Manager / Senior Manager / Assistant Director (Data Strategy)

[What the role is]

The Data Strategy section is part of CAAS’ Data and Performance Division, which is responsible for driving organisation and sector level sharing and usage of aviation data for the purpose of policymaking, planning, operations control, and research and development. The section develops data acquisition strategies, streamlines data governance processes, establishes data architecture and fosters data culture to promote best practices across data-related initiatives in support of long-term business objectives.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping CAAS’s data strategy, establishing strong governance frameworks, and enabling secure and value-driven data sharing across ecosystem partners, in alignment with Whole-of-Government (WOG) standards and international best practices.

[What you will be working on]

Key Responsibilities Include The Following:

Data Strategy & Alignment

• Develop, implement, and maintain CAAS’s data strategy to align internal priorities with broader ecosystem needs and aviation growth objectives.
• Define key data outcomes and establish KPIs / metrics to measure the impact of data initiatives.
• Support data architecture and transformation programmes through strategic alignment of data policies, standards, and use cases.

Governance & Compliance

• Establish and enforce data governance policies, stewardship roles, and operating models across CAAS and with ecosystem stakeholders.
• Define and maintain standards for data classification, metadata management, data quality, and lifecycle governance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., IM8, PDPA) and aviation-sector-specific requirements.
• Monitor and report governance effectiveness, highlighting areas for improvement to senior management and governance committees.
• Develop and operationalize frameworks for secure, ethical, and value-driven data sharing across the aviation ecosystem.
• Champion the adoption of interoperable standards to enhance data accessibility and re-use while safeguarding confidentiality and security.
• Foster a culture of data stewardship and ethical data use across CAAS and ecosystem partners.

[What we are looking for]

Requirements

• Trained in Data Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, or data strategy, preferably in the public sector, aviation, or regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, policies, and tools.
• Familiar with Whole-of-Government directives (e.g., IM8), data protection regulations (e.g., PDPA), and international best practices for data governance.
• Hands-on experience with data quality management, metadata design, and lifecycle governance.
• Knowledge of cloud computing, data warehouses, and data pipelines would be advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills, with ability to work across organisational boundaries and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative, analytical, and solution-oriented mindset with an eye for detail and continuous improvement.

Note: Your appointment designation will commensurate with your relevant work experience. Successful candidates will be offered a 3-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for placement on a permanent tenure or subsequent contract renewal.