Program Manager – Enterprise Data Governance & Initiatives
Job Summary
The Program Manager plays a critical role in driving enterprise data programs that support our strategic data governance and engineering initiatives. This individual will oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of multiple data-related programs, which include the facilitation of steering committees as part of broader program governance.
In this role, you will manage complex, cross-functional initiatives that advance the organization’s data strategy, ensure compliance with governance standards, and deliver measurable business outcomes. You will work closely with executive sponsors, data product owners, data engineers, architects, data stewards, and business stakeholders to ensure programs are aligned with enterprise objectives and executed with operational excellence.
This position requires a strong background in technology program management, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a deep understanding of data governance principles and enterprise data management best practices.
Steering Committee Coordination
Schedule, organize, and facilitate all aspects of multiple data steering committee meetings, including developing agendas with the chair, preparing meeting materials (presentations, reports, documents), distributing materials in advance, managing meeting logistics (venue, technology), recording and distributing meeting minutes, and tracking attendance. Disseminate information to committee members and stakeholders, track progress on action items, prepare regular reports on committee activities and progress, and maintain accurate records of all committee decisions, documents, and communications. Track and communicate decisions, action items, and follow-ups to relevant stakeholders. Maintain and organize all steering committee-related documentation in a central repository. This includes charters, meeting minutes, presentations, policies, procedures, and other relevant materials. Ensure documentation is easily accessible, up-to-date, and properly indexed.Program & Project Leadership
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise data programs, ensuring alignment to strategic objectives and business priorities. Develop and manage integrated program plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and dependencies across multiple workstreams. Identify risks, issues, and roadblocks; drive resolution to maintain program momentum and quality. Partner with technical leads to ensure solutions meet both business and technical requirements.Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Serve as a central point of contact for program stakeholders, providing regular status updates and ensuring alignment across business and technical teams. Develop executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reports to communicate progress, outcomes, and risks. Foster cross-departmental collaboration and promote adoption of governance-driven practices.Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Serve as a central point of contact for program stakeholders & data steering committee-related communications, providing regular status updates and ensuring alignment across business and technical teams. Develop executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reports to communicate progress, outcomes, and risks. Serve as a central point of contact for . Disseminate information to committee members and stakeholders, track progress on action items, prepare regular reports on committee activities and progress, and maintain accurate records of all committee decisions, documents, and communications. Foster cross-departmental collaboration and promote adoption of governance-driven practices.Program Documentation & Tracking
Maintain accurate, accessible documentation for all program initiatives, including charters, roadmaps, status reports, meeting minutes, policies, and procedures. Use project and program management tools to track deliverables, dependencies, and KPIs.