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Data Management Manager Career in South Africa

Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.

OFO Code2021-133103
Trade occupationNo
Green occupationNo
Related qualifications0

Occupation overview

Plans, coordinates, and supervises all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of organizational data base systems.

What does a Data Management Manager do?

A Data Management Manager leads the work needed to design, develop and implement an organisation’s database systems. The role involves planning activities, coordinating technical and operational work, supervising the people involved, and helping the organisation manage its data systems in an organised and effective way. Related roles include Data Operations Manager and Data Processing Manager.

Specialisations

Data Operations ManagerData Processing Manager

How to become a Data Management Manager in South Africa

  1. Build a foundation in data, database systems, information technology or business operations through relevant education or training.
  2. Develop practical understanding of how databases and organisational data systems are designed, developed and implemented.
  3. Gain experience coordinating data-related work and taking responsibility for projects or operational activities.
  4. Progress into supervisory and management responsibilities, since management careers commonly develop through workplace experience as well as education.
  5. Confirm current education, provider and employer expectations with relevant South African institutions or employers.

Edupstairs Preparation Guidance

There may be no single universal qualification pathway for this management career. Relevant education can support entry into the data and database field, while progression into management commonly also involves workplace experience, increasing responsibility and demonstrated ability to coordinate and supervise work.

Useful school subjects

  • Mathematics
  • Computer Applications Technology
  • Information Technology
  • Business Studies
  • English

Skills that may help

  • Planning and coordination
  • Database and data-systems understanding
  • Supervising people and activities
  • Organising implementation work
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Project and operational management

Related Careers

Data source: Career information is based on South Africa’s Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO) and Edupstairs career guidance. Employer, training and professional requirements may vary and should be confirmed with the relevant organisation.
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