REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in data management, analytics, governance, or architecture.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Science, IT, Environmental Science, Information Science, or equivalent experience.
• Proven record of strategic planning, program management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent executive communication skills for reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving, decision-making, and relationship management.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Prior experience in scientific, governmental, or environmental data programs.
• Familiarity with environmental domains such as air, water, waste, or conservation data.
• Strong emotional intelligence, facilitation, and collaboration skills.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a Director, Program Management to lead enterprise-wide data governance, analytics, and modernization initiatives.
This senior leadership role will oversee the client’s data strategy, data architecture, governance, and advanced analytics to drive informed decision-making and improve program operations. The Director will also serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, guiding policy, innovation, and talent development in data management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Revitalize and implement the enterprise data and analytics strategy.
• Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and practices.
• Oversee data architecture and integration for scalability, security, and compliance.
• Lead development of advanced analytics/data science capabilities.
• Build and deliver data literacy training programs for staff.
• Serve as the key liaison with leadership, policymakers, and external partners.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing data & analytics team.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools.
• Define KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting for executive use.