigations and Privacy and Protection Assessments 

Ensure data is made meaningful and consumable as organisational asset 

Assume accountability for deriving, delivering and managing Data Product from the data under business ownership via the group's data architecture 

Ensure that operational processes requiring data are properly and robustly productionized for sustainability 

Ensure adherence to appropriate information management practices, Information Architecture Framework and delivers operational robustness 

Lead relevant change and communications functions to drive functional maturity 

Pull together data from various sources to integrate into format allowing for analytical consumption 

Manage integration of data for business and creation of data mart to answer business questions, including data warehousing management 

Ensure applicable data product is productionized accordingly to appropriate policies and standards and utilizing the appropriate Group platforms 

Create tactical plans for achievement of outputs / deliverables in collaboration with Technology stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of information technology solutions to support information management requirements 

Manage business BI function to productionalise report development and delivery that meets business information requirements, if required 

Manage project dependencies management and long-term prioritization of the business's overall analytical needs and opportunities 

Demonstrate leadership behavior through personal involvement, commitment, and dedication in support of organisational values 

Participate in planned activities, that are appropriate for own and employee development 

Develop, encourage, and nurture collaborative relationships within FNB and/or across the FRG 

 

 Qualifications, Experience and Skills 

BSc Computer Science or BCom Information Technology/Information management 

Must have a minimum of 2 year's experience in managing team 

Strong background in Data governance, Metadata and Records Management 

DAMA certificate  

Tool of trade: SAS, SQL, Python, Pyspark, 

Must have experience managing Information/data assets 

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

19/11/24

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.