Data & AI Governance Lead

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP017056/KM

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you ready to take the lead in shaping how Data & AI are governed, managed and trusted within a large, complex organisation?

POSITION INFO:
We are looking for an experienced Data & AI Governance Lead to drive governance frameworks, responsible AI practices, data risk management and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

This is a strategic opportunity for someone who can operate at the intersection of Data, AI, Risk, Governance and Business and who is passionate about building mature, future-focused governance environments.

What you’ll be doing:

Develop and drive Data & AI Governance strategies, frameworks and roadmaps
Establish and embed Responsible AI governance and AI risk management practices
Oversee AI use cases from intake and approval through to monitoring
Drive AI readiness across strategic data products and datasets
Strengthen data quality, lineage, ownership, metadata and governance controls
Provide governance assurance across risk, privacy, security and compliance
Engage with senior stakeholders, Internal Audit, IT and business teams
Identify governance gaps and drive remediation and continuous improvement
Provide thought leadership on emerging AI, data and regulatory trends
Mentor and guide Data & AI Governance practitioners

What we’re looking for:

Relevant degree in Information Studies or a related field
8+ years' experience across data/information management and governance
Strong experience within financial services or a similarly regulated environment
Strong understanding of data risk, governance, compliance and information management
Knowledge of frameworks such as DAMA, COBIT, King IV and relevant regulatory requirements
3–5 years' exposure to AI Governance, Responsible AI, Model Governance, Model Risk Management or AI Compliance would be highly advantageous

Why this opportunity?

This is more than a traditional Data Governance role. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the governance landscape around AI and data, influence strategic decision-making and help build an environment where emerging technologies can be adopted responsibly and securely.

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If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database for future opportunities.

For more information, contact:
Kholo Mongalo

Recruitment Researcher – Actuarial & Analytics
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