Senior Director – Data Governance | Doha, Qatar

Location

Doha, Qatar

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Legal & Compliance
• Business Development
• Science & Research

Job Overview

An opportunity is available for a Senior Director – Data Governance in Doha, Qatar, for a senior data leader responsible for enterprise-wide data governance, data quality, ownership, accessibility, and compliance initiatives. The role will support digital transformation and advanced analytics by establishing a trusted and well-governed enterprise data environment.

The successful candidate will develop enterprise data governance frameworks, establish data ownership and quality standards, lead data privacy and regulatory initiatives, and improve data accessibility across business functions. The position will also focus on building sustainable data governance capabilities across business units.

This senior leadership opportunity offers significant career growth for professionals with expertise in enterprise data management, governance, privacy, compliance, and digital transformation. Continued professional development and relevant certifications in data governance, privacy, information security, or data management can further support progression into broader enterprise data leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide data governance frameworks.
• Establish clear data ownership, accountability, and stewardship models.
• Define and implement enterprise data quality standards and controls.
• Lead data privacy, regulatory, and compliance initiatives.
• Improve enterprise data accessibility, reliability, and trust.
• Establish governance processes supporting consistent data management across business units.
• Develop data governance policies, standards, procedures, and operating models.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to improve data governance maturity.
• Build data governance capabilities across organizational functions.
• Support digital transformation and advanced analytics initiatives through effective data governance.
• Monitor data governance performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of data accountability, quality, and responsible data usage.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in data governance, data management, information management, or a related field.
• Proven experience developing and implementing enterprise data governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of data ownership, stewardship, data quality, and data management principles.
• Experience leading data privacy and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise data governance operating models and controls.
• Experience working across multiple business units and stakeholder groups.
• Strong leadership and organizational capabilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic decision-making skills.
• Experience supporting digital transformation and advanced analytics initiatives.
• Relevant professional certifications in data management, governance, privacy, or related disciplines are advantageous.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary: QAR 400,000–650,000 + Bonus

The position offers a senior leadership opportunity focused on enterprise data governance and digital transformation.

Career development opportunities include:

• Enterprise-wide data leadership responsibility.
• Exposure to digital transformation and advanced analytics initiatives.
• Development of expertise in data governance, quality, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Professional development and relevant data governance or privacy certifications.
• Opportunity to build and lead enterprise data governance capabilities across business units.
• Potential progression into broader Chief Data Officer, enterprise data leadership, or digital transformation leadership roles.

Application Process

Application Process (Website)

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Candidates should ensure their CV clearly highlights enterprise data governance leadership, data quality, ownership, privacy, compliance, and digital transformation experience.

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