Senior Data Governance Architect JP053953

Senior Data Governance Architect (Part-Time Contract)
Ghent Belgium (On-site)
Duration: 2 months (11 May 2026 11 July 2026)
Workload: 1 day per week

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Governance Architect to lead the translation of data governance strategy into a structured scalable and operational framework within an enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead governance framework workshops with business and IT stakeholders
• Design and implement the data governance operating model (roles processes cadence escalation paths KPIs)
• Develop governance policies and drive stakeholder alignment and formal sign-off
• Build and mature a comprehensive Data Governance Playbook
• Lead data catalog tool selection (requirements evaluation demos TCO and recommendations)
• Oversee implementation of the selected catalog solution in line with governance design
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive sponsors and steering committees

Required Experience

• Extensive experience designing and implementing data governance programs
• Hands-on expertise with data catalog platforms such as Purview DataHub OvalEdge Collibra Alation or Atlan
• Experience leading tool selection processes or RFPs is a strong advantage
• Proven track record delivering governance frameworks policies and playbooks in enterprise environments

Key Skills

• Deep expertise in data governance frameworks and operating models
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Advanced workshop facilitation and alignment capabilities
• Ability to translate governance strategy into measurable KPIs and operational processes

Profile

• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic execution-focused mindset
• Strong advisory presence with the ability to influence senior leadership
• Confident facilitator across diverse stakeholder groups
• Structured consistent and results-driven
• Persistent in driving alignment decisions and governance adoption

Languages

• English: Full professional proficiency (required)
• Dutch: Nice to have