Data Governance Lead/Project Manager

Peregrine Advisors is seeking a highly qualified Data Governance Lead Project Manager with specialized experience in immigration domain data governance and editorial quality control to join our team. This role involves overseeing project management activities, developing data governance and sharing standards, and facilitating effective data usage and sharing across the organization and the federal government. The Project Manager will play a critical role in managing project plans, facilitating working group sessions, and ensuring compliance with data governance standards.

Peregrine is a public benefit corporation committed to improving social value in everything we do. We hire based on potential, not experience, and welcome individuals who are looking to pivot into the data profession. Given the dynamic nature of our business, we seek individuals who can perform at a high level of effectiveness across a variety of roles and clients. If you are a self-starter with a can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn and make the world better, we encourage you to apply. We will provide extensive onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition into the position. Peregrine will also provide sponsored opportunities to access strategy and data-oriented on-the-job training and professional development support.

Responsibilities include:

• Accountability: Direct accountability for the technical correctness, timeliness, and quality of all deliverables.
• Contract Management: Manage the contract requirements for Peregrine Advisors, ensuring all obligations are met.
• Supervision: Supervise and coordinate all work performed by the contract staff.
• Client Interface: Interface with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) regarding work progress and task scheduling.
• Quality Control/Editorial: Edit and copyedit products and reports, ensuring technical correctness, and quality.
• Project Planning: Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans in consultation with federal staff, ensure timeliness of delivery.
• Facilitation and Coordination: Facilitate initial and follow-up working group sessions related to data governance and data sharing policies, prepare and coordinate meeting materials, including correspondence, meeting invites, and session minutes.
• Communication: Facilitate communication between clients, team members, and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of project objectives and deliverables.
• Reporting: Prepare and present progress reports and project metrics to both clients and upper management.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Certification: PMP certification or equivalent.
• Experience:  At least five years of experience in managing business, DHS domains, metadata, and technology programs to include Collibra and Power Platform.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Collibra and Power Platform.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and willing and able to apply for and hold a Public Trust position.

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Leadership: Lead data-intensive projects to facilitate more effective data usage and meet client requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Chief Data Officer (CDO) and Product Owner to address high-level client requirements and operational needs.
• Project Scoping: Develop project scopes, timelines, and budgets in consultation with stakeholders.
• Coordination: Coordinate and manage project resources, including internal teams and third-party contractors.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement efforts, monitor ongoing results, and conduct benchmarking activities.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and resolve issues to eliminate or mitigate risks that may impact the success of the project.

Benefits

Company Culture and Values: At Peregrine Advisors, we are committed to creating social value and improving government performance through innovative data solutions. We value diversity, inclusivity, and the unique perspectives our team members bring. Our culture is built on extreme commitment to client value creation, social value creation, and mutual support within our team.

Growth and Development Opportunities: We offer extensive onboarding support, professional development opportunities, and sponsored training to help our employees grow and excel in their roles. Employees are encouraged to innovate and solve complex problems, contributing to their career advancement.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Peregrine Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We welcome and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Peregrine Benefits: Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, including:

• Health Insurance: Full health coverage for employees, covering 100% of the premiums, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Family health coverage is supported by paying 50% of the premiums for dependents, including spouse and children under 26 years of age.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance policies and both short-term and long-term disability insurance fully covered by the company.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% match on contributions up to 4% of an employee's salary per paycheck, with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Unlimited PTO, encouraging work-life balance and requiring prior supervisor approval.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Coverage for further education costs, such as college courses or professional development programs, as approved by Peregrine management.

Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.