Lead Data Management (KE) job at Absa Bank Limited
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Lead Data Management (KE)
2026-02-18T13:39:08+00:00
Absa Bank Limited
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FULL_TIME
Absa Headquarters KE
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Banking
Computer & IT,Management,Business Operations
KES
MONTH
2026-02-28T17:00:00+00:00
8

About the role

The Lead Data Management will be responsible for overseeing and implementing data management strategies and policies within the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of data governance, data quality, data security, and data lifecycle management. The successful candidate will lead a team of data professionals to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of data assets.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement data management strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance.
  • Oversee data quality initiatives, including data profiling, cleansing, and validation.
  • Ensure the security and privacy of data assets in accordance with relevant regulations and policies.
  • Manage the data lifecycle, including data creation, storage, usage, archiving, and deletion.
  • Lead and mentor a team of data management professionals.
  • Collaborate with IT, business units, and other stakeholders to align data management practices with organizational goals.
  • Monitor and report on data management performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in data management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
  • Proven experience in data management, data governance, and data quality.
  • Strong understanding of data security principles and regulations.
  • Experience with data management tools and technologies.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in data management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Develop and implement data management strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance.
  • Oversee data quality initiatives, including data profiling, cleansing, and validation.
  • Ensure the security and privacy of data assets in accordance with relevant regulations and policies.
  • Manage the data lifecycle, including data creation, storage, usage, archiving, and deletion.
  • Lead and mentor a team of data management professionals.
  • Collaborate with IT, business units, and other stakeholders to align data management practices with organizational goals.
  • Monitor and report on data management performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in data management.
  • Data management
  • Data governance
  • Data quality
  • Data security
  • Data lifecycle management
  • Leadership
  • Team management
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
  • Proven experience in data management, data governance, and data quality.
  • Strong understanding of data security principles and regulations.
  • Experience with data management tools and technologies.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
bachelor degree
24
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Vacancy title:
Lead Data Management (KE)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Computer & IT,Management,Business Operations]

Jobs at:
Absa Bank Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, February 28 2026

Duty Station:
Absa Headquarters KE | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 18 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the role

The Lead Data Management will be responsible for overseeing and implementing data management strategies and policies within the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of data governance, data quality, data security, and data lifecycle management. The successful candidate will lead a team of data professionals to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of data assets.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement data management strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance.
  • Oversee data quality initiatives, including data profiling, cleansing, and validation.
  • Ensure the security and privacy of data assets in accordance with relevant regulations and policies.
  • Manage the data lifecycle, including data creation, storage, usage, archiving, and deletion.
  • Lead and mentor a team of data management professionals.
  • Collaborate with IT, business units, and other stakeholders to align data management practices with organizational goals.
  • Monitor and report on data management performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in data management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
  • Proven experience in data management, data governance, and data quality.
  • Strong understanding of data security principles and regulations.
  • Experience with data management tools and technologies.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in data management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the Absa Careers portal. Please ensure your application includes a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, February 28 2026
Duty Station: Absa Headquarters KE | Nairobi
Posted: 18-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 18-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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