Data Governance Manager

The Data Governance Program Manager leads the development and execution of a system-wide data governance strategy that ensures data is accurate, accessible, and trusted for decision-making.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

• Governance Strategy & Execution
• Design and implement a comprehensive data governance framework that supports clinical, operational, and business domains. Ensure alignment with Lifespan’s strategic priorities and uphold the value of Excellence in all data practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with the data-related governing bodies, committees, and teams. Partner with operational leaders to translate strategic recommendations into sustained action. Foster a culture of Respect and shared ownership across departments.
• Policy Development & Compliance
• Establish governance policies that support regulatory compliance, data security, and ethical data use. Promote Accountability by ensuring adherence to internal and external standards.
• Data Stewardship & Quality Assurance
• Lead efforts to resolve data quality issues and promote consistent definitions across systems. Encourage Compassion in data stewardship by prioritizing patient-centered outcomes and equitable data practices.
• Training & Enablement
• Develop training programs to build data literacy and empower staff. Support a learning culture that reflects Excellence and Respect for diverse perspectives.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting
• Define and track KPIs for governance effectiveness. Provide transparent reporting to leadership and stakeholders, reinforcing Accountability and continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Management, Public Health, or related field;
  Master’s preferred.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in data governance, data management, or analytics
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex data environments.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, and analytics platforms.
• Familiarity with healthcare data standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain up-to-date procedure manuals, policies, and training materials.
• Excellent written and oral communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or Applied Data Governance Certification (Dataversity or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent process improvement certification preferred