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66562BRAuto req ID:66562BRJob Code:360060 Admin Offcr/SrIndiv Contrib Department Office Location:USA - MA - Cambridge Business Title:Director of Data Strategy & GovernanceSub-Unit:Office of the President and Provost Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :060Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 8+ years of experience working as a data strategist and/or data governance leader.

• Strong understanding and knowledge of data management and governance principles, methodologies, and best practices.

• Experience leading large-scale organizational change efforts related to data governance.

• Knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance regulations and requirements.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience working with executive leadership and technology teams at large, complex higher education institutions.

• Strong ability to develop a strategic vision, influence business and technology stakeholders to buy into the vision, and effectively execute the vision.

• Senior leadership experience leading teams across data management and governance.

Additional Information:

This position has a 3-month orientation and review period.

This position is a two-year term appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on available funding.

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Department:Institutional Research and AnalyticsPre-Employment Screening:Education, IdentitySchedule:Full time. Monday through Friday. 35 hours per week. Job Function:General Administration Position Description:

The Director of Data Strategy & Governance will play a pivotal role in bringing together stakeholders from across the University to tackle our most pressing data challenges, while also creating a mechanism to protect our data and leverage our data for strategic initiatives. Outlined below are the primary focus areas for this position. However, the expectation is that as the University’s data maturity grows, the responsibilities of the Director of Data Strategy & Governance may evolve.

Organizational Development & Communications

• Convene, lead, and recruit members of the University’s Executive Data Committee (EDC), University Data Advisory Group (UDAG), and Data Stewardship Council (DSC).

• Foster communication channels on data initiatives across schools and functional areas and develop an active community of practice amongst data stewards.

• Create and maintain data governance learning and development curriculum for data stewards and other key data stakeholders.

• Maintain and elevate executive buy-in on data governance efforts across all aspects of the University.

• Provide executive updates on strategic data initiatives to stakeholders across the University.

• Participate in thought leadership and higher education leadership forums on data strategy and governance.

Data Strategy Development

• Lead the development of an enterprise data strategy for the University, and upon establishment of an enterprise data strategy, serve as the primary leader tracking progress towards its objectives.

• Drive the identification, business case development, and socialization of strategic data initiatives.

Data Governance Execution

• Create data governance standards, policies, procedures, and best practices, and establish a mechanism to diffuse these practices across stakeholder groups.

• Enhance the University’s ability to manage metadata (i.e., data definitions, data lineage, etc.) across data sources.

• Actively partner with the Information Security and Data Privacy (ISDP) team on data security and privacy efforts, including compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, FERPA, etc.).

• Enable data stewards and other data stakeholders to implement tactical data quality improvement solutions.

• Collaborate with OIRA staff to conduct research and analysis to inform data governance proposals and challenges.

Performance & Maturity Measurement

• Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of data governance and other strategic data initiatives relative to the institution’s priorities and data strategy.

• Create a mechanism to monitor and report data governance effectiveness regularly to university leadership.

School/Unit:University Administration EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Working Conditions:

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Job Summary:

The Director of Data Strategy & Governance will lead the development and execution of the University’s data strategy in partnership with executive leadership, data stewards, and other stakeholders. This position is responsible for nurturing and continuously developing a data-driven culture and activating a community of practice of data stakeholders. The Director of Data Strategy & Governance is an expert in the principles of data governance, with a proven ability to communicate the concepts of metadata management, data security and privacy, and data quality management that translate to a measurable increase in the University’s overall data maturity.

This position reports directly to the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Analytics and is an integral part of the Office of Institutional Research and Analytics (OIRA). The position also has a dotted line reporting to the Associate Vice President, Administrative Technology Services for Harvard University Information Technology (HUIT).

OIRA, part of the Office of the Provost, supports Harvard’s leadership by providing institutional data analysis and reporting. OIRA serves as a trusted resource for implementing best practices in data synthesis and translation and supports a broad set of university functions.

HUIT is the central IT organization for the University. Within HUIT, this position will work most closely with the Administrative Technology Services team within the overall HUIT organization. HUIT's mission is to make it easier for faculty, students, researchers, and staff to teach, learn, research, and work through the effective use of IT.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.

• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.

• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.

• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.

• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.

• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.

• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.

• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-EP1Work Format Details:This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.