Head of Data
Core
Lead end-to-end data transition and migration for a Local Government Reorganisation programme, ensuring data integrity and readiness for new unitary authority structures.
Role type
Senior IC data programme lead (public sector)
Builds
Data transition programme supporting public sector reorganisation
Domain
Public sector / Local Government / Data Migration
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
data migration, data cleansing, data validation, information governance, stakeholder coordination, programme management, data quality management, risk mitigation, UAT coordination, reporting to senior stakeholders
Preferred skills
experience in complex public sector environments, navigating differing data maturity levels
Technologies
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Responsibilities
Coordinate collection, preparation, validation, and migration of data across multiple councils; oversee data quality work including cleansing, mapping, and reconciliation; commission and quality assure insights for programme planning; support migration planning, testing, and execution; oversee data-related elements of user acceptance testing and cutover activities; provide reporting to senior stakeholders on progress, risks, and readiness.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
