#Data Engineering
#Financial Services
#Data Governance
#Policy Management
#Risk Assessment
#Compliance Monitoring
#Stakeholder Management
#GRC Tooling
#Data Quality
#Metadata Management
Moniepoint is a comprehensive digital financial services platform dedicated to empowering businesses throughout emerging markets. Since our inception in 2019, we have supported over one million enterprises by providing essential payment, banking, credit, and management tools. Through our subsidiaries, including Moniepoint MFB and TeamApt Ltd, we process the majority of POS transactions in Nigeria, which accounts for more than $170 billion in annualised Total Payment Volume. As Africa’s second-fastest-growing fintech platform and the recipient of the Most Inclusive Payment Platform award from the Central Bank of Nigeria in 2022, we are committed to scaling a profitable and inclusive financial ecosystem. We are currently looking for a Senior Data Governance Policy & Controls Specialist to join our team in a full-time, remote capacity.
Key outcomes
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of data governance policies, standards, and frameworks to ensure they meet regulatory requirements and internal risk appetites.
- Oversee the implementation of enterprise data initiatives and monitor adherence to established controls.
- Coordinate internal and external audits for the Enterprise Data Office, ensuring all evidence is prepared and remediation is handled promptly.
- Operationalize the enterprise data stewardship program by defining clear data ownership across all domains.
- Design and execute control testing and self-assessments, maintaining a robust risk and issue register.
- Foster a culture of data literacy by delivering training, awareness campaigns, and onboarding materials to integrate governance into daily technical and business workflows.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in data governance, compliance, risk management, or policy control roles.
- Proven experience working within a regulated industry, such as financial services, healthcare, or telecommunications.
- Deep familiarity with modern data architectures like Data Mesh, Medallion, or Data Vault 2.0.
- Working knowledge of industry-standard governance frameworks, such as DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, or COBIT, alongside regulations like GDPR and NDPA.
- Strong proficiency in drafting clear, enforceable policy documentation and utilizing GRC tooling.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence teams and facilitate training effectively.
Preferred qualifications
- Professional certifications such as CDMP, DCAM, DGSP, or CIPP.
- Experience managing change initiatives or building organizational data culture.
- Technical understanding of metadata management, data quality, and lineage disciplines.
Compensation
We offer a competitive salary package that includes medical insurance, a dedicated learning budget, and paid time off. Our culture prioritizes the well-being of our team members, ensuring that every voice is heard and respected within our collaborative environment.
How to apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application to begin our hiring process. Our recruitment journey typically includes an initial phone screening, a technical interview with the hiring manager, and a final behavioral and technical discussion with a member of our executive team. Moniepoint is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all candidates.
