Drive delivery of the Data Transformation Roadmap
Lead the delivery of the Data Transformation Roadmap on time, within budget, and meeting scope requirements.
Co-Chair the Data Transformation Team with Senior Director, METAL (CRRD)
Convene and facilitate monthly DTT meetings with designated focal points from all roadmap projects
Drive accountability by ensuring focal points provide regular updates on progress, flag coordination needs, and proactively escalate risks
Track progress against roadmap milestones and deliverables, maintaining visibility on timelines, dependencies, and blockers
Establish and manage asynchronous communication channels for updates, escalations, and risk management between meetings
Monitor resource allocation and capacity constraints across teams, flagging needs for additional support
Manage the IT Data team responsible for organizational Data Architecture and promoting coherent Data Governance across functions.
Oversee and support dedicated sub-teams to drive intensive cross-functional initiatives of the Data Transformation Roadmap requiring targeted coordination.
Facilitate Cross-Departmental Collaboration
Identify opportunities for simplification in processes or data flows and champion their implementation
Partner with IT and the Data Working Group chair to design and implement data governance structures and routines that embed into overall organizational technology governance.
Drive Organizational Change in partnership with the Senior Director, METAL, cultivate shared understanding and excitement around data transformation across IRC.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Data Science or related field preferred
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in program management, data strategy, digital transformation, or related fields
Familiarity with the architecture and infrastructure used by data teams (e.g., Databricks, dbt, PowerBI) to effectively guide team technical decisions
Experience in international NGO, non-profit, or humanitarian sector
Demonstrated success delivering multi-year projects involving technology, process change, and organizational change management
Deep understanding of IRC’s core business systems and of data ecosystems, including data governance, data quality, system integration, and analytics
Strong program management skills with proven ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and stakeholders
Experience with project management methodologies and tools (Agile, waterfall, hybrid approaches)
Familiarity with data and analytics tools, systems, and platforms (e.g., data warehouses, business intelligence platforms, CRM/ERP systems).
Exceptional facilitation and meeting management skills; ability to drive productive discussions and achieve consensus
Outstanding stakeholder management capabilities; able to influence without direct authority across all levels of the organization
Proven experience leading analytical teams (minimum 3-5 years of people management), including performance management, career development, and building team capabilities
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; able to quickly assess complex situations and identify solutions
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); able to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
High emotional intelligence and cultural competence; able to navigate diverse perspectives and organizational dynamics.

Benefits

10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

data transformationdata governancedata architectureprogram managementorganizational change managementsystem integrationanalyticsproject management methodologiesdata qualitydigital transformation

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementfacilitationcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical skillsemotional intelligencecultural competenceleadershipcollaborationinfluence