Head of Data and Analytics

Organization: Dubai GovernmentEducational-level Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Head of Data and Analytics (26002129)Job Description Head of Data and Analytics - (26002129) About Dubai Media Council:The Dubai Media Council is the government authority responsible for regulating and developing Dubai’s media sector, strengthening the emirate’s position as a leading regional and global media hub through progressive policies, innovation, and talent development.Job Description JOB PURPOSEThe Head of Data and Analytics is responsible for leading Dubai Media Council's data and analytics function, providing robust data governance, sector intelligence, performance reporting, predictive analytics, and business intelligence that support evidence-based decision-making across Dubai's media and gaming sectors. The role leads the development of KPI frameworks, analytical models, dashboards, and forecasting capabilities that enable DMC to monitor sector performance, identify emerging opportunities and risks, and evaluate the effectiveness of regulatory initiatives.The role serves as the senior-most analytical leader within DMC, ensuring data-driven decision-making across all governance and regulatory functions.Working closely with the Head of Studies and Research and the Head of Media Strategy and Policy Development, the role translates complex data into actionable insights that support strategic planning, policy development, governance, and continuous improvement across DMC. The role holder is expected to demonstrate leadership skills, financial and budget management acumen and carry out his/her duties in accordance with the relevant business policies and procedures. No.Key Focus AreaKey Accountabilities 1. General Responsibilities· Develop the strategy for Data and Analytics to support the overall DMC vision, direction and strategic objectives· Ensure the successful implementation of the strategic vision for Data and Analytics to achieve the strategic objectives set out for the Media Governance Sector in line with DMC’s vision and objectives· Lead the teams within Data and Analytics to deliver the objectives set out within the department· Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with Executive Directors, Directors and Heads across DMC, working together when needed to support and deliver the DMC strategy· Develop and manage the Data and Analytics budget, working with Finance to secure funds and ensuring proper tracking of the allocated budgets across the team· Ensure monthly KPI reports are generated, shared with the Strategy & Governance Excellence department on time and supported by documentation to aid in capturing and calculating the KPI metrics· Develop talent within the Data and Analytics team, focusing on soft skills as well as technical skills development· Ensure compliance with audit findings and reports, implementing necessary changes, policies and risk mitigation strategies to strengthen compliance with local government and global requirements.· Implement digitization strategies where possible, ensuring digital solutions for key processes are applied and utilized to drive higher efficiencies and effectiveness. 2. Data Strategy and Governance· Develop and implement the Data and Analytics strategy to support the Media Governance function and DMC's overall strategic objectives.· Establish data governance frameworks, standards, and quality controls, ensuring data remains accurate, consistent, secure, and fit for decision-making.· Develop policies governing data collection, validation, integration, storage, and reporting across DMC, promoting consistency and regulatory compliance. · Identify opportunities to improve data maturity, governance practices, and information management, strengthening DMC's analytical capabilities.· Promote a data-driven culture across DMC by encouraging consistent use of reliable information in strategic and operational decision-making. 3. Sector Performance Measurement and KPI Frameworks· Lead the development of sector-wide KPI frameworks, enabling consistent measurement of Dubai's media and gaming ecosystem performance.· Establish KPI methodologies, definitions, and calculation standards, ensuring reporting remains transparent, reliable, and comparable across departments.· Monitor sector performance indicators, identifying emerging trends, performance gaps, and opportunities requiring management attention.· Validate KPI submissions and reporting outputs before publication, maintaining the integrity and credibility of organizational reporting.· Support DMC departments in developing meaningful performance indicators aligned with strategic objectives and regulatory priorities. 4. Business Intelligence and Advanced Analytics· Oversee advanced data analysis across licensing, content, compliance, governance, in

Lead and shape the Data and Analytics function to support Dubai Media Council's strategic objectives. Develop and govern data strategies, standards, and quality controls; drive data maturity and regulatory compliance. Build and manage KPI frameworks, analytical models, dashboards, and forecasting capabilities to measure sector performance and enable evidence-based decision-making. Oversee business intelligence and advanced analytics across licensing, content, and governance; translate complex data into actionable insights for strategic planning, policy development, and governance. Manage budgeting for the Data and Analytics department, develop talent, ensure audit/compliance readiness, and promote a data-driven culture across the organization.