MDM Data Governance Manager

• Employment Type: Full-time, continuing role.
• Remuneration: Level 9 - from $148, % superannuation and leave loading.
• Location: Kensington, NSW

About UNSW

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.  We aspire to be Australia's global university, improving and transforming lives through excellence in research, outstanding education and a commitment to advancing a just society. 

Why your role matters

The Master Data Management (MDM) Data Governance Manager provides leadership in designing, implementing and managing UNSW's master and reference data governance framework to ensure data accuracy, consistency, compliance, and trust. The role drives the creation and enforcement of governance policies, standards, and stewardship practices that enable effective and responsible management of critical data across the University.

By translating governance principles into operational practice, the role oversees data ownership, quality measures, metadata standards, catalogue solutions, and compliance processes that underpin reliable analytics, reporting, and innovation. Working closely with stakeholders, the MDM Data Governance Manager resolves data quality and ownership issues, integrates governance into day-to-day operations, and ensures alignment with UNSW's strategic priorities, regulatory obligations, and the Enterprise Data Office agenda. The position reports to the Head of Master Data Management and has no direct reports.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be required to undertake and have experience in the following areas of expertise:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continual enhancement of UNSW's master data governance framework, policies, and standards in line with strategic and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee data profiling, cleansing activities, and adherence to data quality and governance standards.
• Provide guidance, escalation pathways, and accountability mechanisms to support data owners and stewards.
• Develop and maintain metadata standards, catalogues, privacy and retention guidelines, business glossaries, and data dictionaries to ensure consistent data understanding and use.
• Ensure governance practices comply with legal, regulatory, and institutional obligations, and prepare evidence and reporting for assurance and governance forums.
• Partner with stakeholders to embed governance practices, resolve data ownership and quality issues, and build capability through training, toolkits, and awareness initiatives.

About You 

• Tertiary qualifications (or equivalent experience) in information or data management, supported by extensive experience in large, complex organisations.
• Proven expertise in data governance, master data management, and related disciplines, with strong knowledge of stewardship models, metadata, data quality, privacy, and records obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to translate governance frameworks and policies into practical, business-as-usual processes.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders to embed governance practices and resolve data quality or ownership issues.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and influencing skills, with the ability to explain governance concepts clearly to non-specialist audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, familiarity with higher-education regulatory requirements, and alignment with UNSW's values and standards.

For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description. 

How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the Position Description) before Sunday 1 February 2026 by 11:55pm.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.