Data Governance

Data Governance Analyst | What Works Cities Certification (Contract) We are seeking a Data Governance Analyst to support the Data Governance and Compliance Manager in establishing a data governance framework, managing day-to-day program operations, and leading certification efforts for the What Works Cities (WWC) Certification Program powered by Bloomberg Philanthropies. This contract role plays a critical part in achieving Silver, Gold, and Platinum WWC Certifications within an 18–24 month period. What You Will Do What Works Cities Certification • Lead completion of all WWC assessment stages and dashboard submissions • Coordinate with Results for America and technical assistance partners • Track, upload, and maintain required evidence and artifacts • Prepare documentation for milestone reviews, check-ins, and final submissions Data Governance Program Support • Work closely with the Data Governance and Compliance Manager to assess current practices and identify gaps • Support development of governance artifacts including policies, standards, stewardship models, and incident response protocols • Assist with audit preparation and compliance documentation Program Management and Reporting • Establish and maintain a program tracking structure separate from the WWC dashboard • Create standardized reporting templates, dashboards, and executive-ready updates • Deliver monthly updates and quarterly governance status reports Training and Change Management • Support development of data governance training materials and curriculum • Assist with delivery of internal training sessions • Create internal communications to promote adoption of data-driven practices • Support change management strategies that reinforce data-informed decision making Systems and Tools • Assist with identifying workflow, dashboard, and integration enhancements to support analytics and performance monitoring What Success Looks Like • WWC Silver Certification achieved within 6–8 months or a documented assessment delivered within 90 days • Accurate, timely completion of all dashboard submissions and milestones • Clear progress tracking and consistent stakeholder communication • Increased adoption of data governance practices across departments Required Qualifications • Experience supporting data governance, compliance, or data management programs • Experience managing structured assessments, certifications, or maturity frameworks • Strong program management and documentation skills • Ability to work cross-functionally to gather data and documentation • Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience in public sector or municipal environments • Familiarity with What Works Cities or Results for America frameworks • Experience with dashboards, reporting tools, or governance tracking systems • Background in change management or organizational transformation Position Details • Contract position • Full-time or part-time based on program needs • Reports to the Data Governance and Compliance Manager If you are detail-oriented, process-driven, and motivated to help organizations build strong data governance foundations, we encourage you to apply.