Description
Project descriptionFull of energy at work on a project with a Belgian key player in the energy landscape!
The company is today confronted with the evolution of the energy landscape (integration of renewable energy and decentralized generation, arrival of new players on the market, closure of central generation units, arrival of batteries, EVs, CRM, CEP, etc.) and the possibilities of digitalization (automation, AI, remote monitoring, etc.) combined with the great ambitions of its main activities (support for electrification, integration of flexibility, congestion management, etc.).
Data play a key role in supporting these evolutions within the company: increasingly, data are an enabler for the decision making process (operational, tactical, strategic). The company wants to make these data available in accordance with the FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles, both for people and for systems, and has taken inspiration from the DataMesh approach. This focuses on:
• Setting up Data Domains: all of the company's data is assigned to a domain, to which a Data Owner is assigned. The Data Owner then becomes accountable for the data in his domain. He is supported by the Data Steward, who is responsible for monitoring data quality, among other things;
• The switch from IT-LED Data Products to Business-LED Data Products: the responsibility for qualitative and timely delivery of Data Products falls to business. The Data Products are then developed by multidisciplinary (business and IT) teams. The Data Product Owner and the Data Engineers of the Data Chapter play a crucial role in these teams.
• Extensive training and coaching;
• Governance of all this;
• Setting up Data Domains: all of the company's data is assigned to a domain, to which a Data Owner is assigned. The Data Owner then becomes accountable for the data in his domain. He is supported by the Data Steward, who is responsible for monitoring data quality, among other things;
• The switch from IT-LED Data Products to Business-LED Data Products: the responsibility for qualitative and timely delivery of Data Products falls to business. The Data Products are then developed by multidisciplinary (business and IT) teams. The Data Product Owner and the Data Engineers of the Data Chapter play a crucial role in these teams.
• Extensive training and coaching;
• Governance of all this;
The entire setup must be supported by a solid technological foundation - the DataPlatform.
In implementing the data strategy, two first crucial steps were taken:
• A Data Strategy was outlined and validated at the C-level;
• A number of pilot Data Products were identified for each directorate;
The company now wants to start implementing these pilot Data Products for which the necessary support is being sought.
Job description/Tasks
The transformation to a Business Led Data Product Organization is a major change that requires proper support from both the Business and IT teams. To manage this change, the company is looking for a DataMesh Trainer / Coach to support the Business Teams:
Will train and support the Business Teams in this transition. There are 3 roles requiring training & coaching:
• Data Owner
• Data Steward
• Data ProductOwner
Coaching and training focuses on 3 aspects: knowledge, hard skills and soft skills. Within this mission the focus will be on knowledge and hard skills.
A number of "training modules" have already been identified and developed within the company; in addition, a "Data Governance Cookbook for Data Owners & Data Stewards" has also been created.
The DataMesh Trainer/Coach is expected to:
• Bring together all pre-existing training modules into one consistent and coherent training path for the 3 listed roles;
• Maintain, adapt and enrich the training material where necessary;
• Where necessary, organizes and delivers the necessary trainings himself;
• Follows up evolutions and trends in the market around DataMesh and DataProduct organizations and where useful helps implement them in the organization;
• On a daily basis acts as the single point of contact for all questions from the 3 roles: Data Owner, Data ProductOwner and Data Steward;
The following modules have already been identified and (partially) developed within the company:
• Knowledge:
o Module 1: Data Literacy
o Module 2: The roles "Data Owner", "DataProduct Owner" and "Data Steward".
• Hard Skills:
o Module 3: Defining Data Contracts
o Module 4: Data Quality
o Module 5: Information Security and Privacy
Additional Modules need to be added according to the role to be fulfilled: e.g. a Data Steward will also need training in concrete usage of Tools (e.g.: Data Quality Framework) & Methodology.
Additional Requirements:
The company is looking for someone with strong hands-on experience in transitioning to a "data centric organization" according to the "DataMesh philosophy" where the focus is on business-led DataProducts and who is willing to take on the role of trainer / coach within the company for several months.
Please note that candidates who do not provide key skills or keywords listed in the job requirements in their CV will not be selected, as it will be assumed that the candidate does not have knowledge in this area.
Therefore, please highlight in your CV all the requirements you do meet, even if they seem standard/obvious to you. Additionally, please shortly answer the following questions:
1. Experience as a track lead on a successful transition path to a "data centric organization" within a medium or large enterprise? + explain
2. Experience with "DataMesh" principles and DataProduct organizations + explain
3. Broad knowledge of best practices around Data Domains, Data Contracts, Data Quality, Data Classification, Data Lineage, Data Glossary, Data Policies, Data Processes, ...?+ explain
4. Experience setting up a pragmatic data governance structure with a focus on direct business added value?+ explain
5. Demonstrated experience as a trainer/coach on complex transformation projects? + explain
Profile requirements:
• Experience as a track lead on a successful transition journey to a "data centric organization" within a medium or large enterprise;
• Hands-on experience with "DataMesh" principles and DataProduct organizations;
• Broad knowledge of best practices around Data Domains, Data Contracts, Data Quality, Data Classification, Data Lineage, Data Glossary, Data Policies, Data Processes, ...
• Experience in setting up a pragmatic data governance structure with focus on direct business added value;
• Demonstrated experience as a trainer/coach on complex transformation projects;
Plus:
• You are proactive and have a sense of responsibility.
• You have a hands-on mentality.
• With your communication skills you make workshops run smoothly, taking a leadership role when necessary.
• You enjoy working with others and are a team player.
• You have great powers of persuasion. You are fluent in Dutch and/or French and have a good command of English.
What makes this assignment interesting?
• An interesting project in the energy sector: The company encourages innovation and collaboration. Within the company, you will lead the way in the energy transition and work on innovative technologies to accelerate this transition. A unique opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and develop your skills as part of this project.
• Focus on well-being at work: The company is fully committed to a positive working culture focused on your well-being.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues: The company values diversity and inclusion. You'll join a diverse and motivated team that loves to share its knowledge and pave the way for a more sustainable future.
Additional Information
- Start and duration: ASAP, till the end of 2024
- Volume: 5 days per week
- Work location: Brussels, Belgium
Next steps:
We are looking forward to your mail with your CV and details about your hourly rate (remote/onsite).
Please write us directly to projects6[a]joyit-berlin.de
Kind regards, your team of joyIT Berlin