Save the Children International
Manager, Transformation Project Management – Data Governance
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Manager, Transformation Project Management – Data Governance
Role Overview
Save the Children International invites applications for a Manager, Transformation Project Management – Data Governance role. This position will support the global organisation in establishing robust data governance frameworks to enhance decision-making, operational efficiency, and accountability. The role focuses on designing and implementing foundational data governance structures, aligning with financial and HR priorities while acting as an essential enabling function for the FMS SaaS project.
About the Role
Team and Purpose
AI, data, and digital capabilities are critical enablers for modern organisations, especially in sectors where every investment directly impacts children’s lives. Save the Children manages diverse systems, tools, and processes but lacks a cohesive governance approach. This Data Governance initiative ensures data integrity, consistency, and trust across the organisation, supporting better insights and accountability.
Key Focus Areas
- Define data domains, identify data owners/stewards, and embed governance practices.
- Prioritise financial and HR controls to enable the FMS SaaS project delivery.
- Lead cross-functional stakeholder engagement, influence without direct authority, and drive transformation through collaboration.
Role Purpose
You will:
- Establish processes for data stewardship and controls in alignment with strategic objectives.
- Oversee project lifecycle management (planning, stakeholder communication, risk mitigation).
- Serve as a managerial enabler for the Head of Data Governance, two Data Governance Analysts, and a Global Change Manager.
- Drive transformation globally, using influence to navigate complex organisational structures.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
- Drive project delivery using SCI’s structured project management toolkit.
- Facilitate workshops to define project scope, approaches, and timelines in line with Head, FMS Transition priorities.
- Develop and maintain plans, budgets, and risk frameworks with clear dependencies and milestones.
- Proactively manage stakeholders to mitigate obstacles and ensure delivery alignment.
Governance and Coordination
- Lead governance forums, reporting updates to the Management Review Group (MRG).
- Maintain a comprehensive documentation repository for project accountability.
- Collaborate with the Global Change Manager to integrate change activities and communications into project plans.
- Ensure consistency in system-wide data issues across ціa architecture.
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Team and Process Improvement
- Coach workstream leads (typically subject matter experts) to drive activities.
- Implement best practices in project management and evolutionary improvements.
- Foster collaboration and accountability across borders.
Key Relationships
- Externally: Head of Data Governance, Data Governance Analysts, Global Change Manager.
- Internally: FMS Transition, Business SMEs, Portfolio Project Directors.
Living Conditions, Remit, and Essential Details
- Job Title: Manager, Transformation Project Management – Data Governance
- Reports To: Director, Transformation Development
- Work Pattern: Hybrid/Remote (flexible)
- Location: Any approved Save the Children International office (see full list)
- Time Zone: Any (competitive flexible approaches welcomed)
- Contract: Fixed-term Maternity Cover (12 months)
- Language: English (spoken & written)
- Travel: Up to 10%
- Budget Responsibility: Line-managed by Director, Transformation Development
- Remit: Global
Principal Duties (Key Responsibilities)
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Project Coordination
- Define, document, and monitor scope, plans, and timelines in alignment with business objectives.
- Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and finances to ensure timely delivery.
- Conduct adherence assessments across workstreams; delegate accountability where necessary.
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent project interests at Management Review Group (MRG) meetings.
- Maintain transparent trackers for ongoing progress and conformance updates.
- Use influential techniques since critical parts of the role involve working without direct line management.
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Data Governance Activity
- Enforce organisational data policies across operational efforts.
- Leverage change champions to drive controlled adoption of governance standards.
About Save the Children International
Save the Children works in 116 countries, empowering children to survive, learn, and thrive. We value collaboration, integrity, and inclusivity, and provide meaningful growth within a global mission.
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- Career Impact: Our employees directly contribute to Ambitious for Children 2030, a strategy aiming to reach every last child.
- Diversity Values: We foster equitable, inclusive cultures, reflecting the diversity of populations we serve.
Requirements
Experience and Skills
Essential
✔ Deep expertise in data governance within a global, complex organisation. ✔ Proven project management with experience delivering timely, budget-aligned outcomes, including PM frameworks (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall). ✔ Analytical problem-solving and collaborative solution design skills. ✔ Cultural agility, organisational sensibilities, and stakeholder influence at all levels. ✔ Strong communication skills in written and oral English.
Desirable
✒ Experience with PM tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello) or office suites (Excel). ✒ Background in non-profit development work. ✒ Unicredit language proficiency (French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic).
Qualifications
Essential
✔ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. ✔ Certified PM methodology (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMI).
Desirable
✔ Industry sector experience (especially international development projects). ✔ Second language fluency (see list above).
Benefits
Working Culture
- Elite industry alignment with legacy global trust.
- Hybrid and remote flexibility aligned to Save the Children’s Code of Conduct.
- Strong sense of purpose—advancing child-centric global goals.
- Diverse work offering room for professional and personal growth.
Sustainability Commitment
- Equal employment opportunity across all dimensions, including disability and DEI.
- Reasonable adjustments provided for accessible recruitment processes.
Recruitment Process
- Assess Doppelgenger (Resumé & Cover Letter)
- Competency Interviews with hiring team
- Offer Subject to reference checks and background/legal vetting.
- Academic focus in inclusion via Children and Adults Safeguarding Program lessons.
Note: All applications must include a CV and cover letter. For the original job profile link: www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply (archived after advert closure). Rolling applications preferred.**
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