Business Analyst (Data Policy)

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst (Data Policy) to support a Singapore Government Agency in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust data governance and data protection policies. This role involves policy analysis, development of data governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and cross-agency stakeholder collaboration. You will help drive responsible data usage and ensure alignment with national standards, public sector regulations, and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities 1. Data Policy & Standards Development Develop, review, and refine data governance policies, standards, frameworks, and guidelines. Translate Whole-of-Government (WOG) data policies into practical processes for internal adoption. Support policy areas including data access governance, data sharing, consent management, and third-party data management. 2. Governance Advisory & Compliance Provide advisory to internal teams on data protection legislation (e.g., PDPA) and public sector data governance requirements. Assess data governance implications for new programmes, digital initiatives, and data-sharing arrangements. Review agreements, contracts, and MOUs to ensure alignment with confidentiality and data protection obligations. 3. Stakeholder Engagement Partner with internal departments, government agencies, and external partners on data governance and policy matters. Serve as the primary liaison for data policy queries, submissions, and consultations involving WOG stakeholders. Facilitate discussions and align expectations with stakeholders across multiple functional areas. 4. Capability Building & Awareness Develop training materials and conduct engagement sessions to enhance data governance awareness across the organisation. Promote best practices in data management and support adoption of enterprise-wide data governance frameworks. 5. Operational Governance Support Manage, track, and report on data access, data-sharing requests, and related g…