Job no: 503130
Work type: Professional
Location: Bruce
Categories: Administration, Project Management
* Lead the charge in driving the successful rollout of the University's Data Governance Framework, inspiring adoption and embedding best practices across the university.
* UC Level 8, Salary Range $113,289 pa - $126,361 pa plus 17% Super
* Full Time/Fixed Term Opportunity (12 Months)
About us:
Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
About the opportunity:
We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Data Governance Specialist to lead the next phase of our enterprise data governance framework rollout. This is a unique opportunity to coordinate a high-impact project that strengthens data maturity and governance across the University.
In this role, you'll act as the central coordinator - maintaining momentum, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring delivery stays on track. You'll work closely with an external vendor and collaborate with a project manager and broader support team, but the role is best suited to someone who thrives working independently and driving outcomes with confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the development and deployment of data governance frameworks and guidelines
* Manage and maintain UC's data governance practices throughout the rollout phase
* Identify and support key business stakeholders and roles in relation to the University's Data Governance Framework
* Collaborate with stakeholders to establish business processes for assessing, monitoring, and improving key data assets
* Undertake proactive and effective quality assurance and control across the implemented framework
* Provide oversight of data and data asset management processes
* Support Data Owners, Stewards, and other stakeholders in developing and implementing data sharing and access frameworks across the University
* Build, maintain, and leverage strong stakeholder relationships to positively influence project outcomes
* Promote data literacy by ensuring staff across the University are trained, informed, and empowered with good data governance principles and practices
Requirements:
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and inclusively with diverse internal and external stakeholders across all levels
* Proven capability to manage timelines, resources, and communications to ensure smooth execution and readiness for the rollout of the data governance framework
* Ability to navigate complex environments and align data governance initiatives with broader institutional goals
* Skilled in identifying challenges early and implementing practical solutions to maintain project momentum
* Willingness to adapt, learn, and refine processes to support long-term success of data governance practices
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Family-friendly policies
* On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
* Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
* Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
* Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your Resume and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.
Submit your Resume We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your Resume with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
Position Description - Data Governance Specialist
Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.
For job specific information: please contact Mr Chris Garlick – Deputy Director, Data Governance, Architecture & Innovation at
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on or email If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 14 September 2025
Advertised: 29 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time