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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Governance Change Manager - **Company:** Central Data Governance - **Location:** Belgium - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Transformation, Information Technology, Data Management - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.3d-ict.be/ongecategoriseerd/data-governance-change-manager-brussel/ ## About the Role * Proven experience (minimum medior level) in change management within a large organization, preferably involving long-term, cross-functional transformation programmes. * Strong knowledge of change management methodologies (such as ADKAR, Kotter or equivalent) combined with a solid understanding of data management and data governance principles. * Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical and regulatory concepts into practical, sustainable business adoption. * Innovative, action-oriented mindset with the ability to experiment, adapt and drive tangible results. * Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across all organizational levels. * Experience managing large-scale, long-term transformation programmes and measuring their effectiveness through meaningful KPIs. * Excellent communication, organizational and facilitation skills, with the ability to work autonomously and deliver results. * Curious, adaptable, open-minded and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment. ## Description The Central Data Governance team is looking for an experienced Data Management Change Manager to strengthen the team. In this role, you will drive the sustainable adoption of the Data Governance & Data Management framework across the organization. You will bridge the gap between data management theory and key regulatory frameworks (BCBS 239, RDARR) on the one hand, and effective business adoption on the other. You will translate principles and policies into practical ways of working that become embedded in day-to-day operations. As such, you will act as the architect of the organization's data transformation change strategy. Key Responsibilities * Design, lead and execute the change management strategy for the Data Governance programme, applying a structured methodology (such as ADKAR or equivalent) to guide teams from awareness through to the sustainable adoption of new behaviours. * Bridge the gap between data management theory (roles, ownership, data lineage, data quality) and effective business adoption by translating policies and guidelines into practical, operational ways of working. * Identify resistance to change, analyse its root causes, and implement targeted action plans in collaboration with Data Owners, Data Stewards and Data Governance Managers. * Define and deliver the Data Governance communication and training plan, including workshops, awareness campaigns, mandatory training sessions and the Data Steward Community, to foster a strong data culture across the organization. * Measure the effectiveness of change initiatives using adoption and maturity KPIs, monitor progress over time, and continuously adapt the approach based on outcomes. * Embed change management into transformation processes, IT projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring adoption is considered from the outset of every initiative. * Drive innovation in engagement and adoption approaches by testing new formats, tools and methods to accelerate the organization's data transformation. * Manage a long-term change programme involving multiple stakeholders across Business, IT, Risk and Finance, ensuring alignment, continuity and measurable outcomes. ## Related Videos - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Empowering People in a Digital World: HR’s Next Big Chapter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1813-empowering-people-in-a-digital-world-hr-s-next-big-chapter) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development)