Data Strategist - Ottawa, Canada - International Development Research Centre

International Development Research Centre

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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If you are looking for a career opportunity, want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by taking part in international development, and are passionate about Data governance
, _the International Development Research Centre (_
IDRC) is the place for you:

IDRC is home to people who share a passion for international development research. We look for employees who believe that knowledge and innovation can help solve the world's most critical challenges.

Come join our team and help us build a _more sustainable and inclusive world_

Our employment opportunity of the moment:

_Data Strategist (Governance)_**:

Location:
Ottawa, Canada (Hybrid Mode*)

Take a minute to see if:

You have:

A University degree in computer science, data science, information science, business or other relevant degree, or an acceptable combination of education, experience, and training. Data management or data governance certification is an asset.
Proficiency in English and French (reading writing and speaking).
Substantive experience in developing and implementing data and information governance frameworks with clear roles and responsibilities for data ownership & stewardship roles to ensure their accuracy, availability, and authoritative nature.
Relevant experience data and information classification compliance, and training requirements for staff, to ensure sound information governance as part of IDRC's transition to a data driven organization.
Experience in establishing and implementing retention policies to IDRC information and data assets, in accordance with best practices, recommendations and regulations, as appropriate.
Knowledge of database languages such as SQL to run data queries and understanding of transforming and transferring data between information systems is an asset.
Experience in business intelligence tools; experience in business analysis; are considered assets.
Knowledge of data modeling is an asset.

You are:

Someone who enjoys working with diverse teams and forming and managing relationships across the organization to ensure comprehensive information governance and the completeness and quality of corporate data in support of a datadriven culture.
Passionate about data and information ownership and stewardship, guiding and coaching technical and nontechnical personnel, and you stay informed of best practices and innovations in the field of data and information governance.
Motivated to take a strategic approach to managing IDRC's data and information assets, including the development of goals, objectives, operating procedures, and continuous improvement planning.
A skilled communicator with great interpersonal skills.

You are interested in:

Helping IDRC to leverage its data and information assets to enable evidencebased decisionmaking, as a strategic priority.
Investigating and making recommendations about data competency and training requirements.
Joining a dynamic team
Digital Analytics and Governance and working in collaborative and creative ways across the Centre to solve complex data problems, in support of real and sustainable change in our world.
Performing in a stimulating and flexible work environment promoting innovation and exploration.
Benifiting from professional learning and development.
Having a sense of fulfillment, contributing to a more just and equitable world.
Joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Then we are interested in your profile:

At IDRC
, we support your professional development
:

Additional Information:

Hybrid Mode: Have the flexibility to work in hybrid mode (minimum 3 days out of 10 in the office).

The International Development Research Centre is committed to creating and fostering a
respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people's lives we impact and the Canadian community we work within, where everyone can truly be themselves.

We welcome Indigenous peoples and persons from all races, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, as well as persons with physical or mental disabilities to be part of our team.

We strive to ensure barrier-free selection processes.

If you are contacted regarding a career opportunity, testing or interview, please advise the People and Corporate Culture Division representative of the accommodation measures that must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

**Who can apply? Canadian citizens and permanent residents.