Data Domain Coordinator (DDC)

The Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) aims to become a data-driven university in which reliable data and insights support decision-making in education, research and operations. To achieve this ambition, strong data governance and high-quality data management are essential.

The Data Domain Coordinator of our IT department plays a key role in strengthening data governance. The DDC acts as the link between the central data governance teams and decentralized departments, ensuring that data policies, standards and practices are effectively implemented within the domain.

Information As a Data Domain Coordinator of Library & Information Services (LIS) you make sure the TU/e is in control of her IT data. You do this by supporting the organization in improving the maturity of data governance, data quality and responsible data use. You work together with data owners, data domain coordinators of other departments, privacy, security, data management, archiving and the BI team to put policies into practice.

You act as the central point of coordination for data-related questions, initiatives and improvements within LIS. LIS supports all scientific and service departments in the areas of education, research, library & open science, corporate, data & insights, IT services and platforms. We focus on providing tailored, efficient support by actively engaging with departments to understand their specific needs.

You are part of the central Data Domain Coordination (DDC) team consisting of 7 DDC’s each supporting a dedicated service department., Responsible Data Use

• Support the domain in complying with regulations such as GDPR.
• Coordinate activities related to data protection impact assessments (DPIA), processing registers and data agreements where relevant.
• Promote awareness of responsible data use, privacy and information security.

Data Governance

• Support the implementation of TU/e data governance policies and standards within the domain.
• Facilitate collaboration between data owners and central governance teams.
• Ensure that agreements around data ownership, definitions and usage are established and maintained.

Data Quality and Data Management

• Coordinate the definition and maintenance of key data definitions and metadata.
• Monitor data quality and support initiatives to improve data quality within LIS.
• Identify and help resolve structural data issues across systems and processes.

Collaboration and Data-driven Working

• Act as the liaison between the domain, central data governance teams and the BI organization.
• Support the development of reliable management information and reporting.
• Contribute to initiatives that strengthen data-driven decision-making within the university.

You are a connector who enjoys working at the intersection of data, processes and people. You are able to translate governance principles into practical improvements within the organization., * A higher professional (HBO) or university degree in a relevant field such as privacy, information management, business administration or data management.

• Affinity with privacy, information security and responsible data use.
• Experience with data management, data governance or business intelligence in an educational institution.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to work across organizational boundaries and connect different disciplines.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Good command of English, orally and written. Dutch is a plus.
• The ability to work at least 3 days a week on our university campus.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK) is an advantage.

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10/11, ranging from €3.706,- to €6.682,- gross base salary per month (full-time), depending on your knowledge and experience.
• In addition to your base salary, you will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus, both calculated based on your annual gross base salary.
• Generous leave options: a standard 29 days (based on a 38 hour working week) per year that you can increase to 41 days by working two hours more per week (flexible working hours). This is prorated if you work part-time.
• As a TU/e employee, you participate in the ABP pension scheme, providing retirement pension and pension benefits for surviving dependents and occupational disability. TU/e pays 70% of the pension premium, while employees contribute the remaining 30%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Unlimited access to the modern on-campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• We support your wellbeing with free 24/7 access to OpenUp, providing you and your family with mental health support, expert guidance, and online training.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.

TU/e

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact - today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community. Discover what Light Up means to TU/e in our short company video.

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