Data Literacy and Training Lead

The Digital team are recruiting a Data Literacy and Training Lead to work within our Enterprise Data Programme, an enabler of Strategy 2030: “to use the power of our education and research, through our people, place and partnerships to lead progress towards a sustainable, healthy and socially just future.” The programme will implement a new Enterprise Data Service providing a centralised data capability including:

• Clear data governance, ownership and stewardship
• Expert support to data consumers through increased data analysis and literacy skills
• Rapid access to university data assets for decision-making, product development and analyses
• New data insights tools and techniques

In this pivotal role, you'll lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver training programs that enhance the data skills of our staff and students, ensuring data-driven decision-making across the University. If you’re passionate about fostering a data-informed culture and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic academic environment, this is the opportunity for you.

What you’ll be doing…

• Lead the development and deployment of the University's data literacy strategy, aligning with Strategy 2030, and drive a data-informed culture through effective training programs and stakeholder collaboration.
• Develop and champion the University's data literacy strategy, aligning it with Strategy 2030 and key data principles.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development and other key stakeholders to design and implement data literacy training and support initiatives.
• Work closely with our Information Governance team to embed data compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements into training materials and data literacy initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices across the University.
• Guide the Data Community and empower Data Owners and Stewards, ensuring data quality, governance, and strategic alignment across the University.
• Continuously assess and enhance data literacy initiatives, staying ahead of industry trends and providing expert guidance to senior leadership.

Just some of the benefits that come with this role include:

• Substantial annual leave allowance (41 days including bank holidays)
• Fantastic full USS pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to the latest technologies and platforms 
• Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
• Discounts at local and national shops through numerous discount schemes! 
• Discounted gyms on all of our campuses
• Sustainable travel initiative 
• Sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Stunning campus locations in Exeter and Cornwall 

We’re really looking for…

• Expertise in Data Literacy and Governance: Robust understanding of data literacy principles, data governance, data quality, and enterprise-level data management.
• Strategic Thinking and Implementation: Ability to develop, articulate, and execute a comprehensive data literacy strategy within a complex, rapidly evolving organization.
• Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management: Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities and a keen attention to detail, with the capacity to address complex problems and adapt to changing priorities.
• Training and Capability Development: Experience in designing and delivering data-focused training and initiatives, successfully improving data skills across diverse professional groups.
• Leadership and Team Collaboration: Ability to lead and inspire teams, work effectively within a matrix environment, and foster a collaborative, enthusiastic team culture focused on achieving key priorities.

All applications must be made via our university portal, click the "Apply" button above to be taken through to our website for more details. 

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