AI & Data Governance Specialist (f/m/d)

Tasks

• Manage and coordinate data protection and governance-related processes across the organization

• Prepare, review, and track governance documentation, including applications, forms, and data field approvals

• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, and operational standards related to AI and data governance

• Coordinate data protection requests, escalations, and approval workflows in collaboration with internal stakeholders

• Act as a key interface between operational teams, management, and governance stakeholders regarding privacy-related matters

• Maintain oversight of ongoing governance requests and ensure timely and transparent communication across teams

• Support the implementation of compliant AI and data management practices within digital public-sector applications

• Contribute to the development and optimization of governance processes, documentation standards, and operational procedures

• Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Legal, and Governance teams

• Monitor relevant developments in AI regulation, data protection, and public-sector compliance frameworks

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Business Informatics, Information Security, Public Administration, Governance, Compliance, or a related field

• Professional experience in Data Governance, Data Protection, Compliance, AI Governance, or a similar role

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks related to data privacy, governance, and AI systems

• Experience coordinating governance processes, approvals, and compliance documentation

• Ability to communicate effectively with both operational teams and senior management

• Strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

• Structured and detail-oriented working style with a high sense of responsibility

• Interest in GovTech, AI-driven platforms, and digital public administration

• Comfortable working in an interdisciplinary and fast-paced startup environment

• Fluent English skills; German is a strong plus