Job Description

Tau ake rā te moana nei, e papaki kau ana ki te ākau tangata, kakenga waka ka mauru te tohu ki te arearenga o Mauao, he pou herenga mōu, he pou hononga mōu, kia herea ki te tika, kia herea ki te pono. Kia mau, kia ita, kia ū – haumi e, hui e, tāiki e!

Te Tūranga | About the role

As our Enterprise Data Manager, you’ll lead the development and implementation of data governance strategies, frameworks, policies and procedures that support the integrity, security and effective use of data across Tauranga City Council. This is a key leadership role within Digital Services, working across the organisation to strengthen data standards, improve data quality and help build a more data-driven culture.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead enterprise data governance frameworks aligned to data strategy, policies, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive improvements in data quality, stewardship, lifecycle management, classification, retention and archiving.
• Establish and maintain an enterprise data catalogue to support data understanding, lineage, classification and usage.
• Work with teams across Council to define data ownership, stewardship and accountability.
• Promote data literacy, support communities of practice and help embed data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping how Council manages, protects and uses data to support better decisions for our city and community.

Ngā Pukenga | What you’ll need to succeed

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong senior-level experience in data governance, data management and/or data quality management, with a proven ability to develop and execute enterprise-level data strategies in complex environments.

You’ll also bring:

• A relevant qualification in computer science, information management, data science or a related field.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and security practices.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to manage, develop, influence and bring people with you.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work across diverse business areas and translate complex data concepts into practical, organisation-wide outcomes.

Experience driving cultural change, supporting a data-driven culture, working with data architecture or modelling principles, or operating in large ERP environments such as SAP would be an advantage.

Tō Tātou Kaunihera | About Tauranga City Council

At Tauranga City Council, our work has a direct impact on the city and the people who call it home. From planning for growth to delivering everyday services, our teams help shape a city we can all be proud of.

If you’re collaborative, forward-thinking, and community minded, you’ll find meaningful work and opportunity here.

We offer a supportive and flexible workplace, with benefits including 5 weeks’ annual leave, flexible hours, work from home options, and career development opportunities.

You can find out more about working at Tauranga City Council here

Te Tukanga | How to apply

If you want to be part of an energetic, fun, and supportive team, then we'd love to hear from you.For more information, please contact Geoff Barnard at Geoff.Barnard@tauranga.govt.nz

Please note we will not be accepting applications via email.If you wish to apply, please click ‘Apply’ at the bottom of this page and follow the link.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, applications will close upon the appointment of a successful candidate.

We’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities.
If you need any support or adjustments to take part in our recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@tauranga.govt.nz

• You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.
• Tauranga City Council does not accept unsolicited contact or applications from recruitment agencies. We will not pay fees or commissions related to unsolicited contact.

Enterprise Data Manager