DATE REVISED: February 20, 2024

SERVICES SOUGHT: Consultant – Data Governance Framework Development

LOCATION: Washington, DC, USA (Remote)

I. ABOUT IREX

IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world. Through empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and providing access to quality education and information, IREX aims to effect positive global change. Given our diverse operations, effective data governance is critical to our mission, necessitating seamless collaboration across various departments.

II. SERVICES SUMMARY

IREX seeks a consultant to develop a comprehensive data governance framework that not only enhances data management practices but also fosters interdepartmental collaboration among HR, Finance, Compliance, New Business, and other key departments. The consultant will focus on creating clear data governance policies, procedures, and standards that support IREX's mission, facilitate efficient data utilization, and enhance departmental synergies.

III. SERVICES DETAIL

• Assessment: Conduct a thorough review of current data management practices, with a focus on understanding the workflows, data needs, and collaboration patterns among HR, Finance, Compliance, New Business, Global Programs and other departments.
• Framework Development: Design a data governance framework that aligns with IREX's operational needs and strategic objectives, emphasizing the facilitation of inter-departmental collaboration to ensure a unified approach to data management.
• Policy Formulation: Develop comprehensive data governance policies and procedures that cater to the nuanced requirements of different departments while maintaining organizational coherence and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Integration: Advise on integrating data governance principles into existing departmental processes and systems.
• Training and Capacity Building: Design and deliver tailored training programs specifically geared towards staff across geographically distributed teams. Emphasize virtual engagement techniques, the use of collaborative tools, and strategies to ensure understanding and adherence to the data governance framework in a remote working environment.

IV. KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in data governance, with a proven track record of developing frameworks that enhance interdepartmental collaboration, alignment and efficiency organization-wide.
• Demonstrated expertise in facilitating change management and fostering a culture of collaboration and data-informed decision-making within complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of the specific data management challenges and opportunities within HR, Finance, Compliance, and New Business departments in a global nonprofit context.
• Familiarity with USG funding mechanisms and requirements is a plus, enhancing the consultant's ability to align the data governance framework with USG compliance standards.
• Experience in conducting training and capacity building across diverse teams and departments.

V. APPLICATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

A. Cover Letter

Limited to four pages, the cover letter should include:

1. Profile of Firm/Consultant Proposing:

• Overview and background.
• Compliance status with DC legal requirements and local office details.

2. Scope of Services and Proposed Project Schedule:

• Understanding of the project scope, with emphasis on interdepartmental collaboration.
• Proposed timeline, including milestones and key deliverables.

3. Fees and Compensation:

• Estimated hours, expenses, and rates by staff classification.
• Total fee, with a comprehensive breakdown of costs.

B. Resume

For the proposed consultant(s), detailing:

1. Qualifications:

• Experience in developing data governance frameworks with an emphasis on cross-departmental collaboration.
• Specific examples of facilitating departmental synergies in data governance projects.

2. References:

• Three references from projects that involved enhancing intra-departmental collaboration.

VI. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Proposals will be assessed based on:

• Expertise in data governance and in fostering inter-departmental collaboration within organizations.
• Proposed approach to ensuring the data governance framework supports departmental synergies.
• Qualifications and experience of the consultant or team in similar projects.
• Overall value and cost-effectiveness of the proposal.

VII. APPLICATION DEADLINE

Proposals must be submitted to project.datagovernance(AT)irex.org by March 8th, 2024.