The VOA's Data Architecture Team is recruiting for permanent Data Architects within Data Foundations in the Information, Data & Analysis Directorate. The Data Architecture team is the voice of data for the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), providing guidance, producing artefacts, and collaborating with key stakeholders to:
* Effectively manage VOA data assets
* Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams
* Champion data-driven design and adoption of data centricity
* Provide VOA business streams with efficient, secure, and reliable access to high-quality data
The team is part of the Information Data and Analysis Directorate (ID&A), within the Finance, Data and Analysis Group. You will support the Head of Data Architecture to develop and deliver a high-performing Data Architecture Service, including producing data flow diagrams, understanding, defining, and advocating for the agency's data requirements, refining VOA data architecture principles, and establishing VOA's data architecture framework. We are developing a long-term data architecture strategy and focusing on maturing VOA's internal data architecture capability.
Data Foundations is a diverse, multi-disciplinary team at the heart of VOA transformation, supporting the Business Systems Transformation programme (BST) and contributing to our Data Strategy. We have bold plans to unlock the value of data within VOA, working on some of the most fascinating challenges in the civil service. You will join at an exciting time with opportunities to be involved in a broad range of Data Architecture initiatives, gaining extensive experience. Our unit emphasizes leadership development within an open, transparent culture based on collective responsibility and accountability.
Data Architect - Strategic Modelling and Innovation - Key Responsibilities
Your role will involve working closely with the Head of Data Architecture to support stakeholder engagement and embed Data Architecture at VOA. There may be opportunities for direct line management and leading members of the wider Data Architecture & Modelling Team.
* Deliver data domain and conceptual data modelling capabilities
* Lead the design of Data Architecture Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Identify and trial innovative projects to improve efficiency
* Define roles and professional training pathways for the Data Architecture team
* Define vision and objectives for Strategic Data Modelling
* Advocate for data centricity and implement data governance practices across VOA
Supporting activities include:
* Raising the profile of the data architecture team
* Managing the data asset catalogue and risk register
Disability Confident
VOA is a Disability Confident employer, offering interviews to applicants who declare a disability and meet the minimum criteria. Details can be found on our website.
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is a leading provider of property valuations for the public sector, vital to the collection of over £60 billion annually. We value professionalism, integrity, respect, and innovation, and are committed to a collaborative, supportive environment that fosters growth and development for all colleagues.
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