Program Manager Data Governance, WWC

Title : Program Manager - Data Governance WWC

Duration : 12 Months

Location : Atlanta GA - part-time (HYBRID) - This contract is part-time - 25 hours per week with 4 days / week in the office 1 day remote on Fridays

Key Skills : Data Governance State & Local County Experience Data compliance Data frameworks Program Management Change Management What Works Cities (WWC)

Program Overview

The contractor will assist the Data Governance & Compliance Manager in establishing a comprehensive data governance framework managing the day-to-day operations of the Data Governance Program and driving the What Works Cities (WWC) Certification process (Silver Gold and Platinum) within 1824 months.

The contractor will coordinate with WWCs Results for America and internal teams to complete assessments gather documentation maintain dashboards and track progress toward certification milestones. This role requires strong program management analytical and technical documentation skills to support data-driven governance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the WWC Certification Program ensuring milestones for Silver Gold and Platinum certifications are met.
• Conduct assessments and gap analyses against WWC standards and criteria.
• Develop and maintain project dashboards tracking systems and progress reports.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to collect data documentation and evidence.
• Create standardized templates and monthly progress updates.
• Prepare and submit the WWC self-assessment and certification documentation.
• Develop change management and internal communications campaigns to promote data-driven culture.
• Recommend process improvements and system integration enhancements for analytics and monitoring.

Key Skills

Deliverables : (Working with the Data Governance and Compliance Manager)

Deliverable

Due Date / Frequency

Description

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

Semi-Annually

Review summarize and upload the Compliance Risk Assessment Report which includes the Evaluation of risks related to data handling and recommend mitigation strategies. Propose mitigation strategies.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

Within 120 days of hire

Work with the Data Gov & Compliance Mgr. to create the Data Policy & Standards Manual which is a comprehensive guide outlining data classification security and access protocols.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

First training session within 6 months of hire

Ongoing; updated annually

Create / Tailor a Training Program & Materials Curriculum and materials for internal training on data governance and compliance.

Data Governance Training

Assist with providing training sessions regularly scheduled and provided on an ongoing basis.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

Within 60 days of framework

Work with the Data Gov & Compliance Mgr. to create and upload a Data Stewardship Roles Matrix Assignment of ownership and accountability across departments.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

As required for audits

Prepare and upload Audit Support Documentation Packet Documentation of compliance practices risk logs and response actions.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

Every 3 months

Quarterly Governance Status Report Updates on metrics training participation compliance issues and improvements.

What Works Cities Assessment Dashboard Uploads and Responses

Within 150 days of hire

Work with the Data Gov & Compliance Mgr. to create an Incident Response & Escalation Protocol Procedures aligned with cybersecurity for responding to data breaches or misuse.

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1