Bridges to Prosperity is a United States-based nonprofit organization that partners with local governments to connect communities via pedestrian trailbridges, in addition to providing technical assistance and resource mobilization.

Job Summary: The Data Manager reports to the Data & Analytics Senior Manager, and will lead the development and implementation of data privacy and data management activities. The Data Manager will establish and maintain robust data governance frameworks, ensuring data privacy compliance, data quality, and operational efficiency across B2P’s multi-country operations. This role is critical to enabling evidence-based decision-making while meeting regulatory requirements across our operating regions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Primary roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Data Privacy & Compliance

Act as the organizational Data Protection Officer
Lead compliance with country-specific and international data protection regulations
Manage and maintain the Privacy Policy, ensuring alignment with evolving legal requirements
Develop and implement training and awareness initiatives across the organization to ultimately improve data privacy compliance
Lead procedures to evaluate and monitor third party data partners
Assess data privacy compliance across B2P and partner with department leads to address areas of non-compliance
Participate in technology evaluation processes to assess data governance implications of new tech products and new system implementations.
Monitor for, and lead the response for any data breaches, including incident documentation, stakeholder notification, and regulatory reporting where required.
Participate in consultations with external partners on specific initiatives to ensure data sharing activities are compliant with internal policies and external regulations

Data Management

Develop and implement Data Retention and Data Quality policies and procedures
Lead and maintain data mapping for data flows across the organization
Advise the Information Systems team on streamlined usability of data collection and management tools, and overall organizational data architecture
Collaborate with country teams and department leads to understand data needs, identify inefficiencies in data workflows, and support the implementation of solutions that balance operational requirements with compliance obligations
Develop and implement training and awareness initiatives across the organization to ultimately improve data quality and effective data management
Participate in consultations with external partners on specific initiatives to ensure data sharing or collaborative activities are in line with internal policies and procedures as well as with sector best practice.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

3+ years relevant experience in data privacy or data governance
Experience with data privacy and protection compliance activities
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in a remote or hybrid work environment
Strong attention to detail with a systematic approach to process documentation and implementation
Personal initiative that allows you to excel in an unstructured workplace
Strong desire to self-educate and stay up to date on current regulations and trends

Desired Experience:

Experience serving as a Data Protection Officer
Familiarity with data protection frameworks in B2P’s areas of operation
Experience with Salesforce
Experience with data mapping tools and data flow documentation
Experience working with multicultural and globally distributed teams
Non-profit sector experience

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.

Application guidelines

We have seen firsthand the benefits of a diverse team, and the strength that comes with diversity in experience, background, and perspective. We strongly encourage applications from individuals that would bring a unique or underrepresented perspective to our organization.

CV Guidelines:

Length: Maximum 2 pages.

Education: Highlight relevant diplomas, degrees and recognized certifications

Exclude: personal information (photos, gender, religion, marital status, number of dependents), non-certified training.

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

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